Inventory Associate

Banner Health•Gilbert, AZ

2d•Onsite

About The Position

This position provides supply receipt, delivery and inventory management services to an assigned area or department of the medical center or facility. The Inventory Associate position is a critical link between department leadership and the SCS store room, ensuring PAR locations are adequately managed for patient care. You will have the opportunity to work with multiple departments, which allows for understanding of internal operations that many outside of this department do not have. Banner Health has ranked #2 in the Gartner Healthcare Supply Chain Top 25. This is an ideal entry-level position to gain experience in supply chain and health care with opportunity for growth. Our Supply Chain Services department manages various medical supplies, fills customers supply phone requests, code cart replenishments, incoming deliveries, tanks, and supports other Supply Chain functions.

Requirements

An understanding of inventory management tasks and the ability to work effectively with a computer based inventory management system.
Accurate data entry and keyboarding skills.
The ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
The ability to read and interpret supply requisitions and equipment directions.
Demonstrated effective customer service skills.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma/GED or equivalent working knowledge.
Previous experience working with medical supplies or food supplies (as applicable) and/or hospital services is strongly preferred and may be required for some work assignments.
Additional related education and/or experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Takes a daily inventory of assigned supply storage area and/or clinical department supplies (Par Carts), requisitions and restocks supplies to par levels.
Rotates stock and maintains a clean and orderly storage area in accordance with applicable regulatory requirements.
Monitors usage, creates utilization reports, consults with clinical supply liaison or appropriate department staff, recommends changes to inventory and par levels.
Assists with the procurement of special supply needs and may assist assigned department with the procurement of equipment.
Acts as a knowledge resource for clinical or other related staff in the area of supply methods and goods.
Works independently under regular supervision.
Follows defined procedures and guidelines.
Makes decisions about inventory levels.
Represents the interests of the organization when interfacing with vendors.