Inventory Control Manager (Full Time, Days)

St. Luke’s University Health Network•Bethlehem, PA

About The Position

St. Luke's is proud of the skills, experience and compassion of its employees. The employees of St. Luke's are our most valuable asset! Individually and together, our employees are dedicated to satisfying the mission of our organization which is an unwavering commitment to excellence as we care for the sick and injured; educate physicians, nurses and other health care providers; and improve access to care in the communities we serve, regardless of a patient's ability to pay for health care. In coordination with the Director of Supply Chain Logistics, manages the daily operation of the Inventory Control personnel at assigned Hospital Campuses. Manages supply distribution and management activities throughout the hospital and network locations. Establishes and maintains a formulary of par stocked supplies by department. Coordinates removal of recalled and defective products from the hospital. Works closely with Clinical Managers, Procurement, Contracting and Value Analysis to provide the best products for our patients via participation with product evaluations and trials. Manages the information systems operations for inventory control /par level processes. Coordinates the Annual Physical Inventory, valuation and analysis. In coordination with Supply Chain Project Team, establish supply areas and systems for all new construction and renovation projects network wide.

Requirements

Associates Degree in Business Administration and/or supervisory experience with 7-10 years experience in the following departments required: Inventory Control, SPD, Storeroom, Receiving, Purchasing and Linen.
Thorough knowledge of inventory control and computer application in healthcare.
Five to seven years of experience in inventory control, storeroom, purchasing or linens required.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience using an inventory management system preferred.

Responsibilities

Selects, manages and educates Inventory Control staff at assigned campuses.
Evaluates performance and makes recommendations for personnel actions.
Maintains compliance with goals, objectives, policies and procedures for Supply Chain Logistics.
Manages productivity and budget variances.
Complies with Network and departmental policies regarding issues of employees, patients, environmental safety and infection control and follows appropriate reporting requirements.
Manages department responsibly through the effective and efficient use of human capital and material resources in daily procedures, processes and practices.
Complies with Network and Departmental policies regarding issues of employees, patients, environmental safety and follows appropriate reporting requirements.
Ensures that all supplies are ordered, received and distributed to appropriate departments in a timely manner.
Maintains a clean and orderly work area at all times, in accordance with EOC, DOH, JCAHO requirements.
Ensures proper safe operation and maintenance of material handling equipment.
Ensure a safe working environment at all times.
Works with Managers concerning product conversions, new products, inventory problems, recalls, value analysis and special projects.
Plans, organizes and directs the annual physical inventory count and valuation for supplies throughout the St. Luke's University Health Network.
Coordinates removal of defective, expired and recalled product throughout the Network.
Coordinates Inventory Control, product changes and product standardization between Purchasing, Distribution Center, Clinical and Non Clinical Departments.
Directs all phases of planning and establishment of supply and linen areas with the Supply Chain Project Team for new construction and renovation projects.