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USAJOBS · 1 month ago

Inventory Management Specialist - Expendable (EX)

Tulsa, Oklahoma, USA

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

$61K/yr - $79K/yr

1+ years exp

USAJOBS is seeking an Inventory Management Specialist to serve in the Commodity Management Division of the Logistics Service within the VA Health Care System. The role involves managing the inventory of expendable supplies and durable medical equipment, ensuring efficient procurement, and resolving logistics issues.

ConsultingGovernmentHuman ResourcesInformation TechnologyInternetStaffing Agency

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Plans and reviews all inventory processes, functions, and related systems

Conducts wall-to-wall and periodic inventories

Maintains perpetual inventory accounts for expendable items

Develops and supports the creation of acquisition strategies and standardization initiatives to acquire and purchase durable medical equipment

Analyzes data that impact procurement decisions

Conducts market research on product pricing and performance

Researches opportunities for and conducts analysis of potential cost savings, efficiencies, and process improvements using quantitative and historical usage patterns

Utilizes best practices, principles and tools, concepts and methodologies to determine and evaluate supply system performance

Identifies and rectifies inventory management issues

Conducts short, mid and long-term advanced planning for expendable items and durable medical equipment

Performs analytical work to manage, regulate, coordinate and exercise control over expendable supplies

Analyzes and advises customers on supply/durable medical equipment purchase recommendations

Conducts data/information analysis for acquisition planning associated with durable medical equipment

Researches alternative sources for expendable item procurement

Administers an expendable inventory management program

Coordinates with property managers for disposal of surplus or excess supplies

Recommends actions to eliminate problems involved in delivering services to inventory customers

Advises and informs stakeholders concerning the management, control and accountability of expendable items in use

Acts as a central point of contact for the coordination of material support and the resolution of logistics problems

Prepares submissions to obtain approval and/or funding for national level expendable supply contracts

Maintains inventory control records in an automated system

Compiles and analyzes performance measures and implements process improvements

Conducts effectiveness/efficiency reviews

Computes requirements for supplies and durable medical equipment

Utilizes automated inventory management system to maintain current inventory data

Researches and develops solutions to complex and routine problems

Traces sequences of inventory management transactions to resolve questions

Manages inventory, independently sets initial stock and par levels, and reorders points and resolves issues

Formulates improved inventory management procedures and practices

Determines the means and methods to resolve issues and improve operations

Qualification

Inventory ManagementData AnalysisSupply Chain ManagementMedical Equipment KnowledgeComputerized Inventory SystemsAttention to DetailInterpersonal SkillsTeamwork

Required

A transcript must be submitted with your application if you are basing all or part of your qualifications on education

Only education or degrees recognized by the U.S. Department of Education from accredited colleges or institutions may be used to qualify for Federal employment

You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply for this job

To be considered for this position, you must complete all required steps in the process

Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959

Subject to background/security investigation

Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process

Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP)

Time-In-Grade Requirement: Applicants who are current Federal employees and have held a GS grade any time in the past 52 weeks must also meet time-in-grade requirements by the closing date of this announcement

Specialized Experience: You must have one year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade GS-07 in the normal line of progression for the occupation in the organization

Education: Applicants may substitute education for the required experience

Combination: Applicants may also combine education and experience to qualify at this level

Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs

Physical Requirements: Work is normally accomplished in an office setting; however, due to the nature of the position and duties, may be called upon to assist in the receipt, storage and distribution of various supplies

Work Environment: Work is primarily performed in normal office surroundings involving everyday risks or discomforts which require normal safety precautions

Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications

Benefits

A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding.