Senior Materials Management Specialist, Mass General Brigham Medical Group, Urgent Care- Hybrid at Mass General Brigham Medical Group in Somerville, Massachusetts

Job Description:

About Us



Mass General Brigham Medical Group (MGBMG) represents the merger of separate community medical groups within the Mass General Brigham system into one harmonized and high-performing organization:

• Brigham and Women's Harbor Medical Associates


• Cooley Dickinson Medical Group


• Mass General Brigham Community Physicians


• Mass General Brigham Integrated Care


• Mass General Brigham Urgent Care


• Newton Wellesley Medical Group


• North Shore Physicians Group


• Pentucket Medical Associates


• Wentworth Douglass Health Partners

This work stems from Mass General Brigham's unified system strategy to bring high quality health care closer to patients while lowering total health care costs. MGBMG provides a wide range of offerings, including primary care, behavioral and mental health, specialty care, outpatient surgery, endoscopy, imaging, lab services, infusion, and urgent care both digitally and in person in Massachusetts and New Hampshire.



The Opportunity:



We are currently seeking a Sr. Materials Management Specialist reporting to the Operations Director of Urgent Care to support our urgent care locations and ensure seamless operations in the supply and materials management space.



Location:



This position offers a hybrid work model, with routine meetings at Mass General Brigham Headquarters in Assembly Row, Somerville, MA, and regional travel across Massachusetts and New Hampshire as needed to support our 16+ Urgent Care locations.



About the Role:



As the Sr. Materials Management Specialist for MGB MG Urgent Care, you will take the lead in overseeing the efficient management of medical supplies and equipment across 16+ locations, supporting over 400 employees indirectly. This highly visible role ensures that our urgent care centers are fully equipped to deliver outstanding patient care by maintaining smooth materials operations. You will be the key liaison between Urgent Care and our Materials Management team, working to develop, implement, and continuously improve processes while fostering a culture of collaboration and excellence.



What You'll Do:

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  Leadership & Training: Provide leadership, training, and professional mentorship for staff in the areas of materials management, ensuring compliance with 5s and Lean approaches. Develop training programs and monitor staff performance to maintain high standards of operational efficiency.


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  Collaborative Management: Work closely with senior management on operational budgets for materials, supplies, and equipment, ensuring cost-effective solutions and compliance with financial targets.


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  Vendor & Supply Chain Relationships: Build strong relationships with vendors to ensure redundancy and reliability in the supply chain. Collaborate with our purchasing department to resolve supply issues and ensure continuous availability of critical medical supplies and equipment.


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  Operational Excellence: Conduct inventory management, including cycle counts, setting par levels, and continuously improving supply chain processes. Ensure all locations adhere to policies, procedures, and safety regulations related to materials management.


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  Performance Monitoring: Track and report on the effectiveness of materials management operations, recommend improvements, and create new procedures where needed. Support teams to achieve consistency across all locations in materials management practices.


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  Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with departments like Finance Operations and Supply Chain to align materials management strategies with organizational goals. Act as a bridge between Urgent Care teams and the larger MGB MG Materials Management department.

Why You'll Love This Role:

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  Impact: You'll play a critical role in ensuring that our urgent care centers run smoothly, helping us deliver high-quality care to our communities.


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  Growth: As part of a dynamic and growing healthcare system, you'll have access to professional development opportunities and mentorship to advance your career.


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  Innovation: We encourage innovative thinking and continuous improvement. Your ideas on enhancing materials management operations will directly influence the success of our urgent care locations.

Qualifications

About You:

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  Education: High School diploma or equivalent is required; Post-secondary education or a Bachelor's degree is preferred.


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  Experience: At least 2 years of experience in materials or supply management, with urgent care or healthcare experience being a plus. In-depth knowledge of Materials Management purchasing, contracting, vendor relationships, and product knowledge and logistics is required.

Ready to Make an Impact?



If you're passionate about optimizing healthcare operations and creating positive change, we'd love to hear from you!



EEO Statement

Mass General Brigham is an Equal Opportunity 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. Apply Now