Materials Management Supervisor

Brigham and Women's Hospital
United States, Massachusetts, Boston
45 Francis Street (Show on map)
Sep 10, 2025
We're seeking a detail-oriented and strategic Materials Management Supervisor to oversee the procurement of raw materials and supplies, ensuring optimal inventory levels and timely deliveries. This role is key to maintaining supplier relationships, negotiating contracts, and driving continuous improvement in sourcing and inventory practices. You'll lead a dedicated team, manage forecasting and planning, and ensure compliance with company standards-all without direct patient care responsibilities. Education Bachelor's Degree Materials Engineering required Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? Yes Experience Directly related experience 5-7 years required experience in a supervisory role 2-3 years preferred. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities - Ability to lead team members. - Customer service-oriented. - Familiarity with supply chain and inventory management systems. - Knowledgeable of forecasting and budgeting. - Ability to solve problems swiftly. - Excellent organizational and leadership skills. - Proficient in Microsoft Office In depth knowledge of supply chain and inventory management systems. - Hands on experience with forecasting and budgeting. - Excellent organizational and time management skills. - Analytical thinking with problem solving aptitude. - Outstanding communication and leadership skills. 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%) The Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc. 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.