Inventory Control Specialist - Arnett Hospital

Indiana University Health System • Lafayette, LA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Onsite at Arnett Hospital. Full-time Sun-Thurs from 10a-6:30p. Maintains accurate inventory levels and ensures inventory is available and ready for use. Coordinates disposal, return, and reallocation of obsolete items in the inventory. Files claims with manufacturers when defective goods are found in inventory. Audits inventory on a regular basis and provides reports to management. Coordinates with Buyers to keep up to date status of shipments and tracking information. Serves as a liaison with shipping companies to ensure the most timely and cost effective shipping methods are utilized. Maintains replenishment of logistics and distribution office supplies. This position may require weekend coverage. Key Responsibilities: Inventory management (ordering, recalls, quality control), database management, and technology oversight (RFID asset tracking). Previous inventory experience required. Associate's Degree or equivalent years of experience is preferred. Requires 3-5 years of relevant experience. Requires proven experience in Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel. Requires Enterprise Resource Management or Warehouse Management System experience. Previous inventory audit experience is preferred. Some assignments may require the ability to operate manual and motorized material handling equipment. May be required to obtain Material Handling Safety Training certification within 30-days of hire. Requires long periods of standing and walking (as much as 2-4 hours per day). Requires the occasional ability to: lift up to 50 lbs from floor to waist; lift up to 20 lbs from waist to over-the-head; carry up to 25 lbs.

Requirements

• Previous inventory experience required
• Requires 3-5 years of relevant experience
• Requires proven experience in Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel
• Requires Enterprise Resource Management or Warehouse Management System experience
• Requires long periods of standing and walking (as much as 2-4 hours per day)
• May be required to obtain Material Handling Safety Training certification within 30-days of hire
• Requires the occasional ability to: lift up to 50 lbs from floor to waist; lift up to 20 lbs from waist to over-the-head; carry up to 25 lbs

Nice To Haves

• Associate's Degree or equivalent years of experience is preferred
• Previous inventory audit experience is preferred
• Some assignments may require the ability to operate manual and motorized material handling equipment

Responsibilities

• Inventory management (ordering, recalls, quality control)
• Database management
• Technology oversight (RFID asset tracking)
• Maintains accurate inventory levels
• Ensures inventory is available and ready for use
• Coordinates disposal, return, and reallocation of obsolete items in the inventory
• Files claims with manufacturers when defective goods are found in inventory
• Audits inventory on a regular basis and provides reports to management
• Coordinates with Buyers to keep up to date status of shipments and tracking information
• Serves as a liaison with shipping companies to ensure the most timely and cost effective shipping methods are utilized
• Maintains replenishment of logistics and distribution office supplies

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree