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Supervisor, Supply Chain Operations


Company : UPMC


Location : Altoona, PA


Created : 2026-04-04


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

At UPMC, we're all here for the same reason - to make Life Changing Medicine happen. Join our team and you will play a unique and important role in our mission to change healthcare for the better. Why Join UPMC? We don't just take care of patients - we take care of our team, too. And we have the data to prove it. In addition to the benefits you'd expect from an industry leader you can expect: AWARD-WINNING WORKPLACE: Ranked #1 for Best Places to Work for Women & Diverse Managers by Diversity MBA A recent study showed that UPMC benefits are 20% higher in value than other healthcare providers in our market. Competitive pay Tuition reimbursement Opportunities to grow in your career at UPMC UPMC is looking for a full time Supervisor, Supply Chain Operations, to support our UPMC Altoona location. This position works daylight Monday-Friday, 6 am - 3 pm. Purpose: The Supply Chain Supervisor supervises the Supply Chain function. Responsible for operations, quality of service provided, employee development, operating and capital budget accountability, and short/long-term planning. Prepares, maintains, and reprocesses sterile supplies and equipment. Primary Job Responsibilities: + Develop and maintain a scanning schedule. + Assign daily work based on schedule and team availability. + Perform cart changes and distribute associated labels. + Schedule and hold regular meetings with department leadership to review Supply Chain performance and address Opportunity or Dead Stock reports. + Run and distribute Open Order (Fritz) reports daily. + Ensure timely resolution of backorders (Jira ticket, sub management). + Direct daily work of Supply Specialists. + Monitor and enforce compliance for monthly PAR room audits. + Hold monthly 1:1 meetings with direct reports for performance feedback. + Monitor Team Lead responsibilities for accountability and provide coaching. + Conduct regular informal rounding to check in with directors/nurse managers and address issues or requests. + Act as primary contact for product recalls for the business unit, per UPMC Product Recall Policy. Additional Job Responsibilities: + Recommend interdepartmental and department policies and procedures on operations in areas of responsibility. + Maintain a positive attitude during interactions with all hospital personnel, patients, and visitors. + Monitor the completion of employee time cards and associated documentation. + Maintain Operating Room linen within Supply Chain and deliver these linens along with O.R. basins to the O.R. as requested each day. + Implement and maintain accurate position descriptions and performance standards for all subordinates; review job performance of each subordinate on an annual or as required basis and make recommendations to Manager concerning potential merit increments. + Ensure all personnel are aware of hospital policies and procedures; enact disciplinary procedures when appropriate. + Maintain accurate tracking system for all utilized equipment. + Implement and interpret monthly activity data for Supply Chain functions; data highlights departmental performances, pinpoints problems, develops alternatives, and advises on significant trends. + Serve as Supply Chain representative to the hospital user groups for all operations- related issues, including purchasing/rental issues and financial issues to ensure proper levels of service satisfaction. + Repair all non-operational equipment immediately upon arrival into the department. + Perform pick-ups of all soiled items, including lab glassware, general medical/surgical supplies, and equipment from the patient units for reprocessing. + Select, evaluate, develop, motivate, and counsel subordinates. + Clean and prepare all items for reprocessing. + Assist in development and monitoring of operating and capital budgets in all areas of responsibility; prepare monthly budget variance reports which examine budgeted versus actual expenditures. + Responsible for the batching/preparation of all unit charges and equipment vouchers daily. + Make equipment rounds continuously per shift and deliver all serviced equipment to the Distribution Center. + Keep the department in a clean and organized fashion, while following the appropriate aseptic techniques at all times. + Maintain an awareness of any change in departmental procedures and policies. + High School Diploma and 5 years experience OR 4 year degree and 3 years of experience + Supervisory experience requiredLicensure, Certifications, and Clearances: + Act 34 UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran