Inventory Coordinator

Wexner Medical Center; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 32,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center seeks an inventory professional to support a lean supply system across clinical areas. You will stock, track, and replenish supplies and act as the primary liaison between Distribution & Logistics and clinical staff.

Responsibilities include maintaining requisition, delivery, pricing, back-order and lot-number records, implementing the two-bin Kanban method, and collaborating with stakeholders to ensure seamless supply availability.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED and one year of inventory management experience.

Responsibilities

• Execute and administer a lean supply support system across clinical areas.
• Stock and manage inventory levels within assigned departments.
• Serve as liaison between Distribution & Logistics and clinical staff.
• Maintain records including requisitions, deliveries, pricing, back-orders, and lot numbers.
• Support the two-bin Kanban inventory implementation and replenishment.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure supply availability and operational efficiency.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

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Job Description

Under the supervision of the Supply Chain Manager or Supervisor, executes and administers a coordinated lean supply support system designed to operate efficiently and meet the needs of clinical areas throughout OSUWMC. Stocks and manages supply inventory levels within assigned clinical departments and serves as the primary liaison between the Distribution & Logistics team and clinical staff to support ongoing operational needs.

Maintains essential records and documentation, including requisition dates, delivery verification, invoice price confirmation, back-order status, and implant pricing. Ensures accurate tracking and reporting of supply chain data, including back orders, manufacturer numbers, expiration dates, product recalls, and lot numbers, to support compliance and inventory integrity.

Supports the implementation and ongoing maintenance of the two-bin Kanban inventory system and maintains all required documentation for accurate requisitioning and inventory replenishment. Demonstrates strong analytical, organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills while collaborating effectively with clinical and supply chain stakeholders to ensure seamless supply availability and operational efficiency.

Work Schedule

Monday - Friday position, 6:00am - 2:30pm, with rotating weekends and holidays.

Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma or GED and one year of inventory management experience.

Our Comprehensive Employee Benefits Include:

• An array of retirement plan options, each with a generous employer contribution.
• Affordable health insurance options, including dental, vision and prescription coverage that begin on day one.
• Paid vacation and sick leave, including short and long-term disability and paid parental leave.
• Get the most out of the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program.
• And much more!

Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check. A drug screen or physical may be required during the post offer process.

The university is an equal opportunity employer, including veterans and disability.

Thank you for your interest in working at Ohio State.