Strategic Initiatives Lead, Materials Management

Site: Newton-Wellesley Hospital

 

Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.

 

This role was approved by Ellen Moloney & Rob Bentinck-Smith

 

Job Summary

Oversee enterprise-wide materials management operations across 6+ Mass General Brigham (MGB) hospitals, driving digital transformation through ERP integration (EPIC/Workday), process standardization, and Power Platform automation. Spearhead strategic initiatives achieving 98% system-wide inventory accuracy leading to significant annual cost savings. Mentor/train cross-functional local teams in adoption of AI-driven analytics for supply chain optimization.

 

1.Enterprise Material Digital Process Leadership

• Engineer and execute system-wide inventory reorganization projects (eSims optimization, multi hospital-wide relabeling & reorganizing, discontinued & unused item clearance, and etc.) impacting 4,000+ SKUs annually.
• Develop standardized integration protocols for Workday/EPIC systems, including ghost item resolution and preference card synchronization and more.
• Lead digital transformation initiatives replacing manual workflows with Power Platform solutions (MS Forms, Power Apps, Power Automate) for orders, request, tracking system, and etc.
• Conduct root cause analysis and implement solutions using Lean methodologies and DMAIC frameworks.

2.System Integration & Innovation

• Serve as primary contact between MGB IT (EPIC/Workday teams), clinical stakeholders, and vendors to resolve integration gaps.
• Develop barcode scanning solutions and SharePoint architectures that reduce inventory discrepancies at all hospitals
• Lead ERP migration projects including PeopleSoft to Workday transitions and EPIC hierarchy realignments.

3.Cross-Functional Leadership

• Develop system-wide training curricula featuring video tutorials and SharePoint knowledge base, reducing ERP support requests.
• Chair enterprise committees establishing digital standards for material labeling, par-level optimization, and EPIC integration protocols.
• Mentor inventory specialists across MGB hospitals on inventory accuracy best practices and digital tool adoption.

4.Cost Optimization Initiatives

• Generate annual cost savings through vendor negotiation strategies and discontinued inventory clearance programs.
• Implement predictive analytics models for par-level optimization adopted across clinical service lines
• Direct eSims invoice reconciliation processes ensuring 100% payment accuracy for high-value implantable.

 

Education

• Bachelor’s degree with focus in Supply Chain Management, Process Improvement or related field Required. Master’s degree preferred.
• Green Belt Six Sigma Certificate or similar preferred

Experience

• 3-5 years of experience in healthcare materials management, project management or leadership Role.
  • A combination of education and experience may be substituted for requirements.
• Leading hospital material management projects (e.g., EPIC integrations, inventory relabeling)
• Proven success in ERP implementations (Workday/EPIC) and hospital-wide inventory system redesigns 
• Demonstrated expertise in deploying Power Platform solutions at scale across clinical environments

Knowledge and Skills

• Advanced Power Platform development (Canvas Apps, Automated Flows, AI Builder)
• ERP mastery: Workday inventory hierarchy management, EPIC preference card optimization
• SharePoint Architecture & customized application development
• Data analytics: Power BI dashboard development, Excel predictive modeling (Monte Carlo simulations)
• Process mapping: Visio, Lucidchart, Value Stream Mapping
• Cross-functional team management (IT/clinical/vendor stakeholders)
• Digital transformation roadmaps and development

Physical Requirements

• 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%)

 

Onsite

 

2014 Washington Street

 

40

 

Regular

 

Day (United States of America)

 

Pay Range

$30.00 - $43.63/Hourly

 

Grade

6

 

At Mass General Brigham, we believe in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization. Our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and any offer extended will take into account your skills, relevant experience if applicable, education, certifications and other essential factors. The base pay information provided offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications; however, it does not encompass all elements contributing to your total compensation package. In addition to competitive base pay, we offer comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, differentials, premiums and bonuses as applicable and recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth. We invite you to apply, and our Talent Acquisition team will provide an overview of your potential compensation and benefits package.

 

Newton-Wellesley Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 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. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran’s Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at (857)-282-7642.

 

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