Inventory Specialist

Inventory Specialist

What you will be doing:

• This role focuses on performing supply chain and logistics functions such as material procurement, production planning, inventory control, outsourcing, vendor selection, and distribution. In addition, this role focuses on performing the following Materials Management duties:
• •Analyzes manufacturing, enterprise resource planning, and other material requirements
• based on needs of assembly demands, component replenishments, substitute parts/materials,
• production set-ups, engineering changes and enterprise supplies.
• •Responsibilities also include approving part or material requisitions and initiates production and purchase change orders. An organizational related support or service (administrative or clerical) role or a role that focuses on
• support of daily business activities (e.g., technical, clinical, non-clinical) operating in a “hands on”
• environment.
• •The majority of time is spent in the delivery of support services or activities, typically under supervision.
• •This position plays an important role in the hospital’s processes to ensure timely, efficient supply ordering,
• replenishment and delivery, supporting patient needs and the patient experience.
• •Also required is the continuous flexibility and back up functions to assist with responding to variations in
• patient volume and continually maximize efficient delivery and use of resources.

Key Responsibilities

Responsibility #1– 45%

Conducts inventory of stocked and stored items that is area specific. Ensures that all areas are clean clear and stocked neatly with their daily supply. Receives incoming mail, sorts, and distributes; prepares outgoing mail items and may utilize Pitney Bowes mail equipment. Receives, distributes packages to areas of need ensuring proper handling. Utilizes electronic tracking system to confirm delivery of received items.

Responsibility #2 – 45%

Rotates all stock in stock locations and general stores. Routinely check assigned areas for expired products. Checks, Picks-up and delivers leveled items to appropriate nursing units. Label chargeable item upon receipt.

Responsibility #3 – 10%

Participate in annual inventory. Enter completed par leveled data in Peoplesoft MM System 13.

​Required Qualifications

Work Experience:

Years of Applicable Experience - 2 or more years Education:

High School Diploma or GED (Required)

Preferred Qualifications

Skills:

• •Ability to read and write in English;
• •Ability to understand both written and verbal instruction and provide follow through on
• •instructions.
• •Computer and keyboard skills for basic data entry.
• •Knowledge of computer systems and software with an ability to learn and retain new applications

Experience:

• •Experience in a Hospital Supply Chain Setting
• •Intermediate Computer Skills

Additional Job Requirements:

Remain in a stationary position for prolonged periods of time

Be adaptive and change priorities quickly; meet deadlines

Attention to detail

Operate computer programs and software

Ability to communicate effectively with audiences in person and in electronic formats .

Day-to-day contact with others (co-workers and/or the public)

Making independent decisions

Ability to work in a collaborative business environment in close quarters with peers and varying interruptions

Working Conditions: Hospital Environment

Travel Requirements: No travel required

Physical Demands: Heavy: Exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

• Premier’s compensation philosophy is to ensure that compensation is reasonable, equitable, and competitive in order to attract and retain talented and highly skilled employees. Premier’s internal salary range for this role is $42,000 - $63,000. Final salary is dependent upon several market factors including, but not limited to, departmental budgets, internal equity, education, unique skills/experience, and geographic location. Premier utilizes a wide-range salary structure to allow base salary flexibility within our ranges.
• Qualified full-time and part-time employees also receive access to the following benefits:

Health, dental, vision, life and disability insurance

401k retirement program

Paid time off

Participation in Premier’s employee incentive plans

Tuition reimbursement and professional development opportunities

Premier at a glance:

Granted World's Most Ethical Companies, Ethisphere, 2008-2026

Named U.S. News & World Report, Best Companies to Work For (2023, 2024, 2025)

Accredited by Forbes: America’s Best Management Consulting Firms 2024-2025

Given Modern Healthcare Best in Business Awards: Consultants- Healthcare Management

Awarded Cigna Workforce Designation Gold Level Recipient (2016,2017,2019,2020,2021,2022,2023,2025)

For a listing of all of our awards, please visit the Awards and Recognition section on our company website.

Employees receive:

Perks and discounts

Access to on-site and online exercise classes

Premier is looking for smart, agile individuals like you to help us transform the healthcare industry. Here you will find critical thinkers who have the freedom to make an impact. Colleagues who share your thirst to learn more and do things better. Teammates committed to improving the health of a nation. See why incredible challenges require incredible people.

Premier is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to unlawful discrimination because of their age, race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, familial status, pregnancy status, genetic information, status as a victim of domestic violence, covered military or protected veteran status (e.g., status as a Vietnam Era veteran, disabled veteran, special disabled veteran, Armed Forces Serviced Medal veteran, recently separated veteran, or other protected veteran) disability, or any other applicable federal, state or local protected class, trait or status or that of persons with whom an applicant associates. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state and local law. In addition, as a federal contractor, Premier complies with government regulations, including affirmative action responsibilities, where they apply. EEO / AA / Disabled / Protected Veteran Employer.

Premier also provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with a disability or those who have a sincerely held religious belief. If you need assistance in the application process, please reply to diversity_and_accommodations@premierinc.com or contact Premier Recruiting at 704.357-0022.

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