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Hospital Supply Chain Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Director - Supply Chain

The Woodlands, TX · On-site

$162K - $184K/yr

Six years of healthcare Supply Chain experience, at least three of which must have been in a management role in a Hospital Supply Chain setting. * Academic Medical Center experience preferred ...

DIR DSTR SUPP CHAIN MGMT

Knoxville, TN

$173K - $196K/yr

Serves as the primary leader and advisor to hospital departments and administrative leadership in matters related to the overall supply chain. Assists in the System's standardization efforts by ...

DIR DSTR SUPP CHAIN MGMT

Knoxville, TN · On-site

$173K - $196K/yr

Serves as the primary leader and advisor to hospital departments and administrative leadership in matters related to the overall supply chain. Assists in the System's standardization efforts by ...

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How much do hospital supply chain jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 8, 2026, the average hourly pay for hospital supply chain in the United States is $25.15, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $19.23 and $28.37 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

How does a hospital supply chain professional typically collaborate with clinical staff to ensure timely delivery of critical supplies?

Hospital Supply Chain professionals work closely with nurses, physicians, and department managers to understand their supply needs and respond quickly to urgent requests. Regular communication and proactive inventory monitoring help prevent shortages of essential items such as medications, surgical instruments, and personal protective equipment. By participating in interdisciplinary meetings and utilizing inventory management systems, supply chain staff can anticipate demand and coordinate deliveries, ensuring that clinical teams have the resources they need to provide quality patient care.

What is hospital supply chain management?

Hospital supply chain management refers to the process of overseeing the flow of medical supplies, equipment, and pharmaceuticals from manufacturers to healthcare providers within a hospital. It involves purchasing, storing, and distributing these items efficiently to ensure that healthcare professionals have what they need to provide patient care. Effective supply chain management helps hospitals control costs, minimize shortages, and maintain high standards of safety and compliance. This role requires coordination with vendors, monitoring inventory levels, and implementing technology solutions to track and optimize supply usage.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in hospital supply chain?

To thrive in Hospital Supply Chain, you need a solid understanding of inventory management, procurement processes, and healthcare logistics, often supported by a degree in supply chain management or healthcare administration. Familiarity with inventory management systems, enterprise resource planning (ERP) software, and relevant certifications like Certified Materials & Resource Professional (CMRP) is highly valued. Strong attention to detail, problem-solving abilities, and effective communication are crucial soft skills for coordinating with vendors and clinical staff. These skills ensure efficient resource allocation, cost control, and uninterrupted patient care in a complex hospital environment.

What is the difference between Hospital Supply Chain vs Hospital Purchasing Coordinator?

AspectHospital Supply ChainHospital Purchasing Coordinator
Primary FocusManaging the entire supply chain process, including procurement, inventory, logistics, and distributionHandling procurement and purchasing activities for specific departments or supplies
CredentialsSupply chain certifications, logistics knowledge, healthcare industry familiarityProcurement certifications, purchasing experience, healthcare knowledge
Work EnvironmentSupply chain departments, warehouses, logistics teamsHospital procurement offices, departmental supply areas
Industry UsageUsed across hospitals to oversee overall supply operationsFocused on procurement tasks within hospital departments

The Hospital Supply Chain role encompasses the full management of hospital logistics and inventory, while the Hospital Purchasing Coordinator concentrates on procurement activities. Both roles require healthcare industry knowledge, but the supply chain position has a broader scope involving logistics and distribution.

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Infographic showing various Hospital Supply Chain job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Locum Tenens, 3% As Needed, 69% Full Time, 19% Part Time, and 8% Contract. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $52,310 per year, or $25.1 per hour.

Manager Supply Chain Ops

Johns Hopkins Healthcare

Baltimore, MD • On-site

Full-time

PTO

Re-posted 18 days ago


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Job description

You were meant for Hopkins .
What Awaits You?
  • Career growth and development
  • Diverse and collaborative working environment
  • Generous Paid Time Off
  • Affordable and comprehensive benefits package, including tuition reimbursement

The Manager Supply Chain Ops is responsible for the management and general oversight of the hospital's supply chain functions. The scope of work includes the development and supervision of processes, procedures, and policies that impact the Supply Chain Operations team at the assigned entity. Areas of impact include, but are not limited to, medical supply & equipment distribution, inventory management systems, receiving processes, customer service engagement, and team member development.
Hours:
40 Hours (Full Time)
Night Shift- Mon-Thurs 9pm-7:30am
Location:
Johns Hopkins Hospital
1800 Orleans Street
Baltimore, MD 21287
Work Experience
• Six years supply chain experience with three years of prior leadership experience is required.
• Experience in surgical services or procedural area supply chain environment highly preferred.
Knowledge
• Comprehensive understanding and working knowledge of hospital finance, information systems, customer service, performance improvement and regulatory requirements
• Knowledge of supply chain analytics including collection, cleansing, analysis and interpretation of supply chain data
• Resource Planning, Materials Replenishment Planning and Materials Management Information Systems.
  • Extensive experience managing material/logistic operations in support of patient care, in a healthcare materials management setting

Education Requirements:
  • Bachelor's degree in Business Management, Supply Chain, Logistics Management or related field is required.
  • Additional experience may be substituted for education. (Equivalency Formula: Related experience beyond minimum training experience qualifications may substitute for formal education requirement on a two-years

Additional Responsibilities:
  • Directs the daily activities of inventory management for Perioperative and other clinical units as well as the central supply storeroom. Utilize various computer systems to locate inventory / equipment, audit staff member quality / productivity and maintain budgetary guidelines.
  • Collaborates with perioperative and other clinical units to establish Point of Use par levels and refill points, utilizing reports and data to inform and improve supply chain service levels.
  • Ability to extract and interpret data, develop and implement work plans, and proactively monitor key performance indicators to make real- time adjustments to ensure goal accomplishment. Consistently seeks to improve work processes and workflow efficiencies.
  • Assists Director with maintaining established department policies & procedures, objectives, quality assurance, and safety standards; provides leadership to improve employee productivity and service levels.
  • Responsible for the oversight and accountability of inventory related to expired goods, credits, charges, lot tracking, and storage.
  • Participates in all Value Analysis and product review committees at both system and affiliate levels, including Perioperative and other clinical standing committees and bid-related specific teams.
  • Reviews free text purchasing activities in SAP daily to assure quick turnaround in sourcing and processing; facilitates purchase order discrepancy resolution through contact and research.
  • Manages product recalls, including immediate notification to departments throughout the hospital, collection and return of product if required, and response to vendors, agencies, etc. Maintains related official documentation and provides monthly reports for the department.
  • Ensures full department compliance with regulatory requirements (Examples: Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare, Department of Health, Department of Transportation, and systemwide audits.)
  • Collaborates with Sourcing to secure bids for capital equipment as assigned
  • Manages direct reports according to safety protocols and policies & procedures, in an effort to meet department performance standards. Ensures fairness and ethical responsibility, and provide positive & constructive feedback in an effort to make improvements
  • Develops and monitors implementation of annual department goals that support the core strategies and objectives.
  • Ensures timeliness of evaluations, set measurable goals for staff

Salary Range: Minimum 38.44/hour - Maximum 67.27/hour. Compensation will be commensurate with equity and experience for roles of similar scope and responsibility. In cases where the range is displayed as a $0 amount, salary discussions will occur during candidate screening calls, before any subsequent compensation discussion is held between the candidate and any hiring authority.
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