Inventory Control Specialist

Astera Cancer Care; Grand Rapids, Northern (MI, KY); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

The Cancer & Hematology Centers in Grand Rapids, MI is hiring an Inventory Control Specialist to lead and optimize inventory and logistics for clinical and office supplies. You will oversee reorders, purchase orders, and inbound shipments to multiple clinics, ensuring accurate data and timely availability.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma, strong Excel skills, and experience with inventory systems.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required with supply chain experience preferred.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and MS Office; strong data accuracy and typing skills.
• Able to manage inventory, orders, and vendor communications effectively.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage inventory and logistics of clinical, pharmacy, and office supplies.
• Replenish stock, process purchase orders, and oversee shipping/receiving for clinics.
• Forecast material purchases and monitor pricing in inventory systems.
• Collaborate with teams to optimize workflow and support patient care.

Skills

Excel

Organizational skills

Interpersonal communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Inventory management systems

Purchase Orders

Microsoft Office

Job description

## Inventory Control SpecialistApply: Grand Rapids, MI: Full time: Posted 3 Days Ago: R-0000025661Our Mission: At The Cancer & Hematology Centers we are dedicated to help, healing and hope for cancer patients and their families.We provide our patients with advanced treatments, innovative research and, above all else, compassionate care. Our patients receive the most comprehensive, contemporary cancer care balanced with the compassion of a dedicated nursing and support staff. Treating cancer requires a team of committed and caring health care professionals working together to understand and address your needs. In addition to caring physicians, we have a full range of support staff available to assist you and your family, such as oncology-certified nurses, social workers, experienced lab and pharmacy personnel and a psychologist. Our focus is not just on healing but also on helping and offering hope. We know that being diagnosed with cancer is a life-changing event, and it takes a lot of adjustment to accept the emotional and physical realities of this disease. Our staff understands what you’re going through and can offer compassion and resources to help. To us, it’s important that healing isn't just centered on your disease site. Our cutting-edge cancer care is available close to home. Our medical staff have close ties to prominent hospitals and ongoing cancer research, and we bring those breakthrough advances to our regional centers to progress the level of care that is offered right here at home.Why Join Us? We are looking for talented and high-motivated individuals who demonstrate a natural desire to support the meaningful work of community oncologists and the patients we serve.**Job Description:****Summary**Responsible for leading, managing, transforming, and developing the inventory and logistics of pharmaceutical, medical and office supplies within the organization. Provides oversight of inventory housed within CHC clinics and corporate office. Replenishes supplies as indicated. Requests items from warehouse and other vendors as needed.**CHC Team Philosophy**Must demonstrate ability to work with TEAMS. Must demonstrate positive attitude and can do spirit. Major focus must be on doing what’s best for our patients, physicians and staff. Must demonstrate honesty and integrity in every area of leading.**Job Requirements***Education:* High school diploma or GED. Supply Chain Management experience preferred. Pharmacy Technician experience a plus.*Experience:*Microsoft Office skills, especially Excel.*Other:*Must have a high degree of organizational skills. Excellent interpersonal relationship skills and communication skills both written and verbal.**Essential Duties & Responsibilities**Prepares essential data for RFX (Request for Proposal, Information, Quotation, etc.) Stocks, replenishes, and maintains inventory of clinical storage areas (including nurse servers) office and other departmental supplies as instructed. Completes Purchase Orders. Provides shipping and receiving oversight for clinic locations. Tracks progress of Purchase Order fulfillment Forecasts necessary purchase of materials. Input and cross-checking pricing of supplies in various inventory management systems. Completes usage report of materials. Assists with special projects as assigned.Functions as a team member by expanding his/her responsibilities as directed by management to facilitate optimal workflow within the cancer center.Providing advanced treatments and compassionate care close to home.