University of Iowa Research ยท 15 hours ago
Perioperative Supply Chain Associate (2nd Shift) - North Liberty
Iowa City, Iowa, United States
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
$40K/yr - $40K/yr
0+ years expUniversity of Iowa Health Care is seeking a Supply Chain Associate for their North Liberty Medical Center. The role involves managing inventory, procuring goods and services, and maintaining vendor relations to ensure efficient supply chain operations within the hospital.
Research
Responsibilities
Procure and deliver goods and services: Evaluate, procure, receive, store, and deliver goods and services. Initiate requisitions to procure goods and services at the direction of others
Organize and maintain hospital inventory
Research Products, Prepare Product/ Equipment Specifications, and Contract Management: Obtain and verify information regarding sourcing and acquisition options at the request of others. Review contracts for accurate pricing and apply terms and conditions
Inventory Management and Marketing: Receive, properly store and distribute product. Address inventory issues related to the supply chain and suggests models for improvement. Maintain and secure inventory and report issues as needed. Responsible for implementation of marketing strategy or plan
Assist with inventory management throughout the hospital. Cycle count, order, restock, and receive products
Vendor and Customer Relations: Interact with vendors/suppliers to assure the appropriate goods or services are being procured effectively and efficiently. Interact with internal and external customers, answer questions about orders and shipments. Reconcile discrepancies and address customer concerns
Work directly with hospital staff to effectively communicate supply chain requests and/or issues for resolution
Data Management or Data Systems Development: Maintain inventory/equipment database(s). Responsible for the maintenance of inventory data and scanning
Fiscal Responsibility: Monitor the budget and assist with managing the budget within defined parameters. Advise management on budgetary needs or discrepancies
Leadership/Supervision: May provide functional and/or administrative supervision of staff. May provide training to other employees and hospital end users
Respond to emails and meeting requests appropriately and timely
Qualification
Required
A Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or related field or an equivalent combination of education and experience
6 months to 1 year related supply chain experience
Proficient with Microsoft Excel
Prompt communication with hospital staff regarding emergencies and requests
Ability to move throughout hospital, move up to 25 pounds, and frequently transport heavy case carts
Ability to move and position self to handle inventory, including high/low shelving
Valid driver's license
Benefits
Paid vacation
Sick leave
Health, dental, life, and disability insurance options
Generous employer contributions into retirement plans
Company
University of Iowa Research
The Office of the Vice President for Research is committed to forging new frontiers of discovery by providing resources and support to researchers and innovators at the University of Iowa, to promote a culture of creativity that enriches the campus, the state, and the world.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
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