Distribution Specialist

MultiCare Health System; Olympia (WA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

MultiCare Health System in Olympia, WA seeks a Distribution Specialist to monitor and assure that supply and patient care equipment are maintained. You will resolve requests and inquiries, ensuring an excellent health care experience for MultiCare patients and families.

You will verify materials against purchase orders, coordinate with Purchasing to resolve discrepancies, and manage returns and stocking within the Distribution Storeroom.

Qualifications

• High School graduate or equivalent.
• 2+ years experience in receiving/distribution in warehousing or hospital inventory control.
• Experience with MS Word and MS Excel.
• Experience with computerized Materials Management system.
• Experience with electronic signature software.
• Basic PC skills with common business applications.

Responsibilities

• Verify materials and receipts against purchase orders.
• Coordinate with Purchasing to resolve PO or receipt discrepancies.
• Package and process returns to vendors or other facilities and coordinate shipping.
• Supply stores stock within its designated Distribution Storeroom location.

Skills

Receiving

Warehousing

Inventory control

MS Word

MS Excel

PC skills

Electronic signature software

Materials Management system

Education

High School diploma

Tools

Electronic signature software

Computerized Materials Management system

Job description

Join a team that shares your calling

At MultiCare, you're more than just a job title - you're part of a team built on trust that cares for each other, our patients and our communities. Belonging here means living our mission and values every day. If your purpose and passions align with ours, you'll find a place to grow, do meaningful work and build a career you love in a community that feels like home.

FTE: 1.0, Shift: Day, Schedule: Day

Position Summary

The Distribution Specialist is an exciting opportunity in the Supply Chain Operations team responsible for monitoring and assuring supply and patient care equipment are maintained.
Resolving and fulfilling requests and inquiries, your work will directly contribute to ensuring excellent health care experiences for MultiCare patients and families.

Responsibilities

• You will verify materials and receipts documentation against purchase order and inputs purchase order receipts
• You will coordinate with Purchasing personnel to resolve purchase order or receipt discrepancies
• You will package and process supplies and materials being returned to vendors or other facilities and coordinates shipping
• You will supply stores stock supplies within its designated Distribution Storeroom location

Requirements

• High School graduate or equivalent preferred
• Minimum two (2) years of experience in receiving, distribution of products, warehousing, storekeeping, hospital Central Service or Inventory Control preferred (or combination of knowledge and education that would exhibit the qualifications to execute the duties of the position)
• Computer input/keyboard experience desired
• Computerized Materials Management system experience preferred
• Experience in using an electronic signature software preferred
• Basic experience in PC business applications including MS Word and Excel

About Capital Medical Center

MultiCare Capital Medical Center is a 107-bed community hospital providing award-winning care to Olympia and surrounding communities. Recognized for excellence in patient safety, the hospital offers more than 20 specialties including emergency services, surgical care and a dedicated birth center - all delivered with compassion and integrity.

About the Olympia Community

As Washington's capital, Olympia combines historic charm with natural beauty along southern Puget Sound. A stable workforce and well-supported schools complement a thriving downtown with eclectic shopping, dining and cultural experiences. Residents enjoy over 40 parks and trails, saltwater beaches and forested landscapes - perfect for outdoor enthusiasts.

Why MultiCare?

Rooted in the local community

Partnering with patients, families and neighbors across the Pacific Northwest for more than 140 years.

Growth and education

Competitive tuition assistance, award-winning residencies, fellowships and career development to invest in you.

Well-being and support

Generous PTO, Code Lavender and Employee Assistance Programs to help you maintain balance and feel cared in your work and life.

Living our values

Respect, integrity, kindness and collaboration guide how we care for patients, communities and each other.

Belonging for all

Resource Groups and outreach programs help ensure every team member feels safe, seen, heard and valued.

Pacific Northwest lifestyle

Work and live where natural beauty, adventure and strong community connections are part of everyday life.

Pay and Benefit Expectations

We provide a comprehensive benefits package, including competitive salary, medical, dental and retirement benefits and paid time off. As required by various pay transparency laws, we share a competitive range of compensation for candidates hired into each position. The pay scale is $22.87 - $34.78 USD. However, pay is influenced by factors specific to applicants, including but not limited to: skill set, level of experience, and certification(s) and/or education. If this position is associated with a union contract, pay will be reflective of the appropriate step on the pay scale to which the applicant's years of experience align.

Associated benefit information can be viewed here.