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Work where*every moment*matters. Every day, more than 40,000 Hartford HealthCare colleagues come to work with one thing in common: Pride in what we do, knowing every moment matters here. We invite you to become part of Connecticut’s most comprehensive healthcare network. Hartford HealthCare’s unified culture enhances access, affordability, equity and excellence. Its care-delivery system- with more than 500 locations serving 185 towns and cities- includes two tertiary-level teaching hospitals, an acute-care community teaching hospital, an acute-care hospital and trauma center, three community hospitals, a behavioral health network, a multispecialty physician group, a clinical care organization, a regional home care system, an array of senior care services, a mobile neighborhood health program and a comprehensive physical therapy and rehabilitation network. On average, Hartford HealthCare touches more than 27,000 lives every single day. The unique, system-wide Institute Model offers a unified high standard of care in crucial specialties at hospital and ambulatory sites across Connecticut offering unparalleled expertise at the most affordable cost. The institutes include: Ayer Neuroscience, Behavioral Health, Cancer, Digestive Health, Heart and Vascular, Orthopedics and Tallwood Urology & Kidney. Position Summary: The Director of Supply Chain Operations will lead the development, implementation and administration of supply chain operations for The Hospital of Central Connecticut, MidState Medical Center and the Bradley Campus in alignment with strategic system goals and initiatives. This includes inventory management, distribution, receiving, clinical alignment, mailroom and courier. The Director will have strong involvement in clinical care redesign and clinical value team committees and initiatives. Key Accountabilities: * Manages the day-to-day distribution and supply management operations for the Central Region * Develops and implements methods and systems for improving operational efficiencies, and controlling supply inventory and optimization * Maintain effective communications with hospital executives, department heads, suppliers and appropriate others to ensure effective departmental operations * Provides leadership, guidance and support to physicians and staff to develop their understanding of supply chain best practices to ensure operational and financial goals are met * In conjunction with system supply chain leadership develops goals which are aligned with the objectives of the region and system and execute system initiatives at the site level * Ensures adequate supply levels and coordinates timely supply distribution * Develop and implement cost reduction strategies and determine budgetary needs for designated areas and manage to the prescribed budget * Bachelor’s degree is required * Seven plus years of progressive leadership experience in supply chain management/operations * Healthcare experience is preferred * Knowledge of supply chain management principles in the areas procurement, receiving, distribution, replenishment and equipment management * Knowledge of accounting principles, cost analysis, standard costing, statistical control and other principles of cost management and process improvement * Excellent interpersonal skills * Strong working knowledge of supply chain ERP systems, including clinical and non-clinical inventory management We take great care of careers. With locations around the state, Hartford HealthCare offers exciting opportunities for career development and growth. Here, you are part of an organization on the cutting edge – helping to bring new technologies, breakthrough treatments and community education to countless men, women and children. We know that a thriving organization starts with thriving employees-- we provide a competitive benefits program designed to ensure work/life balance. Every moment matters. And this is*your moment*. **Job:** **Management / Administration* **Organization:** **Hartford HealthCare Corp.* **Title:** *Director of Supply Chain Operations, Central Region* **Location:** *Connecticut-New Britain-100 Grand Street New Britain (10126)* **Requisition ID:** *25163227*