Executive Director, Supply Chain Operations

Executive Director, Supply Chain Operations – Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. This position is responsible for directing and managing CCAD’s supply chain management function

JOB SUMMARY

This position is responsible for directing and managing CCAD’s supply chain management function, which includes the daily operations and all strategic initiatives tied to supply chain compliance, policies and procedures, contract management and systems and applications.

Executive Director, Supply Chain Operations – Abu Dhabi, UAE

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

–     Scope of responsibility includes but is not limited to warehouse management, logistics, procurement, surgical / procedural supply inventory, inpatient, outpatient, contracting (clinical and non-clinical)

–     Leads all CCAD’s supply chain functions to ensure patient safety and critical business continuity functions. Establishes objectives and directs all sourcing, procurement and spend analysis activities to CCAD. Ensures Item master integrity

–     Provides leadership and direction to all procurement committees including new supplies, capex, pharmaceuticals, and services

–     Executive Director, Supply Chain Operations. Manages the relationship with CCAD’s sister medical assets with regard to integration of supply chain processes where appropriate

–     Manages the supplier contract management department, which includes responsibility for all contract management, tracking and compliance

–     Manages CCAD’s compliance with supply chain policies set forth by the Cleveland Clinic Enterprise by championing communications, performance measurements and tracking metrics across the organization

–     Manages supply chain applications, which includes responsibility for system maintenance, development and training

–     Executive Director, Supply Chain Operations. Oversees supply chain financial analysis, compliance and performance metrics

–     Develops strategies for optimized supply chain programs based on demand analysis.

–     Initiates supplier productivity/development programs, based on lean and six-sigma, to drive best-in-class results

–     Leads the definition of common supply chain processes, standards, guidelines and policy compliance requirements

–     Ensures the development of consistent supply chain systems, technology and e-commerce tools in collaboration with the Cleveland Clinic Enterprise

–     Executive Director, Supply Chain Operations. Drives best practices based on internal and external benchmarking

Leads all supply chain implementations and various CCAD strategic projects

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

–     Minimum of fifteen (15) years of functional experience with a focus on process excellence and results delivery is required

–     Minimum of five (5) years of direct supply chain  management experience as a Director/Sr. Manager level is required

–     Six-sigma, lean and/or global experience is required

–     Executive Director, Supply Chain Operations. Demonstrated ability to lead cross functional teams and drive projects to completion

–     Strong leadership and analytical skills

–     Strong oral and written communication skills

–     Ability to speak and write in English is required

–     Ability to speak and write in both English and Arabic is preferred

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

–     Bachelor’s degree in Management or Business Administration, or related field, is required

–     Master’s degree in Business Administration, or related field, is preferred