Materials Management Associate (Day Shift)

Adventist Health•Los Angeles, CA

About The Position

The Materials Management Associate stocks and maintains inventory within a healthcare facility, ensuring medical supplies and equipment are available to support patient care and hospital operations. The role receives, organizes, stores, tracks, and replenishes supplies; maintains accurate inventory records; and coordinates with hospital departments and suppliers. It also supports emergency preparedness, safety and regulatory compliance, product recalls, and staff training. Adventist Health’s corporate headquarters are in Roseville, California, where associates can work on a WELL-certified campus designed to promote well-being and collaboration. Associates must receive required vaccinations as a condition of employment and annually thereafter where applicable; medical and religious exemptions may apply. Adventist Health participates in E-Verify.

Requirements

High school education/GED or equivalent is required.

Nice To Haves

Associate’s/technical degree or equivalent combination of education and related experience.
Experience in materials management, inventory control, or a related field, preferably in a healthcare setting.

Responsibilities

Receive and inspect deliveries of medical supplies and equipment.
Organize, categorize, and label inventory items.
Maintain accurate records of stock levels, consumption, and inventory transactions, including receipts, issues, and returns.
Monitor expiration dates and rotate supplies appropriately.
Restock department supply areas in a timely manner.
Conduct routine inventory checks, identify low-stock items, and reorder as needed.
Coordinate with department heads to understand inventory requirements.
Verify that received products meet quality and safety standards and are properly stored and labeled.
Collaborate with leadership to address quality issues.
Generate reports to analyze inventory levels and consumption patterns.
Assist with data entry into the hospital’s materials management software.
Communicate with suppliers to place orders, track deliveries, and resolve issues.
Collaborate with the disaster preparedness team and maintain contingency stock of critical supplies for emergencies.
Comply with applicable regulations and standards, including infection control protocols.
Use safety measures when handling, storing, and distributing hazardous materials.
Support product recall requirements to help ensure patient safety.
Train hospital staff on proper inventory management practices.
Stay current on industry best practices and participate in relevant training.
Perform other job-related duties as assigned.