Supply Chain Data Specialist

8AM-5PM Monday-Friday - Standard Office Hours. This is a remote, work from home role. Advocate may approve remote workers who reside in the following registered states: AL, AK, AR, AZ, DE, FL, GA, IA, ID, IL, IN, LA, KS, KY, ME, MI, MO, MS, MT, NC, ND, NE, NH, NM, NV, OH, OK, PA, SC, SD, TN, TX, UT, VA, WI, WV, WY.

Responsible for managing and maintaining the accuracy, integrity, and consistency of master data related to our supply chain operations. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in data management, supply chain processes, and a meticulous approach to ensuring data quality.  The Specialist will be able to lead projects and relationships with external parties and internal customers, to assist in training junior Specialists, and to create documentation and training guides.​ This role will handle transactional data and price exception data maintenance. Working with other groups within the organization (Accounts Payable, Sourcing, Procurement) and outside the organization (Suppliers) to maintain the accuracy of our PO data, contact data, and Workday ERP price data.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES

• ​​Take a lead role in the creation, maintenance, and governance of supply chain master data, ensuring alignment with established data standards and policies.​ 

• ​​​Regularly perform data quality assessments, identifying discrepancies, anomalies, and inconsistencies in master data. Collaborate with relevant stakeholders to rectify issues promptly.​​ 

• ​​Accurately input and validate critical supply chain data in various systems, ensuring completeness and accuracy to support downstream processes.​ 

• ​​Document master data management procedures, guidelines, and best practices to ensure a consistent and standardized approach across the supply chain function.​ 

• ​​Collaborate with teams including procurement, logistics, planning, and finance to understand data requirements and ensure accurate data flow across the supply chain lifecycle.​ 

• ​​Investigate and resolve data-related issues and inquiries from internal and external stakeholders, ensuring timely and effective solutions.​ 

• ​​Provide training and support to junior data specialists and end-users to promote data management best practices and ensure consistent data entry and maintenance.​ 

• ​​Proactively identify opportunities to enhance data management processes and contribute to the development and implementation of improvement initiatives.​ 

MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

License/Registration/Certification Required: ​ ​Certified Materials and Resource Professional (CMRP) preferred​ 

Education Required: ​ ​​Bachelor’s degree in healthcare administration, supply chain or finance required or 3 years of direct relevant work experience in healthcare supply chain will be considered in lieu of a degree​​.  Experience in healthcare field can be used in lieu of degree within noted field of study.​  

Experience Required: Typically requires three years’ experience working in contracting, group purchasing organization, procurement, or supply chain in a healthcare setting. Non-healthcare industry experience will be considered in lieu of direct healthcare experience. Prior experience in a leadership or managerial role strongly preferred. 

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED

• ​​Ability to manipulate and maintain key master data within common ERP platforms.​  

• ​​Strong Excel skills for manipulation of data and preparation of uploads.​ 

• ​​Able to communicate complex ideas to a variety of stakeholders.​ 

• ​​Some understanding of relational databases.​ 

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING CONDITIONS

• ​​​ ​​​This position requires limited travel, therefore, will be exposed to weather and road conditions. ​​ 

• ​​Operates all equipment necessary to perform the job.​ 

• ​​Exposed to a normal office environment.​ 

This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties.

Pay Range

Our Commitment to You:

Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more – so you can live fully at and away from work, including:

Compensation

• Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training
• Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job
• Incentive pay for select positions
• Opportunity for annual increases based on performance

Benefits and more

• Paid Time Off programs
• Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
• Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
• Educational Assistance Program