Lead Material Handler

Site: The Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc.

At Mass General Brigham, we know it takes a surprising range of talented professionals to advance our mission—from doctors, nurses, business people and tech experts, to dedicated researchers and systems analysts. As a not-for-profit organization, Mass General Brigham is committed to supporting patient care, research, teaching, and service to the community. We place great value on being a diverse, equitable and inclusive organization as we aim to reflect the diversity of the patients we serve.

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Summary

Job Summary

Responsible for managing inventory and purchasing procedures of raw materials and other supplies within a company

Essential Functions

Maintains optimum inventory levels to ensure on-time deliveries to meet customer requirements

• Responsible for continuing programs of exploration for new materials, suppliers, and processes to achieve the best possible quality, reliability, prices, continuity, and delivery
• Establishes procedures and supervises the annual physical inventory
• Supervises, evaluates and coaches staff members
• Interfaces with product line coordinators on the planning and forecasting of customer orders to meet shipments
• Maintain relationships and negotiate with suppliers
• Purchase supplies and materials according to specifications
• Ensures that the company standard practices and procedures are followed in connection with all materials department functions
  
  

Qualifications

Education

Bachelor's Degree Materials Engineering required

Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree?

Yes

Licenses and Credentials

Experience

directly related experience 5-7 years required experience in a supervisory role 2-3 years preferred

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Ability to lead team members.
• Customer service-oriented.
• Familiarity with supply chain and inventory management systems.
• Knowledgeable of forecasting and budgeting.
• Ability to solve problems swiftly.
• Working knowledge of SAP MM.
• Excellent organizational and leadership skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office In depth knowledge of supply chain and inventory management systems.
• Hands on experience with forecasting and budgeting.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Analytical thinking with problem solving aptitude.
• Outstanding communication and leadership skills.
  
  

Physical Requirements

Additional Job Details (if applicable)

• Standing Constantly (67-100%)
• Walking Constantly (67-100%)
• Sitting Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Lifting Frequently (34-66%) 35lbs (w/assisted device)
• Carrying Frequently (34-66%) 35lbs (w/assisted device)
• Pushing Frequently (34-66%)
• Pulling Frequently (34-66%)
• Climbing Occasionally (3-33%)
• Balancing Constantly (67-100%)
• Stooping Occasionally (3-33%)
• Kneeling Occasionally (3-33%)
• Crouching Occasionally (3-33%)
• Crawling Occasionally (3-33%)
• Reaching Frequently (34-66%)
• Gross Manipulation (Handling) Constantly (67-100%)
• Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently (34-66%)
• Feeling Constantly (67-100%)
• Foot Use Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Vision - Far Constantly (67-100%)
• Vision - Near Constantly (67-100%)
• Talking Constantly (67-100%)
• Hearing Constantly (67-100%)
  
  

Remote Type

Onsite

Work Location

89 Fenwood Rd at Brookline Ave

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Employee Type

Regular

Work Shift

Day (United States of America)

EEO Statement

The Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc. is an Affirmative Action Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.

Mass General Brigham Competency Framework

At Mass General Brigham, our competency framework defines what effective leadership “looks like” by specifying which behaviors are most critical for successful performance at each job level. The framework is comprised of ten competencies (half People-Focused, half Performance-Focused) and are defined by observable and measurable skills and behaviors that contribute to workplace effectiveness and career success. These competencies are used to evaluate performance, make hiring decisions, identify development needs, mobilize employees across our system, and establish a strong talent pipeline.