Strategic Sourcing - Perioperative Supply Chain Specialist

Perioperative Supply Chain Specialist (12-month Contract Part time)

Mohawk Medbuy Corporation (MMC) is a national, not-for-profit, shared services organization that supports hundreds of health care providers across Canada, as well as child welfare agencies and other public sector organizations. MMC provides value-driven contracting and procurement solutions for medical/surgical supplies, pharmaceutical products, local sourcing, capital (equipment, FF&E and redevelopment) and nutrition solutions. Other services include data analytics, in-hospital support, warehousing/logistics, technology, procure-to-pay, and accounts payable.

With an emerging focus on sustainability and reconciliation with Indigenous Peoples, MMC is actively supporting the creation of a resilient value chain that incorporates environmental, social and governance best practices. Based in Burlington, ON, the organization also has offices in Toronto, Thunder Bay, Kingston, Brantford, London and Chatham, and a distribution centre in Oakville.

We are currently recruiting for a 12 month contract part-time Perioperative Supply Chain Specialist to support our Strategic Sourcing team. This position would require the individual to be onsite between Chatham-Kent Health Alliance and Bluewater Health for a minimum of 5 shifts every 2 weeks.

Working collaboratively with the Operating Room team, Physicians, Stores, Medical Device Reprocessing Departments, and MMC Supply Chain Division, the Perioperative Supply Chain Specialist has responsibility for planning, procurement, coordination, implementation and evaluation of all supply chain processes and services within the surgical services department. Data collection, analysis and presentation of utilization data for the purposes of service improvement and efficiencies and subsequent implementation of improvements.

Utilization of cost accounting principles for cost management of processes, equipment and products. Capital asset evaluation and procurement in alignment with Broader Public Sector Procurement Directives and applicable trade legislation.

• Assists the Strategic Sourcing Specialist in the management of Operating Room contracts, including: stakeholder engagement, facilitation of product trials and participation on evaluation committees, related to internal Mohawk Medbuy Corporation and GPO/SSO contracts.
• Coordinates with the Strategic Sourcing Specialist on product conversions related to OR contracts; works with the Data team to ensure item master file data integrity for all item changes and updates.
• Places orders required, utilizing computerized software for the daily operation of the OR including performing duties such as receiving stock requisitions, sourcing suppliers, negotiating price, follow up on backordered products and co-coordinating delivery, RGM and loaner equipment.
• Reviews GHX system to ensure seamless procurement and resolves discrepancies.
• Identifies and maintains, cost containment, supply optimization and reduction initiatives in alignment with Mohawk Medbuy Corporation and hospital goals and objectives.
• Acts as a resource to provide information to a variety of internal and external clients on OR procedures and collaborates with OR staff on problems with materials and/or services.
• Works collaboratively with, provides guidance, and assists in-Hospital Supervisor/Lead Hand, Stores staff and Bio Med Department. Liaise with Medical Device Reprocessing Department and Stores for the efficient and quality exchange of supplies/equipment to maintain appropriate inventory levels.
• Works collaboratively with the perioperative team and OR staff to review supply/equipment requirements for the surgical services.
• Works collaboratively with…