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Supervisor, SCM Operations

UPMC

Pittsburgh, PA$52.8k – $91.2k/yrPosted May 15, 2026via UPMC Careers

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• Competitive pay 

• Tuition reimbursement 

• Opportunities to grow in your career at UPMC 

UPMC is looking for a Supervisor to support Supply Chain Management Operations at the Oakland campus.

This position works Monday- Friday, 3:00p-11:00p with weekends required as needed. 

The position could involve work between multiple facilities on the Oakland campus.

Purpose:
The Central Service Supervisor supervises the Central Service function. Responsible for operations, quality of service provided, employee development, operating and capital budget accountability, and short/long-term planning. Prepares, maintains, and reprocesses sterile supplies and equipment.
Responsibilities:

  • Recommend interdepartmental and department policies and procedures on operations in areas of responsibility.
  • Maintain a positive attitude during interactions with all hospital personnel, patients, and visitors.
  • Monitor the completion of employee time cards and associated documentation.
  • Maintain Operating Room linen within Central Service and deliver these linens along with O.R. basins to the O.R. as requested each day.
  • Implement and maintain accurate position descriptions and performance standards for all subordinates; review job performance of each subordinate on an annual or as required basis and make recommendations to Manager concerning potential merit increments.
  • Ensure all personnel are aware of hospital policies and procedures; enact disciplinary procedures when appropriate.
  • Maintain accurate tracking system for all utilized equipment.
  • Implement and interpret monthly activity data for Central Sterile functions; data highlights departmental performances, pinpoints problems, develops alternatives, and advises on significant trends.
  • Serve as Central Service representative to the hospital user groups for all operations- related issues, including purchasing/rental issues and financial issues to ensure proper levels of service satisfaction.
  • Repair all non-operational equipment immediately upon arrival into the department.
  • Perform pick-ups of all soiled items, including lab glassware, general medical/surgical supplies, and equipment from the patient units for reprocessing.
  • Select, evaluate, develop, motivate, and counsel subordinates.
  • Clean and prepare all items for reprocessing.
  • Assist in development and monitoring of operating and capital budgets in all areas of responsibility; prepare monthly budget variance reports which examine budgeted versus actual expenditures.
  • Responsible for the batching/preparation of all unit charges and equipment vouchers daily.
  • Make equipment rounds continuously per shift and deliver all serviced equipment to the Distribution Center.
  • Keep the department in a clean and organized fashion, while following the appropriate aseptic techniques at all times.
  • Maintain an awareness of any change in departmental procedures and policies.
  • Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, Supply Chain Management or related field and 1 years of related work experience required.
    • Or Equivalent Education & Experience
  • Supervisory experienced preferred
    Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:
     
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