Senior Analyst, Supply Chain

Facility: Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi
Department: Materials Management
Full Time: Full-Time
Hours: 8am - 5pm
Job Details:

This is a two year contract position.

This position is responsible for leading the analysis, development and implementation of strategic Supply Chain initiatives within CCAD. This position is also responsible for product and service analysis in conjunction with the strategic sourcing or material management process.

Duties and Responsibilities:

* Provide tactical Supply Chain Management techniques to ensure expectations are met relative to delivery, quality, cost and inventory targets
* Manages contracts from negotiation to execution and ensures that contract terms and conditions are maintained throughout the life of the contract
* Initiates requests for quotations and reviews incoming bids for best price, availability of stock, price protection, consignment, etc.
* Prepares bids and/or comparisons of existing contracts to determine the best outcome for CCAD
* Develop and manage material forecasting and safety stock analysis, conduct review meetings, analyze and control inventory levels to optimize service levels, process mapping and documentation
* Develop and manage Supplier relationships to assure high quality, cost effective and timely supply of required materials and services by closely monitoring Supplier performance and initiating changes when required
* Manage the assigned suppliers to ensure CCAD receives material that meets quality requirements and delivery expectations
* Monitor and report on inventory turnover and shrinkage (e.g. obsolescence, scrap, returned goods) and develop a methodology to ensure CCAD optimizes inventory and maintains flexibility in the Supply Chain
* Work directly with the all personnel in the CCAD Supply Chain Management department and all other pertinent CCAD departments to coordinate activities from Suppliers including contract negotiations, material flow and cost savings opportunities
* Update the ERP System to adjust inventory levels to meet demand, including reorder points, reorder quantities, safety stock and lead time/transportation time to CCAD
* Evaluates and executes flow decisions and changes to support Supply Chain efficiency
* Meets with sales representatives to evaluate new products or services available
* Implements supplier changes and ensures seamless transition of sourcing changes
* Monitors, manages and executes resolution plans for complex Supply Chain issues

Experience:

* Minimum of five (5) years experience in materials forecasting, planning, inventory control, purchasing and sourcing is within health care field is required
* Knowledge and understanding of purchasing, supply chain and inventory principles
* Demonstrated strong financial analysis skills
* Knowledge of PC programs and spreadsheets
* ERP system experience/knowledge is required
* Strong customer service skills
* Strong oral and written communication skills
* Ability to speak and write in English is required
* Ability to speak and write in Arabic is preferred

Education Requirements:

* Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration or Finance, or related field, is required
* Professional certification preferred

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

* Typical physical demands include: a high degree of manual dexterity to sufficiently perform computer functions on a keyboard, produce materials on a PC and operate basic office equipment, normal or corrected vision and hearing, extensive sitting, mobility sufficient to visit with departments or employees throughout CCAD and lift up to 30 lbs.

Organization-Wide Competency Assessment Requirements:

* All employees will embrace the CCAD mission, vision and values and be responsible for adhering to the core values of the institution, including: Patient’s First, Collaboration, Mutual Respect, Quality, Patient Safety, Integrity, Cultural Sensitivity and Compassion.
* All employees are also expected to meet the standards of performance outlined in the Organization-Wide Competencies listed below as applied to the position.
* Customer Service Orientation includes attitude, behavior, interpersonal skill and problem solving that enable an employee to respond to internal and external customer needs and expectations in a positive manner. Adaptability including teamwork, flexibility needed to fulfill job responsibilities, adapting to changes in work environment and accepting supervisory feedback. Efficiency and Effectiveness includes quantity and quality of desired work, as well as organization skills necessary to perform successfully. Essential Job Requirements includes adherence to all relevant policies, procedures and guidelines affecting the work environment, as well as maintenance of required competencies and communication skills. Managerial Responsibilities includes overall accountability for assigned work group relative to operational goals, personnel requirements and budgetary constraints.

Disclaimer:

The responsibilities described on this job description are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. These statements are not intended to be exhaustive of all responsibilities, duties, knowledge, skills and abilities required of employees in the position.
Final determination of a candidate’s qualifications and eligibility to perform the job is at the sole discretion and judgment of the institute/department executive leadership.

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