Admin. Director, Materials Management

Overview

FirstHealth of the Carolinas is a nationally recognized health care system located in central North Carolina. Comprised of four hospitals with more than 600 beds, the system also offers leading-edge heart care in the Reid Heart Center, the area’s only dedicated heart and vascular center.

Our growing health system has more than 6,500 employees serving in more than 75 locations throughout a 15-county service area. In addition, FirstHealth has received numerous accolades for its patient care and outcomes, including recognitions from Healthgrades and U.S. News & World Report.

FirstHealth is seeking an experienced healthcare supply chain leader to oversee system-wide Materials Management operations, including Purchasing, Inventory Management, Central Supply, Sterile Processing, Distribution Services, and Laundry Operations.

Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities

• Lead daily operations of materials management and supply chain services across the health system.
• Manage purchasing, inventory control, contract compliance, and vendor relationships.
• Develop and implement cost-saving initiatives and performance improvement strategies.
• Oversee departmental budgets, capital equipment acquisitions, and financial performance.
• Partner with physicians, clinical leaders, and department directors on product evaluations and supply utilization.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory, accreditation, safety, and infection control standards.
• Develop and mentor leadership teams and staff.

Qualifications

Qualifications

Required:

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Healthcare Administration, Supply Chain, or related field.
• 7+ years of experience leading materials management, purchasing, inventory management, or healthcare supply chain operations.
• Strong analytical, negotiation, communication, and organizational skills.

Preferred:

• Healthcare supply chain certification.
• Experience in a multi-facility healthcare environment.