Supply Chain Team Lead

Work Arrangement: 

Requisition Number:  273469

Regular or Temporary:  Regular

Location: 

Durham, NC, US, 27710

Personnel Area:  DUKE HOSPITAL

Date:  Aug 14, 2026

At Duke Health, we're driven by a commitment to compassionate care that changes the lives of patients, their loved ones, and the greater community. No matter where your talents lie, join us and discover how we can advance health together.

About Duke University Hospital

Pursue your passion for caring with Duke University Hospital in Durham, North Carolina, which is consistently ranked among the best in the United States. The largest of the four Duke Healthhospitals with 1062 patient beds, it features comprehensive diagnostic and therapeutic facilities, including a regional emergency/trauma center, an endo-surgery center, and more.

Location:

• Duke University Hospital, 2301 Erwin Rd, Durham, NC 27710

Working schedule:

• 6:00pm-6:00am
• Friday-Sunday

Occupational Summary

Directly responsible for leading all day-to-day activities of the Supply Chain Associates (levels 1 & 2). This includes process improvements, relationship building, establishing and monitoring performance expectations, and maintaining morale.

Work Performed

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Must have the ability to exert 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. In this particular job the exertional requirements to push/pull the unloaded and loaded supply carts with the duty requiring up to 100 pounds of exertional force daily. Reaching, lifting, stooping and bending are frequent in daily duties. Ability to introduce change and implement new programs. Possess a sense of urgency and a proactive, customer based philosophy. Possess good interpersonal skills and the ability to foster/build relationships. Ability to be sensitive to the needs of customers through the practice of quality service principles. Possess excellent oral and written communication skills. Possess knowledge of automated materials management functions. Ability to lead by example.

Level Characteristics

Must have the ability to exert 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. In this particular job the exertional requirements to push/pull the unloaded and loaded supply carts with the duty requiring up to 100 pounds of exertional force daily. Reaching, lifting, stooping and bending are frequent in daily duties. Ability to introduce change and implement new programs. Possess a sense of urgency and a proactive, customer based philosophy. Possess good interpersonal skills and the ability to foster/build relationships. Ability to be sensitive to the needs of customers through the practice of quality service principles. Possess excellent oral and written communication skills. Possess knowledge of automated materials management functions. Ability to lead by example.

Minimum Qualifications

Education

HS Diploma/G.E.D. required Postsecondary education in logistics, supply chain, business, accounting, finance, or other related field preferred, but not required.

Experience

At least 3 years of experiencein distribution, warehousing, shipping, receiving, logistics, material handling, customer service, inventory control or other comparable service line required. Experience leading, supervising and/or mentoring staff highly preferred, but not required Postsecondary education in logistics, supply chain, business, accounting, finance, or other related field could offset the experience requirement (one year of relevant education = one year of relevant experience).

Degrees, Licensures, Certifications

Valid Driver's License - may be required

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Essential Physical Job Functions:

Certain jobs at Duke University and Duke University Health System may include essential job functions that require specific physical and/or mental abilities. Additional information and provision for requests for reasonable accommodation will be provided by each hiring department.

Nearest Major Market: Durham
Nearest Secondary Market: Raleigh

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