Inventory Specialist Jobs

Scope

Accountable for the day to day management of assigned department or clinical program inventory.

Job Essentials

1. Performs inventory control on stock and non-stock items (e.g., sets par levels, identifies and adjusts to trends) for assigned units. Keeps supplies binned and organized. Acts as liaison between Supply Chain and assigned department, facility, or clinical program.
2. Orders and delivers supplies for assigned department, facility, or clinical program using appropriate technology, systems, and suppliers.
3. Processes all applicable documents (e.g., freight bill, bill of lading, packing slips, other documents relevant to receiving or shipping) according to Intermountain policy and procedure to ensure prompt and correct computer input and filing.
4. Communicates information concerning supply levels, new products, standardization, and implementation to the relevant department staff. Troubleshoots issues for problem resolution.
5. Restocks supplies in identified storage locations. Considers shelf life (product rotation) and the configuration and maintenance of par cart areas. Storage of supplies must meet regulatory requirements. Ensures all temperature sensitive products are stored appropriately and delivered according to manufacturer and facility policy. Accesses inventory areas to maintain and complete daily replenishment and inventory duties. Complies with the established storage and control requirements in the facility for USP labeled products.
6. Monitors quantity on hand issues reconciling and solves any discrepancies.
7. Utilizes the SCIS system ensuring distribution, inventory, receiving, departmental files, and reports are managed in accordance with Auditing, Accounting, and other regulatory agencies.
8. Ensures compliance to policy and standard operating procedures.
9. Researches and resolves SCIS related problems for assigned inventories and coordinates with appropriate stakeholders or clinical program and SCO Business Applications Team.
10. Reviews daily, weekly, and monthly reports for assigned locations.
11. Assists with and oversees inventory management processes (e.g., cycle counting, PDA Relief inventory process) for assigned areas.
12. Supports Intermountain Healthcare's Supplier Standards.
13. Understands and applies appropriate Supply Chain standard operating procedures.
14. Clean, track, and test patient mobile medical equipment



Minimum Qualifications
*Some roles may require certification.

• Demonstrated ability to understand and speak English clearly, follow verbal and written instructions, and understand customer communications.
• Demonstrated ability to use a pallet jack and other materials handling equipment (e.g., hand truck, carts).
• Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Experience using basic word processing, spreadsheets, internet, e-mail, and scheduling applications.
• Experience in a role requiring strong attention to detail, accuracy, and dependability.
• Some roles may require a current food handler's permit.
• Demonstrated ability to visually inspect boxes, packing slips, computed reports, and like objects.
• Demonstrated ability to use a pallet jack and other materials handling equipment, e.g. hand truck, carts, etc.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in a role working with healthcare supplies.
• One year of healthcare related distribution experience.