Primary Function/General Purpose of Position
Responsible for supply inventory management and using financial analysis to monitor and improve processes at assigned site. Manages specialized medical supply inventories, stock locations, and receiving processes. Controls specialized and high dollar implants and supplies. Maintains key documentation and records. Leads special projects within the Supply Chain departments. Designs, maintains orderliness and cleanliness of stock locations. Leads stock inventories. Performs research and resolves recalls. Onboards, mentors, and trains associates.
Essential Job Functions
Manages specialized medical supply par locations, inventories, and implants; creates and designs new par locations and adjusts items and inventory levels per utilization analysisResponsible for inventory management program including inventory turns, excess, stock rotation and expiration date managementManages consignment inventory programs and compliance documentationSubmits purchase and bill-only requisitions in compliance with cost accounting and contract compliance policiesConducts research Purchase Order statuses and resolves perpetual inventory item issuesManages overnight, backorders, and stock out requests at the needs of the department and communicates impact to department leadersArranges critical expediting transportation needs to support patient careReconciles and remedies shipping errors and incorrectly shipped productInvestigates applicability of product recalls, pulls affected equipment / supplies, and maintains product recall system records accuratelyLeads or participates in continuous process improvement initiatives for supply chain departmentOnboards new associates; mentors less experienced associates; trains non-Supply Chain associates on enterprise resource planning (ERP) and other Supply Chain processesThis document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as required by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.
Licensing/Certification
Valid driver’s license and satisfactory driving record (required)
Education
High School diploma or GED (required)
Bachelor’s degree (preferred)
Work Experience
1 year experience in inventory management or supply chain function (required)
2 years in medical Supply Chain operations (preferred)
Lean, 5S, Continuous Improvement experience (required)
Training
None
Language
None
Patient Population
Not applicable to this position
Working Conditions
Periods of high stress and fluctuating workloads may occur.
Long-distance or air travel as needed- not to exceed 10% travel.
General office environment.
May be exposed to adverse weather conditions; cold, hot, dust, wind, etc.
May have periods of constant interruptions.
Required to car travel to off-site locations, occasionally in adverse weather conditions.
Physical Requirements
Physical Demands
Frequency 0% 1-33% 34-66% 67-100%
Lifting/ Carrying (0-50 lbs.) X
Lifting/ Carrying (50-100 lbs.) X
Push/ Pull (0-50 lbs.) X
Push/ Pull (50-100 lbs.) X
Stoop, Kneel X
Crawling X
Climbing X
Balance X
Bending X
Work Position
Frequency 0% 1-33% 34-66% 67-100%
Sitting X
Walking X
Standing X
Additional Physical Requirements/Hazards
Physical Requirements
Manual dexterity (eye/hand coordination)
Perform shift work
Hear alarms/telephone/audio recordings
Reach above shoulder
Repetitive arm/hand movements
Finger Dexterity
Color Vision
Acuity – far
Acuity – near
Hazards
Depth perception
Use of Latex products
Exposure to toxic/caustic/chemicals/detergents
Exposure to moving mechanical parts
Exposure to dust/fumes
Skills
Attention to detail
Critical thinking
Communication
Teamwork
Conflict resolution
Active listening
Relationship building
Lean methodologies
5S Programs
Continuous Improvement Process
Data entry
Resource utilization
Safety standards
Supply inventory
Supply chain
Financial management
Enterprise resource management
Project management
Purchase orders
Leadership
Many of our opportunities reward* your hard work with:Comprehensive, affordable medical, dental and vision plans
Prescription drug coverage
Flexible spending accounts
Life insurance w/AD&D
Employer contributions to retirement savings plan when eligible
Paid time off
Educational Assistance
And much more
*Benefits offerings vary according to employment status
All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you'd like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health – Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours – Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employers, please email recruitment@mercy.com. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at recruitment@mercy.com