Inventory Tech: Precision Stock & Ops Lead

St Francis Hospital; Federal Way (WA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Virginia Mason Franciscan Health is seeking an Inventory Tech to efficiently manage medical supplies and equipment, ensuring optimal stock levels across patient care areas. You will receive, stock, issue, and track inventory, while using management systems and maintaining accurate records.

The role emphasizes attention to detail, organizational prowess, and the ability to train and lead junior staff. Join a team focused on cost control and reliable supply availability in a healthcare setting.

Qualifications

• One (1) year supply chain related experience or other relevant experience and
• Lead: One year of work experience as an Inventory Tech (or equivalent) or
• any combination of experience or education that would demonstrate the ability to perform the duties of the position.

Responsibilities

• Manages medical supply inventory using automated inventory control and par-level systems to order, receive, stock, restock, and distribute supplies and equipment while maintaining appropriate inventory levels.
• Maintains accurate inventory levels and stock locations by monitoring par levels, reorder points, and min/max quantities; rotating inventory; completing put-away and validation processes; and issuing or crediting materials through the inventory management system.
• Supports cost containment and inventory optimization by identifying excess, outdated, and slow-moving inventory, adjusting par levels and reorder points, returning excess stock, and processing applicable credits.
• Ensures supplies are readily available to patient care areas while maintaining clean, organized, and properly labeled stock locations and serving as a liaison between clinical staff and Supply Chain Management.
• Supports recalls and departmental initiatives by following direction from buyers and the Divisional Inventory Coordinator, pulling affected products, assisting with new processes and procedures, and helping investigate operational concerns or complaints.
• Provides lead-level support and training by training new or lower-level employees, monitoring workflow and productivity, preparing work schedules, identifying training needs, supporting quality and orientation programs, and assuming departmental responsibilities in the absence of the Supervisor/Manager.

Skills

Inventory management

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Inventory software

Cost containment

Job description

Virginia Mason Franciscan Health is seeking an Inventory Tech to efficiently manage medical supplies and equipment, ensuring optimal stock levels across patient care areas. You will receive, stock, issue, and track inventory, while using management systems and maintaining accurate records.

The role emphasizes attention to detail, organizational prowess, and the ability to train and lead junior staff. Join a team focused on cost control and reliable supply availability in a healthcare setting.