SCO Item Master Specialist

Overview At SCA Health, we believe health care is about people – the patients we serve, the physicians we support and the teammates who push us forward. Behind every successful facility, procedure or innovation is a team of 15,+ professionals working together, learning from each other and living out the mission, vision and values that define our organization. As part of Optum, SCA Health is redefining specialty care by developing more accessible, patient-centered practice solutions for a network of more than ambulatory surgical centers, over specialty physician practice clinics and numerous labs and surgical hospitals. Our work spans a broad spectrum of services, all designed to support physicians, health systems and employers in delivering efficient, value-based care to patients without compromising quality or autonomy. What sets SCA Health apart isn’t just what we do, it’s how we do it. Each decision we make is rooted in seven core values: Clinical quality Integrity Service excellence Teamwork Accountability Continuous improvement Inclusion Our values aren’t empty words – they inform our attitudes, actions and culture. At SCA Health, your work directly impacts patients, physicians and communities. Here, you’ll find opportunities to build your career alongside a team that values your expertise, invests in your success, and shares a common mission to care for patients, serve physicians and improve health care in America. At SCA Health, we offer a comprehensive benefits package to support your health, well-being, and financial future. Our offerings include medical, dental, and vision coverage, k plan with company match, paid time off, life and disability insurance, and more. Click here to learn more about our benefits. Your ideas should inspire change. If you join our team, they will. Responsibilities The Supply Chain Item Master Specialist is responsible for the accurate creation, and maintenance of the item master data within the procurement system. This role ensures that item records are complete and standardized. This role will also collaborate closely with the suppliers as well as the clinical and purchasing teams to ensure products are appropriately reflected in the system and readily available to our centers across the enterprise. The successful candidate will have a solid background in project management and extensive training experience. Additionally, the candidate must be results oriented, analytical, versatile, and motivated with sound judgment and excellent communication skills. Responsibilities: Maintain Accurate Item Master Data - Create, update, and manage item records within the procurement system, ensuring accurate descriptions, units of measure (UOM), vendor information, pricing, and classifications for medical/surgical supplies, pharmaceuticals, and capital equipment. Data Quality and Integrity – Assist in routine audits to identify and correct duplicate, inactive, or outdated records. Validate and enrich item data using manufacturer catalogs, GPOs, and industry standards (e.g., UNSPSC, GTIN) Price and Contract Validation - Ensure that item pricing aligns with contracts and agreements with suppliers and Group Purchasing Organizations (GPOs). Coordinate with sourcing to ensure cost accuracy and contract compliance. Product Conversions - Support product conversions by updating item records, mapping cross references to ensure smooth transitions. Qualifications Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Healthcare Administration, Supply Chain Management, Business, or a related field preferred. Minimum of 2 years of experience in item master data management within a healthcare setting (hospital, health system, IDN, or medical supply distributor) preferred Experience working with medical/surgical supplies, pharmaceuticals, or capital equipment preferred. Proficient in Microsoft Excel (including formulas, VLOOKUPs, and PivotTables) and other data analysis tools. Working knowledge of item classification systems such as UNSPSC, GTIN, and manufacturer part numbers. Experience with data quality management, data cleansing, and auditing techniques. Comfortable navigating vendor catalogs, GPO databases, and regulatory data sources. Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and data integrity. Excellent communication and collaboration skills to work effectively with clinical teams, supply chain, finance, and external vendors. Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities. Ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced healthcare environment. USD $70,.00/Yr. USD $75,.00/Yr.