Distribution and Logistics Specialist

The University of Kansas Health System; United States; On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Kansas Health System in Kansas City seeks a Distribution and Logistics Specialist to manage receipt, storage, and shipment of products. You will process orders, pick, pack, and stage items, following SOPs and ensuring accuracy and timeliness.

You’ll coach teammates, perform inventory control, and maintain a clean, safe work environment while complying with LEAN and regulatory requirements.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 2+ years in a fast-paced environment with customer service or distribution.
• Lean experience preferred (3+ years).
• Healthcare environment experience preferred (3+ years).
• Valid Kansas Class C driver’s license; MVR compliance.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Ability to work across departments with strong initiative.

Responsibilities

• Follow SOPs to process orders including picking, packing, shipping, and put-away.
• Ensure efficient flow from receipt to delivery for internal and external customers.
• Provide coaching and feedback to teammates.
• Perform inventory control and housekeeping; ensure safety compliance.
• Overtime as needed; support LEAN and process improvements.
• Work with MS Office and basic computer tasks.

Skills

Communication

Customer service

Teamwork

Adaptability

Multi-tasking

Interpersonal skills

Initiative

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Position Title Distribution and Logistics Specialist Days - Full Time

Position Summary / Career Interest: M - F 9am - 5:30pm Specialist, Distribution and Logistics are responsible for performing/controlling a combination of manual or automated tasks necessary for the receipt, storage and shipment of product at the local level. This may include functions of receiving, picking, packing, shipping, staging, transportation, storage, delivery, etc. You will also be responsible for the efficient flow of products from the point of product request through put away.

Responsibilities and Essential Job Functions

Follow established Standard Operating Procedures (SOP’s) to process orders including (not limited to) accurately creating orders, picking orders, performing quality control checks, sorting, consolidating freight, packing, loading, receiving, put-away, replenishment, recall processing, expiration checks, PAR Optimization, cycle counts, sub and backorder management and preparing the orders for delivery.

Responsible for the efficient flow of products from the point of receipt to the actual delivery of products to a variety of internal and external customers.

Provides effective coaching and feedback to team members that you are training with.

Perform housekeeping and inventory control tasks, maintaining a clean work environment including complying with all safety, regulatory, and LEAN requirements.

Performs other duties and/or participates in projects as assigned by your manager or other management team members.

Self-motivated with ability to work in a team-oriented environment with limited supervision and an emphasis on customer satisfaction.

Unload and sort material to be stocked into location or replenished from one location to another.

Aptitude to work in a fast-paced environment while meeting established goals and performance standards both on a department and individual level.

Effectively use of Microsoft office products and general computer skills desired.

Flexibility and adaptability coupled with good multi-tasking skills is a must.

Ability to work overtime hours as necessary due to business needs.

Must be able to perform the professional, clinical and or technical competencies of the assigned unit or department.

These statements are intended to describe the essential functions of the job and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities. Skills and duties may vary dependent upon your department or unit. Other duties may be assigned as required.

Required Education and Experience

High School Graduate or GED.

2 or more years of related experience in a fast-paced environment; customer service, or distribution.

Preferred Education and Experience

3 or more years of LEAN experience.

3 or more years of experience in a healthcare environment.

Required Licensure and Certification

Valid, unrestricted driver’s license, Kansas Class C or equivalent.

MVR results must be in compliance with Health System Safe Driving Program Policy.

Knowledge Requirements

Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Ability to work and adapt in a fast and dynamic organization.

Maintain proficiency for departmental and system training requirements.

The ability to work across departmental lines to complete tasks in the most efficient manner possible.

Exceptional initiative is crucial, strong interpersonal capabilities and the ability to meet productivity and quality requirements.

Time Type

Full time

Job Requisition ID: R-58765

Important information for you to know as you apply:

The health system is an equal employment opportunity employer. Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, ancestry, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally-protected status.

See also Diversity, Equity & Inclusion.

The health system provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. If you need to request reasonable accommodations for your disability as you navigate the recruitment process, please let our recruiters know by requesting an Accommodation Request form using this link [e-mail].

Employment with the health system is contingent upon, among other things, agreeing to the health-system-dispute-resolution-program.pdf and signing the agreement to the DRP.

About The University of Kansas Health System

As part of the region’s premier academic medical center, The University of Kansas Health System in Kansas City is a world-class healthcare provider and destination for complex care and diagnosis. We are driven by our commitment to service, continuous improvement and to the highest degree of excellence. Collaboration between physicians, nurses, researchers, educators and other professionals who share their expertise leads to exciting discoveries and life-changing treatments for the people we serve.