Inventory Specialist

CommonSpirit Health; Federal Way, Northern (WA, KY); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Virginia Mason Franciscan Health is seeking an Inventory Specialist to efficiently manage supplies and equipment, ensuring optimal stock levels across patient care areas.

You will restock daily, monitor par levels, and utilize inventory systems to track items, discrepancies, and credits while maintaining organized stock locations and cost control.

Qualifications

• Three years of clerical experience evidencing relevant skills.
• One year as an Inventory Specialist or equivalent leadership in inventory.

Responsibilities

• Restocks supplies daily and rotates inventory to maintain accurate levels.
• Distributes medical supplies and equipment to patient care areas.
• Monitors par levels to ensure adequate stock without impacting care.
• Identifies excess inventory and coordinates returns/credits; flags outdated items.
• Participates in put-away and validation of perpetual inventory items in the system.
• Labels bins and maintains clean, organized stock locations.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Inventory management

Inventory software

Communication

Tools

Inventory management systems

Job description

Job Summary and Responsibilities

As an Inventory Specialist, you will efficiently and accurately manage supplies and equipment, ensuring optimal stock levels.
Every day you will receive, stock, issue, and track inventory, performing counts, reconciling discrepancies, processing orders, and utilizing management systems.
To be successful, you will demonstrate meticulous attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and proficiency in inventory software, crucial for operational efficiency and cost control.

• Restocks supplies daily and rotates inventory supporting accurate inventory levels, generating orders/requisitions as needed
• Distributes medical supplies and equipment to patient care areas
• Monitors par levels for specific products to assure that appropriate levels are established in order not to affect patient care
• Identifies excess inventory, returning stock and processing credits; notifies supervisor of outdates or slow moving inventory
• Participates in the put away and validation process of perpetual inventory items, and issues and credits materials from the inventory management point-of-use system
• Labels bins and handles requests to change pars; maintains clean and orderly stock locations

Job Requirements

Required

• A minimum of three (3) years of clerical work experience that demonstrates attainment of the requisite job knowledge skills/abilities. and
• Lead: One year of work experience as an Inventory Specialist (or equivalent) or
• any combination of experience or education that would demonstrate the ability to perform the duties of the position.
• None, upon hire

Preferred

• Two years of related work experience in a Material Management function (e.g. inventory, distribution, etc.)

Where You'll Work

Virginia Mason Franciscan Health has a rich history of providing exceptional healthcare, dating back to 1891. Building upon a legacy of compassionate care and innovation, our organization has evolved over the years through strategic partnerships and integrations to expand our reach and services across the Puget Sound area.
Today, as Virginia Mason Franciscan Health, we remain deeply committed to healing the whole person - body, mind, and spirit - in the communities we serve. This commitment is strengthened by the diverse expertise and shared values brought together through our growth.
Our dedicated providers offer a full spectrum of health care services, from routine wellness to complex disease management, all grounded in rigorous research and education. Our comprehensive network of 10 hospitals and nearly 300 care sites strategically located across the greater Puget Sound region reflects our ongoing commitment to accessibility and comprehensive care.
We are proud of our pioneering medical advances and numerous awards and accreditations that reflect our dedication to excellence. When you join Virginia Mason Franciscan Health, you become part of a team that delivers top-quality, professional healthcare in modern, well-equipped facilities, and contributes to a legacy of service built on collaboration and shared purpose.