• Supply Chain Specialist

    Aston Carter (Kansas City, MO)


    Aston Carter has partnered with a company hiring a Supply Chain Specialist. They are seeking candidates with 5 years of experience in Healthcare Supply Chain or registered nurses with 5+ years of experience who are looking for a new opportunity and are familiar with medical terminology. Our client offers a hybrid work schedule after 3 to 6 months. The target salary for this position ranges from $62,000 to $82,440 per year, depending on the candidate's experience. The company promotes a good work-life balance and opportunities for growth.

     

    Job Title: Supply Chain Specialist

    Job Description

    The Clinical Strategic Sourcing Specialist plays a pivotal role in supporting strategic sourcing initiatives within a healthcare network. This position involves negotiating complex business and legal contractual terms, performing data and financial analytics, auditing agreements, reviewing purchasing initiatives, and developing internal and external relationships. The role includes leading Value Analysis Teams to optimize GPO compliance, standardize processes, and ensure high performance of products with cost-effectiveness while managing clinical supplies and assets with an emphasis on quality and safety.

    Responsibilities

    + Engage in capital planning, sourcing, and price negotiation.

    + Establish and manage supply and service contracts.

    + Develop sourcing strategies for clinical supply market categories.

    + Serve as the enterprise expert in all clinical supply market categories.

    + Analyze supply price and utilization history to prepare recommendations for cost and quality improvements.

    + Lead negotiations, act as a sourcing expert, contract specialist, auditor, and consultant for clinical categories.

    + Participate in indirect and direct procurement/purchasing activities.

    + Conduct RFPs, manage SKUs, review contracts, and present findings in meetings.

    + Serve on the cardiovascular floor to communicate and source supplies.

    + Perform other duties as assigned.

    Essential Skills

    + Strong negotiation and analytical skills.

    + 5 years of experience in Procurement, Supply Chain, and Purchasing within a multi-facility health system network.

    + Knowledge of Supply Chain concepts and best practices.

    + Confidence to interact and present to leadership.

    + Basic understanding of supply chain processes including picking, ordering, and inventory.

    + 5+ years of healthcare experience.

    Additional Skills & Qualifications

    + H.S. Diploma and a Bachelor's Degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Nursing, or RN required.

    + Master's Degree in Business, Nursing, or related field preferred.

    Work Environment

    Initially, in-office every day for the first 3-6 months, then transitioning to 2 days at home. The position requires presence on the cardiovascular floor as well. The team is supportive, encouraging internal promotions, and fosters a culture of independence with minimal micromanagement.

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $43.00/hr.

     

    Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

     

    • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

     

    Workplace Type

     

    This is a fully onsite position in Kansas City,MO.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on May 26, 2025.

    About Aston Carter:

    Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service.

     

    The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

     

    If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email [email protected] (%[email protected]) for other accommodation options.