Inventory Management Analyst

Cardinal Health•Omaha, NE

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Analyst, Inventory Management plays an integral role in service and inventory optimization across Cardinal Health’s distribution network. This job is responsible for meeting desired inventory levels, vendor management activities and the handling of backorders and other supply related activities. The Analyst, Inventory Management is also responsible for maintaining a high level of customer service through the management of forecasts, procurement activity, customer demand and inventory levels. This job provides support to supply chain specific projects and initiatives to drive process improvement. The Analyst, Inventory Management develops strong relationship with suppliers to aid in the resolution of major operational issues.

Requirements

1-2 years of inventory, supply chain, warehouse, or related experience preferred.
High School diploma, GED or equivalent, or equivalent work experience, preferred.
Strong communication, relationship-building, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to investigate inventory discrepancies, identify root causes, and implement effective solutions.
Ability to maintain inventory accuracy while supporting operational efficiency in a fast-paced environment.
Experience working cross-functionally with internal teams, vendors, and customers to resolve inventory and order-related issues.
Proficiency with inventory management systems, spreadsheets, and basic computer applications preferred.
Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple priorities and follow through on tasks independently.
Ability to safely lift, carry, move, and stage materials weighing up to 50 pounds on a regular basis throughout the workday.

Responsibilities

Manage the procurement and replenishment of sterile processing and operating room (OR) supplies to ensure product availability and support patient care operations.
Coordinate returns of defective or damaged OR products, including inspection, documentation, packaging, and shipment through receiving and dock teams.
Utilize inventory management systems, including WaveMark and Premier, to create, maintain, and track inventory records and product numbers for OR and clinical supplies.
Process product additions, changes, and deletions within inventory systems while maintaining accurate inventory data and supply levels.
Place and monitor orders with Cardinal Health and other vendors, proactively communicating delays, backorders, and substitute product options to end users.
Partner with inventory managers, receiving teams, clinical staff, and other stakeholders to support supply chain operations and resolve inventory-related issues.
Track pending purchase orders and open orders, ensuring timely follow-up and resolution of fulfillment concerns.
Provide customer service through email, phone, and in-person communication, addressing product inquiries, order issues, and supply requests.