Inventory Technician

Materials Management

Assist materials management with day-to-day tasks of general stocking, receiving goods, inventory, and assumes necessary duties when the Materials Management Manager is away. Reports directly to the Materials Management Director. Maintain timely and effective communication with assigned staff and customers. Establish the proper handling of requisitions, orders, receipt and storage of stock. Ensure appropriate inventory levels are maintained and communicate with customers regarding stocking, ordering and deliveries. Serve as mentor to staff and identifies efforts for recognition.

Supervisory Responsibilities

No

Age Of Patient Populations Served

No patient contact

Internal Contacts

Providers (i.e., physicians)

Staff (i.e., clinical & admin. support staff)

Volunteers

Education, Required Licenses/Certifications

• High School Diploma

Work Experience, Skills, Knowledge and Abilities

Should be familiar with identification of Medical/Surgical Basic computer skills are necessary to assist employees with minor software problems and ordering supplies in the absence of the Materials Manager. Basic knowledge in Microsoft Word and Excel.

The physical requirements, as listed in the Physical Requirements section of this form, are representative of the requisite background required to adequately perform the functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Mental and Emotional Activities Required Of This Job

Handles multiple priorities

Independent discretion/decision making

Manages stress appropriately

Works alone effectively

Works in close proximity to others

Works in a distracting environment

Works with others effectively

Shipping

1. Ensures the accuracy of all shipping documents and gathers and maintains all data and records relative to shipping activities
2. Assures that shipping counts match picking documents and assists in resolving any discrepancies
3. Ensures proper labels and tickets have been applied before shipping
4. Examines outgoing shipments to ensure shipments meet specifications
5. Schedules inbound and outbound freight to comply with warehouse operations and capacities

Receiving

1. Ensures the accuracy of all shipping documents and gathers and maintains all data and records relative to shipping activities
2. Assures that shipping counts match picking documents and assists in resolving any discrepancies

Buyer

1. Creates purchasing orders for office supplies
2. Expedites any deliveries needed
3. Checks stocks on units and restocks depleted items
4. Assists patient care staff with identification of supply needs
5. Purchases supplies and stock via phone, fax, and any electronic means
6. Schedules Courier as needed
7. All other duties as assigned

Deliver

1. Deliver all packages to all departments