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Memorial Health · 20 hours ago

Inventory Analyst

Springfield, IL

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$19.62/hr - $30.41/hr

5+ years exp

Memorial Health is dedicated to providing quality healthcare services, and they are seeking an Inventory Analyst to manage and optimize inventory levels. The role involves assessing inventory needs, collaborating with departments, and developing measurement techniques to improve inventory management processes.

EducationHealth CareHealth DiagnosticsHospitalMedicalNon ProfitPrimary and Urgent CareWellness

Growth Opportunities

Responsibilities

Works with user departments on issues involving inventory levels and specific inventory and data needs. Determines the root cause(s) of inventory problems and recommends permanent fixes for improvement

Utilizes an electronic materials management inventory system to review, analyze, and monitor inventory levels. Knowledge of Omnicell Technology for use in a backup capacity

Works on Special Projects to help other departments with their inventory processes and technology. May be called on to be a trainer when needed

Assesses, establishes, and maintains the appropriate inventory levels based on item turnover, lead-time, review period, order quantity, and safety stock. Periodically reviews and adjusts inventory levels based on usage, trends, and future needs

Embodies the Memorial Health System Performance Excellence Standards of Safety, Courtesy, Quality, and Efficiency that support our mission, vision and values:

SAFETY: Prevent Harm - I put safety first in everything I do. I take action to ensure the safety of others

COURTESY: Serve Others - I treat others with dignity and respect. I project a professional image and positive attitude

QUALITY: Improve Outcomes - I continually advance my knowledge, skills and performance. I work with others to achieve superior results

EFFICIENCY: Reduce Waste - I use time and resources wisely. I prevent defects and delays

Identifies inventory items exceeding established hold times and works with departmental management and/or staff to determine applicable use, retention, disposal or obsolescence of affected items

Analyzes and determines the impact of inventory retention, turnover, and replenishment. Uses software spreadsheets to calculate associated costs and impact to affected departments. Tracks and trends turnover rates

Works closely with Purchasing to remove surplus items from warehouse by returning to vendors or issue to affiliates

Reviews items and examines space capacity to determine the best accommodation of items in the most efficient location within the supply chain

Conducts assessment and analytical studies related to inventory management, such as stock room layout, special equipment, storage needs and allocation, and material handling methods and procedures

Serves as a coordinator for the annual physical inventory. Has responsibility for continuously improving Inventory Turnover. May be called upon to help other departments with their fiscal year-end inventories

Develops and produces a variety of statistical and data analysis reports for management

Serves as a back-up for other areas within the unit or department, especially during times of special needs or staff absences

Handles and transports floor-stock medications from Pharmacy to procedural area per the Medication Handling, Security, and Access by Non-licensed Hospital Staff Policy and Procedure

Performs other related work as required or requested

Qualification

Inventory ManagementAPICS CertificationCMRP CertificationHealth Care ExperienceMicrosoft ExcelStatistical AnalysisCustomer RelationsTraining SkillsPersonal Computer SkillsMaterials Management SoftwareOmnicell TechnologyInterpersonal SkillsWriting Skills

Required

Bachelor's degree in a business-related discipline, such as accounting, finance, internal auditing, or inventory/materials management, or comparable field required

Five (5) or more years of significant Inventory Management experience may be substituted for the degree requirement

Possess good customer relations, interpersonal, and training skills

Demonstrates the ability to multi-task autonomously while working on multiple responsibilities simultaneously

Intermediate math, writing, and personal computer skills are required