• Inventory Specialist I

    Fairview Health Services (St. Paul, MN)


    Job Overview

     

    The Inventory Specialist I manages the adjustment of inventory levels of stock and nonstock supplies/equipment/linen. Analyze and monitor inventory levels. Consider labor and acquisition costs in determining appropriate par levels for cost effective inventory management. Maintain, verify and update receiving and distribution records and supplies. Provide communication to all customers regarding changes and updates to product descriptions, number, and units of measure, stock additions and deletions. Provide strong leadership in guiding and supporting department managers in appropriate inventory control to manage costs and meet department fluctuations. Works directly with vendors, suppliers, front line staff, customers, and managers. Serve as subject matter expert on Inventory and Procurement portions of MMIS. Recommend process improvements.

     

    + Manage/direct/revise inventory levels throughout the site.

    + Analyze and monitor inventory levels on regular basis

    + Authorize volume purchases

    + Maintain proper inventory levels and adjust order quantities on inventory computer systems.

    + Manage, plan, coordinate and monitor cycle counts and inventories.

    + Reconcile inventory variances.

    + Initiate measures to change par levels and/or Omnicell configurations when needed.

    + Differentiate between routine supply usage and special cause usage.

    + Establish parameters for equipment levels including rental guidelines.

    + Analyze and monitor data reports and develop individualized recommendations for department managers.

    + Measure and monitor data for process improvement.

    + Identify and communicate opportunities to improve efficiency of inventory management.

    + Maintain accurate inventory control reports for department managers.

    + Maintain, verify and update receiving and distribution records

    + Coordinates customer needs for specific products not established in MMIS. Submits new product requests through established processes while adhering to policy.

    + Regulatory Compliance. Responsible to maintain implant registry records. Facilitates product recalls and returns.

    + Collaborate with stakeholders regarding inventory data, and recommend opportunities for standardization or improvement.

    + Establish and monitor data for process improvement.

    + Assess unit needs and recommend adjustments in par levels and/or variety of product.

    + Collaborate with Managers to identify acceptable product substitutions.

    + Change department profiles in collaboration with Manager and front line staff.

    + Perform daily business functions of Supply Chain

    + Meet customer needs by placing and expediting orders.

    + Perform invoice resolution

    + Receive online orders and reconcile receiving discrepancies.

    + Manages consignment inventory

    + Maintain a clean and professional work area

    + Generate needed stickers and labels and maintain accuracy

    + Minimizes expired products

    + Support and meet customer needs.

    + May assist with stocking.

    + May perform cycle counting.

    Required

    Experience

    + 1+ year of relevant inventory management experience

     

    Preferred

    Education

    + Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business, Nursing or Related field

    Experience

    + 1 year in healthcare working with medical products as an Inventory Specialist I.

    License/Certification/Registration

    + American Production and Inventory Control Society, Certified Maintenance and Reliability Professional, Lean, Value Analysis, Six Sigma

     

    Benefit Overview

     

    Fairview offers a generous benefit package including but not limited to medical, dental, vision plans, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability insurance, PTO and Sick and Safe Time, tuition reimbursement, retirement, early access to earned wages, and more! Please follow this link for additional information: https://www.fairview.org/careers/benefits/noncontract

     

    Compensation Disclaimer

     

    An individual's pay rate within the posted range may be determined by various factors, including skills, knowledge, relevant education, experience, and market conditions. Additionally, our organization prioritizes pay equity and considers internal team equity when making any offer. Hiring at the maximum of the range is not typical. If your role is eligible for a sign-on bonus, the bonus program that is approved and in place at the time of offer, is what will be honored.

     

    EEO Statement

     

    EEO/Vet/Disabled: All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to any lawfully protected status