Assistant Director, Supply Chain Operations & Transformation

About the job

Be a part of a world-class academic healthcare system, UChicago Medicine, as an Assistant Director of Supply Chain Operations & Transformation at our Hyde Park Location. You will need to be based in the greater Chicagoland area.

The Assistant Director of Supply Chain Operations and Transformation will report directly to the Director of Supply Chain Operations and Logistics. This position assumes responsibility of process redesign throughout all areas of the supply chain. Using Lean Management tools, this position will lead teams in the areas of process redesign, implementation of JIT, logistics assessments and pull system (kanban) implementation. This position also assumes day to day responsibility of designated supply chain operational areas to ensure clinical supply needs are being met.

Essential Job Functions

• Works with nurses, physicians and other UCMC staff to ensure departmental supply needs are met. Leads in the implementation of Lean practices including 3P, 5S, pull system, Key Performance Indicators (KPI) and Managing for Daily Improvement (MDI).
• Develops strategies to ensure daily supply while reducing operational costs. Develops and leads implementation of strategic process improvements within the supply chain.
• Reviews, monitors, and documents employee performance, attendance and behavior. Creates an environment that fosters employee satisfaction. Responsible for establishing and ensuring compliance with all Supply Chain policies and procedures. Leads and teaches staff in Lean methods.
• Prepares yearly budget for area managed.  Assists with capital development planning.
• Manages projects within supply chain to set and measure goals/metrics that relate to the project.
• Analyzes supply chain computer and software systems to ensure maximum benefit is obtained. Works with director to identify new technologies to enhance the supply chain process. Manages end user training on specific Supply Chain Inventory systems.
• Demonstrates ability to collect, analyze and communicate business data. Lead work teams in data analysis and be able to clearly identify the operational and financial impacts of change.
• Performs other duties assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, project management, business or healthcare management required.  Master’s preferred.
• Typically requires a minimum of five (5) years of previous job-related experience.  Prefer a minimum of ten (10) years of experience.
• Typically requires a minimum of five (5) years previous lean management/six sigma experience.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Word and Project Management software skills required.
• Ability to analyze and interpret data, compile complex reports and develop presentations.
• Ability to communicate verbally.
• Ability to deal in stressful situations and deal calmly and courteously with people.
• Ability to manage complex projects and lead work teams.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.

Position Details

• Job Type/FTE:  Full Time (1.00 FTE)
• Shift: Days
• Location: UChicago Main Campus, Hyde Park, IL
• Unit/Department: Supply Chain Operations
• CBA Code: Non-Union

About Us

We’ve been at the forefront of medicine since 1899. We provide superior healthcare with compassion, always mindful that each patient is a person, an individual. To accomplish this, we need employees with passion, talent and commitment… with patients and with each other. We’re in this together: working to advance medical innovation, serve the health needs of the community, and move our collective knowledge forward. If you’d like to add enriching human life to your profile, UChicago Medicine is for you. Here at the forefront, we’re doing work that really matters. Join us. Bring your passion.

*UChicago Medicine is growing; discover how you can be a part of this pursuit of excellence at: *UChicago Medicine Career Opportunities

UChicago Medicine is an equal opportunity employer.  We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, civil union status, parental status, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status and other legally protected characteristics.

As a condition of employment, all employees are required to complete a pre-employment physical, background check, drug screening, and comply with the flu vaccination requirements prior to hire. Medical and religious exemptions will be considered for flu vaccination consistent with applicable law.

Compensation & Benefits Overview

UChicago Medicine is committed to transparency in compensation and benefits.  The pay range provided reflects the anticipated wage or salary reasonably expected to be offered for the position.

The pay range is based on a full-time equivalent (1.0 FTE) and is reflective of current market data, reviewed on an annual basis. Compensation offered at the time of hire will vary based on candidate qualifications and experience and organizational considerations, such as internal equity. Pay ranges for employees subject to Collective Bargaining Agreements are negotiated by the medical center and their respective union.

Review the full complement of benefit options for eligible roles at Benefits - UChicago Medicine.

Additional Information

• Job Identification: 6509
• Job Category: Operations
• Posting Date: 2026-10-21
• Job Schedule: Full time
• Locations: 5841 S Maryland Ave, Chicago, IL, 60637, US ()
• Work Location Type: Flexible
• Shift: Day
• Position Type: FR
• Min Salary: 152,100.00
• Max Salary: 177,500.00
• FTE: 1.0
• Working Hours: 40