
▷ (Urgent) Head of Procurement & Supply Chain - UPMC Ireland
2 days ago
Overview
Overview Of Role
The Head of Procurement and Supply Chain is responsible for leading and managing the end-to-end procurement, logistics, and supply chain operations across a multi-site healthcare network, including hospitals, outreach centres, and clinics. This key role ensures that all facilities within the network are supplied with the right materials, equipment, and services at the right time, quality, and cost, in alignment with clinical needs and organizational goals. The role will drive standardisation, cost efficiency, and supply chain resilience across the network.
Primary Duties And Responsibilities
Develop and implement a centralized procurement and supply chain strategy across the healthcare network.
Oversee group-wide sourcing, contracting, and vendor management to leverage economies of scale.
Standardise procurement policies, processes, and inventory systems across all facilities.
Establish and manage efficient warehousing, distribution, and last-mile delivery to hospitals and outreach centres.
Ensure uninterrupted supply of critical items including, medical devices, PPE, and consumables.
Collaborate with clinical, finance, and operational leaders across sites to align supply chain efforts with patient care requirements.
Drive digital transformation of procurement and inventory management systems, including EMR integration.
Implement risk management strategies and contingency plans to mitigate supply disruptions.
Lead supplier evaluation, contract negotiation, and compliance with regulatory standards and ethical sourcing policies.
Manage a geographically dispersed team and build capabilities across the function.
Monitor and report on key performance indicators (KPIs) including service levels, costs, stockouts, and supplier performance.
Qualifications & Experience
Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management , Logistics , Business Administration , or a related field.
Master’s degree or professional certifications ( CIPS , CPSM , CSCP ) strongly preferred.
Experience
10+ years of supply chain and procurement experience, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role. Experience overseeing procurement operations across multiple healthcare facilities or within a health system is essential. Proven success in leading transformation projects, cost-saving programs, and supplier consolidation initiatives.
Skills
Strategic leadership and operational execution in complex, multi-site environments.
Deep understanding of healthcare procurement regulations, medical product categories, and quality standards.
Strong negotiation , stakeholder management, and vendor performance management skills.
Proficiency with EMR systems and supply chain analytics tools.
Change management and cross-functional collaboration capabilities.
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
Procurement cost savings and ROI
Inventory accuracy and turnover across sites
Fill rate and stockout incidents by location
Supplier performance (on-time delivery, compliance, responsiveness)
Network-wide standardization and compliance with procurement policies
Work Environment
Corporate or head office setting with frequent travel to hospitals and outreach centres. Occasional off-hours work during major transitions such as supplier changes or emergencies.
Equal Opportunity Statement And Benefits
UPMC is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
At UPMC we provide a total rewards program that is not only market competitive, but fair and provides growth opportunities for all our colleagues.
Compensation – Competitive pay for the work employees do – base pay, performance related pay and premium pay where applicable.
Benefits – Fully paid maternity and paternity leave for new parents. Competitive Pension Plan, company funded Death in Service Benefit x 3 times. Critical Illness cover for all employees up to the age of 66.
Performance and Recognition – Rewards for performance that supports the goals and mission of UPMC through our annual ACES programme.
Work-Life Balance – Enhanced annual leave up to a maximum of 27 days. Flexible working opportunities to support you to work around external family commitments.
Development and Career Opportunities – Opportunities for each employee to reach their career goals through continued learning and/or advancement.
About UPMC
UPMC is a renowned multinational academic medical centre committed to delivering people-focused care that’s close to home. Headquartered in Pittsburgh and affiliated with the University of Pittsburgh Schools of the Health Sciences, UPMC shapes the future of health through clinical and technological innovation, research and education. UPMC expands its expertise globally, bringing world-class care across continents through its UPMC International division — an owned and operated network of hospitals and ambulatory care centres in Italy, Ireland and Croatia. UPMC International brings new access to the signature specialty services of UPMC Hillman Cancer Centre, UPMC Sports Medicine and others to more people in more places around the world. In Ireland UPMC has provided high-quality healthcare in the South East since 2006. UPMC’s operations in Ireland now include UPMC Whitfield Hospital in Waterford, UPMC Sports Surgery Clinic in Dublin, UPMC Kildare Hospital in Clane, and UPMC Aut Even Hospital in Kilkenny. Outpatient care is available at the UPMC Carlow Outreach Centre, UPMC Hillman Cancer Centre radiotherapy locations in Waterford and Cork, UPMC The 4th Practice in Mallow, and across UPMC Sports Medicine Clinics in Dublin, Waterford, Limerick, Tipperary, Cork, and Mayo. UPMC has also established a nationwide Concussion Network. UPMC's Global Technology Operation Centre is based in Kilkenny.
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