Operations Analyst

Introduction:

HCF believes each employee makes a significant contribution to the quality of life of our residents and the success of the organization.  Employee contributions are not limited by assigned job responsibilities.  Therefore, this job description is designed to outline essential functions, qualifications, and job scope, but not limit the employee to the responsibilities identified.  It is HCF's expectation that everyone will be flexible in offering their services to ensure the highest quality care for our residents.

Position Summary: 

The Operations Analyst assists in managing the procurement and purchasing of operations related items throughout the organization and provides operational data analysis to assist in strategic operational decision making.    

Essential Functions:

• Because HCF exists to care for our residents, regular attendance and punctuality are essential to provide quality care.
• Commitment to HCF Family of Companies Vision, Values, and Purpose 
• Must be in good physical condition as the position requires the ability to stand on one's feet throughout the day, as well as, push, pull, move and/or lift repetitively a minimum of 10 pounds up to greater than 50 pounds occasionally. 
• Must be able to complete performance requirements independently while using good judgment as well as can harmoniously work with others.
• Leadership ability to act and achieve results through others.
• Willingness to expand personal knowledge of procurement and operational systems.
• Must be able to read, write and understand the English language.

Position Responsibilities:

• Assists in managing and auditing HCF's Procure Advantage products and processes.
• Ensures proper operational follow through, implementation, and use of new or changing products or services across the organization.    
• Conducts preliminary contract review and/or negotiations with respect to products and services utilized across the organization.  
• Works closely with the accounting team to help improve Procurement processes and ensure proper payment and billing occurs. 
• Improves and expands the use of eProcurement and AP Automation solutions software, Procurement Partners.
• Develops purchasing formularies within Procurement Partners.
• Provides purchasing support to all HCF's divisions/locations.
• Conducts data analysis to identify and recommend operational opportunities to improve services and reduce costs related to varying products and services. 
• Compiles information and maintains ongoing data to assist operations with ACO and other credentialing body requests for information.
• Develops an industry trends database to assist in operational decision making.
• Maintains and analyzes operational spreadsheets/quality scorecards.
• Analyzes and/or establishes systems for special operational projects. 
• Conducts data and "what if" analyses of facility key operational metrics.
• Analyzes and maintains cost report data, trends, etc.
• Assumes responsibility for maintaining his/her professional competence.  
• All other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Bachelor's Degree in Purchasing, Supply Chain Management, or Accounting or related field preferred. 
• Relevant work experience will be considered. 
• Exceptional Microsoft Excel skills with the ability to use pivot tables and other advanced Excel features.
• SQL knowledge a plus.
• Current, unrestricted driver's license required.