Inventory Coordinator

Department:

11498 Enterprise Corporate - Supply Chain: Operations Christ Hospital and Medical Center

Status:

Full time

Benefits Eligible:

Yes

Hou rs Per Week:

40

Schedule Details/Additional Information:

1st shift

6am-2pm

Pay Range:

$21.85 - $32.80

• Major Responsibilities:
• Responsible for monitoring inventory levels and purchasing supplies as required to avoid stock-outs.
• 1)Determine appropriate inventory level for each items necessary for patient care

2)Coordinates disposal of outdated or no use items.

3)Issues purchase orders for needed supplies.

4)Review vendor stock-outs, expedites the purchase of additional supplies from alternative vendors.

5)Identifies possible substitute items.

6)Identifies items to be changed, or added, deleted from inventory. Performs product conversions in Lawson.

7)Processes product conversions in Lawson to meet system requirements.

8)Maintains data base in computerized inventory control system. Makes changes to reflect current items in use.

9)Maintains appropriate records and files.

• Responsible for managing and maintaining 2 bin system and mobile supply chain.
• 1)Maintains bins regarding any configuration processes or issues with the proper working condition of mobile supply chain

2)Maintains appropriate supply stock and supply allocations for all bin locations.

3)Communicates regularly with nursing and Advocate supply chain

4)Recommends and adjusts changes concerning configuration and par levels

5)Maintains data and system integrity through report analysis and data base management.

• Process inventory expense requisitions for purchase, maintain compliance with established contracts and procedures. Ensure all products received are correct and on time to meet the hospital needs.
• 1)Establish ordering and delivery schedules with each vendor.

2)Communicate supply request with vendors via electronic system, phone and/or fax requisition.

3)Verify and correct pricing to match contracts.

4)Monitor, communicate and follow-up on product problems and discrepancies to the vendor sales representative.

5)Resolve invoice problems that relate to storeroom inventory.

6)Works with the vendors to obtain credit and/or product exchange for any items nearing expiration.

7)Manages reorder points and reorders quantities to meet the needs of the clinicians and patients.

• Assist in identifying placement of products in the storeroom.
• 1)Assists in designs storeroom layout to meet perpetual inventory quantities. Determines where product groups will be stored.

2)Assists in establishing shelf locations and ensures correct identifiers are on labels. Changes locations as conditions warrant.

• Education/Experience Required:
• Bach degree preferred or equiv experience. Lead or Supervisory experience. 12 months inventory control experience.

• Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required:
• Good communication and customer relation skills. Good organization skills. Must be computer literate. Experience with purchasing/ inventory control system.
• N/A

• Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:
• -Ability to do medium lifting according to DOL guidelines. -Ability to perform job functions off campus. -Ability to respond to inquiries regarding supply/inventory issues during off hours. -Ability to work outdoors.*

This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties.

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Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more – so you can live fully at and away from work, including:

Compensation

Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training

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Incentive pay for select positions

Opportunity for annual increases based on performance

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Paid Time Off programs

Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability

Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses

Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave

Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs

Educational Assistance Program

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About Advocate Health

Advocate Health is the third-largest nonprofit, integrated health system in the United States, created from the combination of Advocate Aurora Health and Atrium Health. Providing care under the names Advocate Health Care in Illinois; Atrium Health in the Carolinas, Georgia and Alabama; and Aurora Health Care in Wisconsin, Advocate Health is a national leader in clinical innovation, health outcomes, consumer experience and value-based care. Headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, Advocate Health services nearly 6 million patients and is engaged in hundreds of clinical trials and research studies, with Wake Forest University School of Medicine serving as the academic core of the enterprise. It is nationally recognized for its expertise in cardiology, neurosciences, oncology, pediatrics and rehabilitation, as well as organ transplants, burn treatments and specialized musculoskeletal programs. Advocate Health employs 155,000 teammates across 69 hospitals and over 1,000 care locations, and offers one of the nation’s largest graduate medical education programs with over 2,000 residents and fellows across more than 200 programs. Committed to providing equitable care for all, Advocate Health provides more than $6 billion in annual community benefits.