Inventory Specialist

Premier Healthcare Solutions•Boston, MA

About The Position

The Inventory Specialist performs supply chain and logistics functions, including material procurement, production planning, inventory control, outsourcing, vendor selection, and distribution. The role analyzes manufacturing, enterprise resource planning, and other material requirements based on assembly demands, component replenishment, substitute parts and materials, production setups, engineering changes, and enterprise supplies. It also approves part or material requisitions and initiates production and purchase change orders. This is an organizational support role focused on hands-on assistance with daily business activities, typically under supervision. The position supports hospital processes by helping ensure timely and efficient supply ordering, replenishment, and delivery to support patient needs and the patient experience. Flexibility and backup support are required to respond to changes in patient volume and maximize efficient delivery and use of resources. The role is performed in a hospital environment and requires no travel. Physical demands are heavy: exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, up to 50 pounds frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds constantly to move objects.

Requirements

At least 2 years of applicable work experience.
High school diploma or GED.
Ability to read and write in English.
Ability to understand written and verbal instructions and follow through on them.
Basic computer and keyboard skills for data entry.
Ability to adapt and change priorities quickly and meet deadlines.
Attention to detail.
Ability to operate computer programs and software.
Ability to communicate effectively with audiences in person and electronically.
Ability to make independent decisions.
Ability to work collaboratively in close quarters with peers and handle varying interruptions.

Nice To Haves

Experience in a hospital supply chain setting.
Intermediate computer skills.
Knowledge of computer systems and software, with the ability to learn and retain new applications.

Responsibilities

Perform supply chain and logistics functions, including material procurement, production planning, inventory control, outsourcing, vendor selection, and distribution.
Analyze manufacturing, enterprise resource planning, and other material requirements based on assembly demands, component replenishments, substitute parts and materials, production setups, engineering changes, and enterprise supplies.
Approve part or material requisitions.
Initiate production and purchase change orders.
Support timely and efficient supply ordering, replenishment, and delivery to meet patient needs and support the patient experience.
Provide flexible backup support to respond to variations in patient volume and help maximize efficient delivery and use of resources.