Supply Chain Supervisor

At Snoqualmie Valley Health, we’re not just in the business of healthcare; we’re in the business of empowering our community to live boldly and live well. Our commitment to excellence and innovation calls for team members who will build trust, obsess over excellence, lead innovation, and deepen connections within our community. We are guided by our core values, and we’re looking for someone who can embody those principles as part of our dynamic and growing team.

Located in a trail-blazing, adventure-loving town at the base of the Cascades, Snoqualmie Valley Health is an independent public hospital district serving a vibrant community that thrives on both adventure and connection. This is more than a job, it’s an opportunity to be part of something bigger.

JOB TITLE: Supply Chain Supervisor

POSITION SUMMARY: The Supply Chain Supervisor is responsible for the day-to-day coordination, oversight, and support of supply chain operations within a rural Critical Access Hospital environment. This role supervises frontline supply chain functions including purchasing, receiving, inventory management, distribution, PAR management, and supply optimization while ensuring operational continuity across clinical and non-clinical departments.

The ideal candidate is a collaborative and solutions-oriented leader with strong critical thinking skills, sound operational judgment, and experience leveraging ERP and automation systems to improve efficiency, accuracy, and service levels. This position serves as a working supervisor who balances hands-on operational responsibilities with team leadership and process improvement initiatives.

Essential Functions

• Supervise daily supply chain operations including purchasing support, receiving, distribution, inventory control, and supply replenishment.
• Coordinate workflow and staffing assignments to ensure timely and accurate support of hospital operations.
• Serve as the day-to-day operational leader for supply chain staff, providing direction, coaching, and issue resolution.
• Monitor department performance and assist with prioritization of urgent operational and clinical supply needs.
• Support continuity of operations in a fast-paced rural healthcare environment with limited resources and high service expectations.
  
  

Build Trust: We exhibit integrity, transparency and compassion in every interaction.

• Foster a collaborative, respectful, and service-oriented team culture.
• Build strong working relationships with clinical departments, finance, accounts payable, vendors, and operational leaders.
• Assist with employee onboarding, training, mentoring, and performance management activities.
• Encourage accountability, teamwork, adaptability, and continuous improvement within the department.
• Participate in interdisciplinary meetings and operational initiatives as needed.
  
  

Obsess Over Excellence: We have high standards and seek continuous improvement.

• Analyze operational challenges, inventory variances, backorders, and supply disruptions to develop practical and timely solutions.
• Exercise moderate independent decision-making authority in alignment with organizational policies and operational priorities.
• Anticipate supply issues and proactively coordinate alternatives to minimize impact to patient care and hospital operations.
• Utilize data, reporting, and operational trends to support informed decision-making and process improvements.
  
  

Lead Innovation: We lead with creativity, agility and think bold in our approach.

• Utilize ERP and inventory management systems to support purchasing, inventory accuracy, reporting, and workflow optimization.
• Support and maintain automated supply chain technologies including inventory systems, barcode scanning, PAR optimization tools, and electronic ordering platforms.
• Assist with implementation, optimization, and ongoing maintenance of automation and ERP-related workflows.
• Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, standardization, inventory controls, and supply utilization through technology and process redesign.
• Maintain accurate system data including item master information, PAR levels, vendor records, and inventory controls.
  
  

Deepen Connections: We build strong relationships with our patients, their families and partners in the communities we serve.

• Support compliance with hospital policies, regulatory requirements, and supply chain best practices.
• Assist in maintaining inventory controls and minimizing waste, expired product, and unnecessary spend.
• Monitor supply utilization and support cost containment initiatives while maintaining quality and service standards.
• Ensure accurate documentation and record retention related to purchasing and inventory activities
  
  

Qualifications

Required Education:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Associate degree or bachelor’s degree in supply chain, Business, Healthcare Administration, or related field preferred.
  
  

Specialty Certification: Certified Materials & Resource Professional (CMRP) preferred

Required Experience: Minimum of 3–5 years of progressive supply chain, materials management, purchasing, or inventory management experience, preferably in healthcare.

• Previous lead, coordinator, or supervisory experience.
• Experience using ERP systems and automated inventory or purchasing platforms.
  
  

Skills

• Strong critical thinking, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrated ability to manage competing priorities and make sound operational decisions in a dynamic environment.
• Inventory & Supply Management
• ERP System Utilization
• Communication & Relationship Building
• Adaptability & Initiative
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to collaborate across departments.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications including Excel and Outlook.
  
  

Work Environment

• Office and warehouse settings with potential exposure to patient care areas.
• Flexibility to work extended hours as needed.
  
  

Physical Demands

• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple priorities.
• May require occasional travel between facility locations.
  
  

OTHER DUTIES: Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

BENEFITS: We believe in taking care of those who take care of our community. We’re proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package that puts your health and well-being first. With our flexible medical plan, you’ll have access to multiple in-network tiers, including top-quality care from Snoqualmie Valley Health, Eastside Health, and First Choice/First Health providers. The best part? Anyone covered under our plan can receive care at SVH at no cost! It's all about giving you the options and support you need to experience life’s great adventures.

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Pharmacy
• Health Reimbursement Account (HRA)
• Life and AD&D
• Retirement Plan
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Travel Assistance & ID Theft Protection
• Pet Insurance
• Other Voluntary Benefits
  
  

Benefit Eligibility Requirements - Employees regularly scheduled at least 20 hours per week.

Employee Dependents - Your legal spouse or domestic partner; dependent children until age 26.

Waiting Period - 1st of the month from the date of hire.

Please Note

• The COVID vaccine and flu shot (during flu season) are required for employment, with exemptions available for valid medical or religious reasons.
• Snoqualmie Valley Health is a drug-free workplace. We complete drug screenings as a part of our onboarding process.