Supply Chain Associate I - 40hrs

Connecticut Children's Medical Center•Hartford, CT

47d

About The Position

Under general supervision, the Supply Chain Associate I receives incoming shipments, unloads, and unpacks shipments and verifies contents with purchase order.

Requirements

1-2+ years' Supply Chain or related experience
Proficient in usage of Omnicell.
Must keep abreast of current trends/changes related to technology within healthcare.
Experience working in an automated environment.
Valid Driver's License
Knowledge of Omnicell, Lawson, and Outlook e-mail.
Understanding of safety regulations.
Strong organizational and analytical skills required.
Strong negotiation skills required.
Proficiency with computer applications. Microsoft Office software required.
Effective communicational skills both verbal and written form.
Strong communication skills.
Ability to work in a team environment.
Ability to maintain up-to-date knowledge in the area of Distribution, Inventory Control and Supply Chain through continuing education.
Ability to be flexible with work schedule, hours and shifts.
Ability to maintain professional work habits by organizing workload, setting priorities, and completing assignments in a timely manner; utilizing resources appropriately; complying with department program standards; and adapting well to change.
Ability to promote a positive and safe work environment by maintaining good relations with management personnel, peers, and hospital staff; by attending department meetings; by supporting the hospital and its goals, policies, management decisions and active participation as a team member
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to work with deadlines and completion times.

Nice To Haves

High School Diploma, GED, or a higher level of education that would require the completion of high school, is preferred.

Responsibilities

Verifies the accuracy of all shipments as they are delivered.
Make notation of discrepancies on appropriate paperwork of all shortage, over-shipment or damages to items and/or cartons.
Notifies the appropriate parties of any issues or concerns with deliveries.
Enters receipts of all supplies and equipment into the materials management information or financial system on a regular basis.
Prepares all necessary delivery receipt documents for appropriate department signature and delivery of packages (FedEx, UPS, etc.) to various locations.
Prepares all items to be returned and or shipped out of the hospital.
Ensures that all packages and paperwork is prepared correctly and insured as needed.
Ships items via appropriate methods (i.e., Fed-X, UPS or vendor pick up).
Maintains files of all documents related to receiving and distribution of items.
Puts away supplies in automated cabinets or appropriate stocking locations as required.
Performs routine cleaning and maintenance of all supply storage locations to include all supply bins and shelving to ensure appropriate product labels are properly placed and reflect current product/manufacturer information.
Ensures inventory accuracy through accurate utilization of the inventory management system.
Monitor established PAR stock levels for shortages and overages and report any abnormal occurrences promptly.
Dispenses and delivers products and equipment requested by verbal, written and telephone requisitions.
Resolves emergencies related to acquiring and distributing supplies and equipment as needed.