Lead Director, Clinical Operations - Materials, Services, and Asset Management

Lead Director, Clinical Operations - Materials, Services, and Asset Management

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At CVS Health, we’re building a world of health around every consumer and surrounding ourselves with dedicated colleagues who are passionate about transforming health care.

As the nation’s leading health solutions company, we reach millions of Americans through our local presence, digital channels and more than 300,000 purpose‑driven colleagues – caring for people where, when and how they choose in a way that is uniquely more connected, more convenient and more compassionate. And we do it all with heart, each and every day.

Role Description

The Lead Director of Clinical Operations – Materials, Services & Asset Management is responsible for the strategic and tactical leadership of medical supply chain operations, centralized transportation & other patient services, and asset lifecycle management across the organization. This role provides functional oversight of a critical sub‑function within Clinical Operations, ensuring the availability, quality, and cost‑effectiveness of medical supplies, equipment, vehicles, and waste management services that directly support patient care delivery. This leader will guide a team of 3–5 direct reports and influence cross‑functional stakeholders to drive operational excellence, compliance, and innovation. The role is accountable for achieving financial targets, optimizing vendor relationships, and implementing scalable systems and processes that support organizational growth.

Core Responsibilities

• Develop and execute short and long‑term strategies for materials and asset management, aligned with organizational goals and growth plans.
• Lead the planning, procurement, distribution, and quality control of medical supplies, equipment, and vehicle assets. Ensure operational continuity and readiness across all clinical sites.
• Oversee the implementation and optimization of inventory and fleet management systems to improve visibility, reduce waste, and enhance service delivery.
• Direct centralized transportation operations, including fleet safety, compliance, and cost control. Identify opportunities for service innovation and efficiency.
• Establish and maintain strategic partnerships with suppliers and the Group Purchasing Organization (GPO). Lead contract negotiations and performance reviews to ensure service level adherence and cost efficiency.
• Oversee the supplier and workflows associated with waste management services, ensuring the organization is delivering services that are compliant to local and federal regulations.
• Ensure adherence to regulatory, safety, and environmental standards. Partner with internal compliance and safety teams to proactively manage risk.
• Identify and implement emerging technologies, tools, and best practices to enhance materials and asset management capabilities.
• Partner with clinical, compliance, lab operations, and facilities teams to support the introduction of new equipment, devices, and services.
• Analyze operational data to identify trends, forecast needs, and inform strategic decisions.
• Direct the coordination of equipment maintenance and management, including equipment calibration, replacement, and performance monitoring in coordination with the Facilities department.
• Other duties as assigned

What are we looking for?

What does being Oaky look like?

Why Oak Street Health?

Oak Street Health is on a mission to rebuild healthcare as it should be, providing personalized primary care for older adults on Medicare, with the goal of keeping patients healthy and living life to the fullest. Our innovative care model is centered right in our patient communities, and focused on the quality of care over volume of services. We’re an organization on the move! With over 200+ locations and an ambitious growth trajectory, Oak Street Health is attracting and cultivating team members who embody Oaky values and passion for our mission.

Oak Street Health Benefits

Equal Opportunity Employer

Oak Street Health is an equal opportunity employer. We embrace diversity and encourage all interested readers to apply.

Learn more at www.oakstreethealth.com / diversity-equity-and-inclusion-at-oak-street-health

Pay Range

The Typical Pay Range For This Role Is $100,000.00 - $231,540.00

This pay range represents the base hourly rate or base annual full‑time salary for all positions in the job grade within which this position falls. The actual base salary offer will depend on a variety of factors including experience, education, geography and other relevant factors. This position is eligible for a CVS Health bonus, commission or short‑term incentive program in addition to the base pay range listed above. This position also includes an award target in the company’s equity award program.

Additional Benefits

We take pride in our comprehensive and competitive mix of pay and benefits – investing in the physical, emotional and financial wellness of our colleagues and their families to help them be the healthiest they can be. In addition to our competitive wages, our great benefits include :

For more information, visit https : / / jobs.cvshealth.com / us / en / benefits

Application Window

We anticipate the application window for this opening will close on : 12 / 31 / 2025

Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with all federal, state and local laws.

Seniority level

Director

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Research, Analyst, and Information Technology

Industries

Hospitals and Health Care

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