Supply Chain Business Analyst III

Job Summary

Responsible for providing advanced analytics and optimization solutions to multiple functions within the supply chain. This role will be part of a functional team providing applications and tools, analysis, research, and insights through detailed and complex analyses using mathematical based optimization and computer algorithms to assist in managerial decisions that lead to improved customer service and cost savings while maintaining clinically acceptable products. The position supports multiple facilities within the Health System from product analysis, services, and equipment to supporting the Value Analysis teams (VAT). Other duties include: collaborating to ensure the integrity of the item master file and contract files, analyze internal and external reports regarding Materials Management operations, work with the Clinical Resource Coordinators (CRM) to identify solutions and recommendations for process improvement and cost efficiency, responsible for various application dashboard maintenance, monitoring purchasing utilization reports and contract compliance, prepares cost benefit analysis reports for product or vendor changes, and comparative market analysis reports for management and department review and analysis.

General Requirements

• Adheres to the hospital and departmental attendance and punctuality guidelines
• Performs all job responsibilities in alignment with the core values, mission and vision of the organization
• Performs other duties as required and completes all job functions as per departmental policies and procedures
• Maintains current knowledge in present areas of responsibility (i.e., self-education, attends ongoing educational programs)
• Attends staff meetings and completes mandatory in-services and requirements and competency evaluations on time.
  
  

WORKING CONDITIONS

• General environment: Works in a well-lighted, air-conditioned area, with moderate noise levels.
• May be required to change from one task to another of different nature without loss of efficiency or composure.
• Periods of high stress and fluctuating workloads may occur.
• Long-distance or air travel as needed - not to exceed 10% travel.
• May be scheduled as needed including overtime
  
  

Qualifications

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

• 4-year bachelor’s degree in business administration or related field (Required)
  
  

Experience Requirements

• 5 - 6 Years’ analyst experience with proficient Excel skills (Required)
  
  

Certifications And Licensures

• Preferred Certifications/Licensures: Certified Materials and Resource Professional
  
  

General Skills

• Organizational Skills
• Communication Skills
• Interpersonal Skills
• Customer Relations
• Mathematical
• Analytical
• Grammar Spelling
• Read Comprehend Written Instructions
• Follow Verbal Instructions
• Basic Computer Skills
• Microsoft Office Suite. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
• Have near normal vision - Clarity of vision (both near and far), ability to distinguish colors
• Have good - manual dexterity
  
  

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Standing - Occasionally within shift (1-33%)
• Walking - Occasionally within shift (1-33%)
• Sitting - Continuously within shift (67-100%)