Inventory & Logistics Lead

University of Iowa; Iowa City (IA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Iowa is seeking a Supply Chain Specialist to manage inventory, distribution, and receiving at the Downtown Campus. The role emphasizes accurate stock levels, timely replenishment, and coordination with Purchasing and Accounting to ensure efficient operations within a hospital setting.

Responsibilities include supervising staff, developing schedules, and driving continuous improvement initiatives. Schedule is M-F, on campus, with a focus on accuracy and customer service excellence.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 3-5 years of experience with supply chain logistical processes.
• At least one year of supervisory experience.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient in MS Office Suite with an emphasis on Microsoft Excel.

Responsibilities

• Manage inventory to ensure supplies are available in the right quantities at the right time while maintaining strong inventory turns.
• Review inventory quantities and products for accuracy, outdates, reorder quantities, and min/max levels.
• Determine staffing levels and maintain posted staff schedule.
• Supervise staff, coach, and assist with budgeting and resource use.
• Oversee receiving and distribution of supplies and timely deliveries.
• Maintain organized inventory locations and quarterly reviews of stock.
• Collaborate with Purchasing on orders, backorders, and product changes.
• Create and monitor department benchmarks and report to Supply Chain Manager.
• Support customer service improvement initiatives and rounding programs.
• Coordinate with Accounting to ensure accuracy of item master.
• Foster continuous improvement in the department.

Skills

Inventory management

Supervisory experience

Communication skills

MS Office Excel

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor’s degree in related field

Tools

SPM

PeopleSoft

Omnicell

Job description

University of Iowa is seeking a Supply Chain Specialist to manage inventory, distribution, and receiving at the Downtown Campus. The role emphasizes accurate stock levels, timely replenishment, and coordination with Purchasing and Accounting to ensure efficient operations within a hospital setting.

Responsibilities include supervising staff, developing schedules, and driving continuous improvement initiatives. Schedule is M-F, on campus, with a focus on accuracy and customer service excellence.