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VCU Health · 16 hours ago

Supply Chain Process Improvement Specialist

Mechanicsville, VA

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

3+ years exp

VCU Health is seeking a Supply Chain Operations Process Improvement Specialist responsible for analyzing, designing, and optimizing supply chain processes to improve efficiency and reduce costs. The role involves collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure process alignment and leading continuous improvement initiatives.

Hospital & Health Care

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Evaluate and improve end-to-end supply chain processes including procurement, warehousing, transportation, and order fulfillment

Oversight of the Constrained Item Review and Action Team – manage item health tracker and approved product substitutes in the ERP

Identify bottlenecks and inefficiencies in supply chain workflows and implement corrective actions

Collaborate with cross-functional teams (e.g., procurement, logistics, IT, finance) to ensure process alignment and integration

Develop and maintain process documentation, SOPs, and workflow diagrams

Monitor supply chain KPIs (e.g., inventory turnover, order accuracy, delivery lead time) and report on performance

Lead continuous improvement initiatives using Lean, Six Sigma, or other methodologies

Support digital transformation and automation efforts within the supply chain

Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and internal policies

Demonstrates the ability to perform other duties as assigned and/or participates in special projects to support the mission of VCUHS and the Department

Accepts alternate assignments, as required

Qualification

Supply Chain ManagementProcess ImprovementLean Six SigmaSupply Chain SoftwareData Visualization ToolsAnalytical SkillsStakeholder EngagementProblem-Solving SkillsCommunication SkillsProject Management

Required

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, or related field

3–5 years of experience in supply chain operations or process improvement

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Proficiency in supply chain software (e.g., Workday, SAP, Oracle, JDA) and process mapping tools

Knowledge of Lean, Six Sigma, or other process improvement frameworks

Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills

Previous work experience in a JIT inventory program

Previous experience using a personal computer with Microsoft office applications and automated inventory/tracking system

Preferred

Combination of education and experience may be considered in lieu of a degree

Lean Six Sigma certification (Green Belt or higher)

Experience with supply chain analytics and data visualization tools

Project management certification (e.g., PMP)

Familiarity with sustainability and risk management in supply chain operations

Company

VCU Health

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VCU Medical Center is a school. It is a sub-organization of Virginia Commonwealth University.

Founded in 1838

Richmond, Virginia, USA

10001+ employees

https://www.vcuhealth.org

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