Supplies Associate- CBHJ

Wayne State University•Detroit, MI

About The Position

Wayne State University is searching for an experienced Supplies Associate- CBHJ at its Detroit campus location. Wayne State is a premier, public, urban research university located in the heart of Detroit, Michigan where students from all backgrounds are offered a rich, high-quality education. Our deep-rooted commitment to excellence, collaboration, integrity, diversity and inclusion creates exceptional educational opportunities which prepare students for success in a global society. Essential functions (job duties): Receive, issue, store, distribute, and inventory a variety of materials and supplies for Wayne County-based public health project operated by the School of Social Work Center for Behavioral Health and Justice (CBHJ). A total of three part-time positions are held for master’s of social work (MSW) students enrolled at the School of Social Work during the 2026 – 2027 academic year. Receive, issue, and distribute a variety of materials, equipment, and supplies. Inspect and verify incoming orders; check packing list against purchase order. Resolve errors or problems in shipment and delivery of goods. Conduct periodic physical inventory of stock items; order and maintain proper stock levels. Maintain asset records; prepare appropriate inventory and usage reports. Participate in general office functions as needed. May perform routine typing or data entry of standard University forms, reports and other paperwork and correspondence, e.g., special payment authorization (SPA), purchase requisition and petty cash voucher. Operate power assisted material handling machines and equipment, e.g., forklift, hi-lo, unload, transport and place materials, equipment, and supplies in an appropriate location. Maintain cleanliness of work area. May provide functional work direction of assigned tasks to a small number (1-3) of student or part-time temporary support personnel. Assign, monitor and evaluate work activities. Train in appropriate methods and procedures. Contact various University personnel, Buyers, requisitioners and vendor representatives regarding the receipt, processing, and shipment of orders. Respond to routine inquiries and resolve problems that may arise. Perform related work as assigned. Unique duties: Operating power-assisted materials, handling machines, and equipment is not a requirement of the role. Must have reliable transportation for regular travel throughout Wayne County, MI. Frequent travel is required. Must be able to physically lift up to 50 pounds. Interest or experience in criminal/legal or behavioral health systems, preferred knowledge and/or interest in substance use disorders or harm reduction is preferred Must be based in the metro-Detroit area.

Requirements

Education High school graduate or equivalent combination of education and/or experience.
Some knowledge of and experience with storekeeping and/or warehousing methods and procedures preferred.
Some knowledge of general office procedures preferred.
Ability to operate standard office equipment; light typing and data entry skills.
Ability to operate power-assisted material handling equipment, e.g., forklift, hi-lo, etc.
Ability to maintain records and prepare reports; keen attention to detail.
Ability to communicate effectively with others.
Typically, incumbents have held positions in a storeroom, warehouse, or stockroom facility.
Must have reliable transportation for regular travel throughout Wayne County, MI.
Frequent travel is required.
Must be able to physically lift up to 50 pounds.
Must be based in the metro-Detroit area.

Nice To Haves

Interest or experience in criminal/legal or behavioral health systems, preferred knowledge and/or interest in substance use disorders or harm reduction is preferred

Responsibilities

Receive, issue, store, distribute, and inventory a variety of materials and supplies for Wayne County-based public health project operated by the School of Social Work Center for Behavioral Health and Justice (CBHJ).
Receive, issue, and distribute a variety of materials, equipment, and supplies.
Inspect and verify incoming orders; check packing list against purchase order.
Resolve errors or problems in shipment and delivery of goods.
Conduct periodic physical inventory of stock items; order and maintain proper stock levels.
Maintain asset records; prepare appropriate inventory and usage reports.
Participate in general office functions as needed.
May perform routine typing or data entry of standard University forms, reports and other paperwork and correspondence, e.g., special payment authorization (SPA), purchase requisition and petty cash voucher.
Operate power assisted material handling machines and equipment, e.g., forklift, hi-lo, unload, transport and place materials, equipment, and supplies in an appropriate location.
Maintain cleanliness of work area.
May provide functional work direction of assigned tasks to a small number (1-3) of student or part-time temporary support personnel.
Assign, monitor and evaluate work activities. Train in appropriate methods and procedures.
Contact various University personnel, Buyers, requisitioners and vendor representatives regarding the receipt, processing, and shipment of orders.
Respond to routine inquiries and resolve problems that may arise.
Perform related work as assigned.