What are the responsibilities and job description for the Supply Chain Technician (ST) position at trinityhealth?
Employment Type: Full time Shift: Description: Posting Job Description Purpose Uses specialized knowledge to support key areas of the organization related to an area of expertise. Uses data, research analysis, critical thinking & problem-solving skills to support colleagues & leadership in achieving organization’s strategic objectives. Serves as a peer influencer & may direct a project or project team by applying industry experience & specialized knowledge. . Note: “patients” refers to patients, clients, residents, participants, customers, members Essential Functions Our Trinity Health Culture: Knows, understands, incorporates & demonstrates our Trinity Health Mission, Values, Vision, Actions & Promise in behaviors, practices & decisions. Work Focus: Researches, collects & analyzes information. Identifies opportunities, develops solutions, & leads through resolution. Collaborates on performance improvement activities as indicated by outcomes in program efficiency & patient experience. Responsible for distribution of analytical reports. Process Focus: Utilizes multiple system applications to perform analysis, create reports & develop educational materials. Incorporates basic knowledge of Trinity Health policies, practices & processes to ensure quality, confidentiality & safety are prioritized. Demonstrates knowledge of departmental processes & procedures & ability to readily acquire new knowledge. Data Management & Analysis: Research & compiles information to support ad-hoc operational projects & initiatives. Synthesizes & analyzes data & provides detailed summaries including graphical data presentations illustrating trends & recommending practical options or solutions while considering the impact on business strategy & supporting leadership decision making. Leverages program & operational data & measurements to define & demonstrate progress, ROI & impacts. Maintains a Working Knowledge of applicable federal, state & local laws / regulations, Trinity Health Integrity & Compliance Program & Code of Conduct, as well as other policies, procedures & guidelines in order to ensure adherence in a manner that reflects honest, ethical & professional behavior & safe work practices. Functional Role (not inclusive of titles or advancement career progression) Performs daily duties related to the acquisition and distribution of goods to support acute and/or ambulatory care departments or proactively supports/maintains one or more computer-based support systems to ensure continuous operational availability to end users. Supports various operations, projects, program management, & service delivery initiatives. Interacts with various levels of management and professionals, colleagues & vendors providing & disseminating information. Independently completes multiple activities pertaining to the planning, implementation, coordination & evaluation of various Supply Chain operations, projects, program management, & service delivery. Trinity Health Job Description 2 years Supply Chain experience necessary. • Responsible for providing supply chain related support and coordination in specialty supply areas for work assignments including, but not limited to receiving, distribution, requisitioning, ordering & resolving supply and equipment-based acquisitions. • Perform routine maintenance & upkeep of one or more computer-based support systems to ensure continuous operational availability to end users. • May perform other non-typical duties to further support end users as deemed necessary by the managing Supply Chain Leader for the assigned site. • Serves as front line supply chain representation / support for site-based meetings, activities, & initiatives • May include knowledge of all duties described in Technician & Technician Advanced roles. • <30% time provides inventory or data support) Specialist, SCM: Advanced • 3 years Supply Chain experience necessary. • May support multi-site and/or work from a remote location. • Performs Supply Chain duties including requesting, receiving, distributing, equipment & obsolescence management and stocking of supplies in various healthcare settings. • Collaborates with end users as necessary to request supplies, troubleshoot supply issues, and resolve discrepancies as they occur. • Understands procedural area needs, surgical schedules, clinical preferences & substitute products. • Performs periodic PAR level replenishment duties using various resupply procedures to maintain stock levels. • Supports Supply Chain in the order processing, data entry & payment reconciliation. • Assists Supply Chain Leader with special assignments, Minimum Qualifications: Have received a High School Diploma or equivalent. Two (2) to Three (3) years Supply Chain experience Valid driver’s license where required by assignment Additional Qualifications (nice to have) Associate degree in Business Administration or Supply Chain preferred Previous Supply Chain experience in a healthcare, warehousing, or other distribution environment. Previous Supply Chain experience in a Trinity Health facility highly desired. Be able to complete additional education, training and competency tests as required. This role is a daytime position (time TBD), Monday through Friday, with every other weekend scheduled once training is complete. The employee will also be asked to work every other holiday, which includes: New Year’s Day Memorial Day Independence Day (July 4th) Labor Day Thanksgiving Christmas Our Commitment Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law. Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, faith-based health care systems in the nation. Together, we’re 121,000 colleagues and nearly 36,500 physicians and clinicians caring for diverse communities across 27 states. Nationally recognized for care and experience, our system includes 101 hospitals, 126 continuing care locations, the second largest PACE program in the country, 136 urgent care locations, and many other health and well-being services. Based in Livonia, Michigan, in fiscal year 2023, we invested $1.5 billion in our communities through charity care and other community benefit programs. For more information, visit http://www.trinity-health.org. You can also follow Trinity Health on LinkedIn.