Distribution Specialist - East

Community Health Network•Indianapolis, IN

About The Position

Community Health Network is hiring a Distribution Specialist for its Material Management Team. The position is responsible for supply and linen distribution, backorder management, LUM practices, and recall management. It may also perform shipping and receiving functions, follow up with Purchasing and Accounts Payable to resolve receipt issues, and use inventory software and inventory management systems. Additional related duties may be assigned as needed. The role distributes supplies and linen throughout the hospital, verifies merchandise and documentation, monitors expiration dates and product condition, and supports clinical areas with proper storage and handling. It also processes shipments, operates receiving equipment safely, maintains warehouse organization, supports linen ordering, and helps clinical staff use the weight-based ordering system and its associated computers and scales.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED required.

Nice To Haves

One year of experience in a healthcare-related field or equivalent inventory systems experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Distribute supplies and linen throughout the hospital by moving, labeling, and putting them away in required locations.
Verify quantities, expiration dates, and part numbers on packing slips and other working documents.
Assist in managing manufacturer backorder processes for all customers.
Monitor supply expiration dates and inspect packaging for defects or damage.
Follow company safety guidelines and keep the warehouse clean and organized.
Manage the recall process for items in par levels.
Work with clinical areas on proper storage and handling needs in clean storage areas.
Perform receiving functions in accordance with company policies and procedures.
Verify inbound and outbound documents and labels to ensure merchandise counts are accurate and products are undamaged.
Move packages from pallets or carts to assigned scan locations.
Assist in the safe operation of mechanical, motorized, or electrical equipment in the receiving work environment.
Process shipments as part of a team so customer orders are completed and shipped the day they are ordered; pick products from storage, check accuracy, and pack them for shipment.
Help maintain and educate clinical staff on the weight-based ordering system, and maintain computers and scales linked to the software.
Assist with daily linen ordering, assess standard deliveries, and adjust as necessary.
Seek opportunities to assist others during slower periods, including sweeping, cleaning, organizing, and other 5S activities.
Restock picking and overflow locations.
Follow up with Purchasing and Accounts Payable as needed to resolve receipt issues.