Inventory Specialist

Smith & Nephew; Town of Charlotte (NY); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k Matching Program

Tuition Reimbursement

Flexible Personal/Vacation Time Off

Paid Holidays

Hybrid Work Model

Job summary

Life Unlimited at Smith+Nebh seeks an Inventory Specialist to manage territory inventory, ensure accurate records, and support surgical case coverage. You will optimize asset utilization, coordinate instrument sets for surgeries, and collaborate with sales and logistics to improve service levels.

The role requires 2–5 years in related fields, lifting capability, and a valid driver’s license; on-site in Charlotte, NC with standard warehouse duties.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required; bachelor’s degree preferred.
• 2–5 years’ experience in operations, logistics, or business analysis.
• Lift 75 lbs and work in a warehouse environment; valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate inventory records as products flow through the territory.
• Manage inventory levels, perform field cycle counts, and reconcile variances.
• Coordinate surgery schedules and ensure timely delivery of instrument sets.
• Analyze asset utilization and provide inventory optimization recommendations.
• Perform order entry and support field sales with inventory availability.
• Train and guide other personnel in warehouse procedures and Move/SAP systems.

Skills

Inventory management

Data analysis

Collaboration with sales

Problem solving

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Tools

Move Medical

SAP

Job description

Life Unlimited. At Smith+Nebh, we design and manufacture technology that takes the limits off living. The Inventory Specialist function is a critical component of Smith+Nebh’s overall US Supply Chain strategy. We are the last mile and the difference between success and failure in thousands of hospitals and surgery centers each day, where our customers are helping their patients improve their lives. It can and will be stressful, but it is rewarding knowing that you played a critical part in the positive outcome for a patient whose life is being restored through our products. You are responsible for maintaining accurate inventory records of products as they flow through the territory. Accountability of products missing from sets is critical to ensure proper billings. You will be responsible for case coverage, inventory management, and analyzing data. Inventory Specialist is an on-site member of the Logistics Team in a territory sales office(s). This role is responsible for managing and implementing company inventory and asset management policies and procedures for territory and/or area level. This includes improving asset utilization and minimizing inventory/instrument investment as well as maintaining accurate records of product placements. This role is responsible for coordinating surgery schedules, preparing, and ensuring accurate and timely delivery of instruments and implants sets for surgery. A solid understanding of company products, operating system, and procedures is critical. This position is located in Charlotte, NC.

What will you be doing?

Performs work duties accomplishing daily goals, including but not limited to, the picking of Finished Goods, packing of Finished Goods, maintaining inventory accuracy, sourcing cases, and overcommunication to the sales reps. Manage inventory levels across the sales district, ensuring the right quantities are in the right place. Additionally, you will manage the quality of our products in the field. Ensure all product recall activity is performed immediately to ensure compliance to all required. Coordinate with Quality and Regulatory to ensure verify and ensure all compliance procedures are followed. Ensure consignment locations have valid consignment agreements and/or custody cards as required. Perform Field Cycle Counts as required. Coordinate and participate in territory physical inventories ensure all preparation guidelines are performed, conduct counts, and perform required physical inventory reconciliation. Ensure minimal location/account variances and ensure adjustments (positive/negative) meet established company variance percentages and dollar amounts. Perform field location/account visits/reviews to ensure consigned inventory instruments and implants are verified with account and ensure after reviews that instrument sets and implant inventory levels are correct and adjusted accordingly. Reconciliation variances should be addressed with the appropriate sales representative(s) and management. Perform IAP validations semi-annually and ensure all required adjustments are performed to maintain accurate IAP records. Analyze inventory asset levels to increase utilization and to provide improved sales performance providing recommendations and implementing appropriate strategies. Perform Instrument and implant utilization analysis to find opportunities, inventory efficiencies with sales management and sales force. Ensure compliance of company asset utilization goals and objectives. Partner with the sales management team, sales force, and logistics management to ensure excellent sales support. Perform period, quarterly and annual product reporting to provide guidance for set and inventory deployments. Perform analysis/reporting affecting all P&L related territory and/or area operations (i.e., Stock Withdrawal budget, freight analysis, courier usage, etc.). Process all required order entry as to maintain and manage scheduled surgery cases daily. Perform MOVE system reviews with Field Logistics Specialist to ensure excellent sales product support for surgeries and assess Kit utilization to ensure maximum utilization. Required to perform on call support as required. Understand and perform the functions and procedures pertaining to the efficient operation of warehousing. Perform daily/period freight activity reviews on all FedEx and courier usage to ensure costing is correct and most economical. Determine and ensure the least cost method of providing product to customer is performed. This includes Mobile vans, Courier, and freight utilization is being monitored and reviewed each period. Learn our software Systems such as Move Medical and SAP used daily. Train and direct other personnel in their duties, both clerical and physical.

What will you need to be successful?

High School Diploma or equivalency required. Bachelor’s degree preferred. Minimum of 2 to 5 years’ experience in a related field (i.e. Operations, Logistics, Business Analyst, Business Consultant). Lift 75 lbs. Standing, walking, bending, stooping, pushing, and pulling commonly occurring for long periods of time. Valid Driver’s License with clean record. Standout Colleague: Be available for occasional on-call shift, work within a team, taking charge when needed, and be comfortable working in a warehouse environment.

You. Unlimited. We believe in creating the greatest good for society. Our strongest investments are in our people and the patients we serve. Inclusion, Diversity and Equity- Committed to Welcoming, Celebrating and Thriving on Diversity, Learn more about Employee Inclusion Groups on our website (https://www.smith-nephew.com/ ).

Your Future

• 401k Matching Program
• 401k Plus Program
• Discounted Stock Options
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Work/Life Balance: Flexible Personal/Vacation Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Flex Holidays
• Paid Community Service Day

Your Wellbeing

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Health Savings Account (Employer Contribution of $500+ annually)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Parental Leave
• Fertility and Adoption Assistance Program

Flexibility

• Hybrid Work Model (For most professional roles)

Training

• Hands-On
• Team-Customized
• Mentorship

Extra Perks

• Discounts on fitness clubs
• travel and more!

Smith+Nebh provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability.

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