Associate Supply Chain Jobs in Silver Spring, MD

About the Role

As a Supply Chain Analyst at Howard University Hospital, you will keep our supply chain systems running smoothly so clinical teams have what they need to care for patients. You will own item master maintenance in Infor Lawson, align records with active GPO and vendor contracts, support end users, and turn supply data into reports that drive smarter purchasing decisions. If you enjoy solving system problems and working with people across an organization, this role puts you at the center of how the hospital sources and manages its supplies.

What You'll Do

• Serve as the ERP product specialist, partnering with department representatives and supplier reps to ensure clean, accurate data flow in Infor Lawson.
• Maintain the Item Master and support the Supplier Master alongside the Accounts Payable team to high data-integrity standards.
• Build and modify reports on supply usage and analytics as needs arise.
• Provide system access and customer support to end users, resolving ordering issues and Service Desk tickets in a timely manner.
• Ensure HUH procurement and contracting policies are followed, including IT security access requirements for the Supply Chain ERP.
• Troubleshoot ERP transaction problems and support month-end close finance activities.
• Configure vendors for EDI transactions and maintain data maps with supplier systems.
• Recommend, prioritize, and test system enhancements, assessing their impact on overall functionality.
• Create quick reference guides and train new staff on the Materials Management ERP.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, information systems, business administration, or a related field. An additional four (4) years of relevant experience will be considered in lieu of a degree.
• One (1) to five (5) years of supply chain or other ERP experience.
• Strong customer service orientation and excellent written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Highly self-motivated and detail-oriented, with the ability to coordinate multiple projects and work independently.
• Ability to prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment.
• Ability to communicate ideas in user-friendly language.
• Willingness to be flexible with schedules to meet program needs.

Position Details

Pay & Schedule

The salary range for this position is $62,000–$95,000 annually, commensurate with experience and qualifications. This is a full-time, day-shift position based onsite at Howard University Hospital in Washington, DC.

About Howard University Hospital

Founded in 1862 as Freedmen's Hospital, Howard University Hospital is the nation's only teaching hospital located on the campus of a historically Black university. As a designated DC Level 1 Trauma Center, HUH is committed to providing patient-centered, culturally responsive care to the communities we serve. We continue a legacy of training the next generation of healthcare professionals while delivering compassionate, high-quality care.

What We Offer

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Retirement savings plan
• Paid time off and holidays
• Tuition remission of up to two (2) courses per semester
• Professional development opportunities

Compliance Statements

Culture of Care: In an effort to improve patient safety, Howard University Hospital supports a Just Culture — an atmosphere of accountability that promotes learning, safe systems, and well-managed behavioral choices.

Equal Opportunity Employer: Howard University Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of any protected characteristic under applicable federal or DC law, including the DC Human Rights Act.

Reasonable Accommodation: If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or interview process, please contact HUHLA@huhosp.org.

Pay Transparency: In compliance with the DC Pay Transparency Act, the salary range for this position is stated above. Final compensation is determined by experience, qualifications, and internal equity.

Disclaimer: The preceding description is designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed. It is not a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.