Supply Chain Operations Manager
Ascension
Salary undisclosed
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Description
This position resides under The Resource Group, an end-to-end supply chain partner to healthcare organizations across the United States, wholly-owned by Ascension. At The Resource Group, we build strong relationships with provider teams, working alongside them to improve supply chain operations and lower non-payroll expenses, all in support of delivering quality patient care. Responsibilities for this role can be found below:
Direct the enterprise-level ordering, tracking, and management of local inventory to guarantee the continuity of clinical care through the seamless delivery and stocking of supplies at healthcare facilities.
Provide rigorous management of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and departmental workflows to ensure all distribution activities are executed accurately, safely, and in a timely manner.
Exercise high-level accountability for departmental budgets, resource utilization, and work allocation to optimize financial performance and ensure the efficient use of organizational capital.
Lead the analysis of KPIs and supply data to proactively identify operational risks and implement strategic solutions for complex distribution challenges.
Oversee the integrity of supply and service contracts while ensuring all departmental activities maintain strict adherence to regulatory compliance and vendor access policies.
Optimize team performance through strategic day-to-day management of associates including hiring, training and onboarding, professional development, and providing coaching and feedback as needed.
Qualifications
Education:
- High School diploma equivalency with 3 years of cumulative experience OR Associate's degree/Bachelor's degree with 2 years of cumulative experience OR 7 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.
- 3 years of leadership or management experience preferred.
Additional Preferences:
- A Bachelor's degree (Master's preferred)
- 4 years of professional experience (project management, people management, and/or operations)
Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you'll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.
Equal employment opportunity employer
Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster.
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Benefits
- professional development
About this role
The Resource Group, Ascension's supply chain division, is seeking an operations manager to oversee inventory management and distribution logistics across healthcare facilities in the Waterbury area. You would manage enterprise-level ordering and stock control, maintain operational procedures and workflows, and lead the analysis of performance metrics to identify and resolve supply chain challenges. The role carries significant accountability for departmental budgets and resource allocation, with an emphasis on keeping clinical supplies flowing reliably to support patient care.
This is a hands-on leadership position requiring you to build and develop a team through hiring, training, and ongoing coaching while ensuring strict compliance with contracts, regulatory requirements, and vendor policies. Success depends on balancing operational efficiency with financial discipline—optimizing how resources are deployed while maintaining the integrity of supply agreements and departmental workflows.
The position requires a high school diploma or equivalent plus three years of relevant experience, or an associate or bachelor's degree with two years of experience. Leadership or management experience is preferred, and a bachelor's degree with four years of professional background in operations, project management, or people management would strengthen your candidacy. This is a full-time, in-office role based in Waterbury, Connecticut.
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