Lead Inventory Coordinator

Premier, Inc.; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401k retirement program

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Employee incentive plans

On-site and online exercise classes

Job summary

Premier, Inc. is seeking a Lead Inventory Coordinator to oversee surgical services and central processing inventories. You will procure supplies, stock locations, and manage par levels in ERP to ensure cost efficiency and timely equipment returns.

You will lead inventory coordination activities, monitor workflows, and collaborate with the purchasing team to optimize delivery timelines and operational efficiency in a hospital setting.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Experience in healthcare supply chain preferred.
• Inventory management experience leading small teams.

Responsibilities

• Procure supplies for surgical services and central processing; stock locations and manage par levels in ERP.
• Coordinate with purchasing to ensure timely deliveries and manage backorders.
• Monitor daily workflow of Inventory Coordinators and assist Operations with efficiency opportunities.

Skills

Inventory management

ERP ordering systems

Healthcare supply chain

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

ERP system

Inventory management system

Job description

Lead Inventory Coordinator

Responsible for the procurement function for the surgical suites and Central Processing asset inventories. This includes insuring all supplies are readily available for scheduled cases while maintaining a volume that is cost efficient. Oversees the inventory and procurement process. Responsible for timely return of equipment and materials. Monitors the Inventory Coordinators workflow.

Key Responsibilities

• Responsibility #1– 65% Procurement of supplies for surgical services and central processing departments. Physical stocking of supply locations from loading dock, to surgical services locations. Place orders in our ERP system, and manage par levels of high value items in our inventory management system.
• Responsibility #2 – 20% Work closely with purchasing team to ensure timely delivery of procured items Manage backorders, and assist clinical team in identifying substitute items Maintain close relationship and regular communication with clinical teams and clinical management.
• Responsibility #3 – 15% Monitor daily workflow of Inventory Coordinators and assist Operating Room Materials Manager with daily operations Work closely with Operating Room Materials Manager in identifying operational efficiency opportunities.

Required Qualifications

• Work Experience: Years of Applicable Experience - 0 or more years
• Education: High School Diploma or GED (Required)

Preferred Qualifications

• Skills: Inventory Management Experience in leading small teams
• Ability to work on a computer and be efficient in ordering practices in our ERP system and inventory management system
• Experience: Supply chain experience in a healthcare setting

Additional Job Requirements

• Remain in a stationary position for prolonged periods of time
• Be adaptive and change priorities quickly; meet deadlines
• Attention to detail
• Operate computer programs and software
• Ability to communicate effectively with audiences in person and in electronic formats.
• Day-to-day contact with others (co-workers and/or the public)
• Making independent decisions
• Ability to work in a collaborative business environment in close quarters with peers and varying interruptions
• Working Conditions: Hospital Environment
• Travel Requirements: No travel required
• Physical Demands: Heavy: Exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

Salary & Benefits

• Premier’s internal salary range for this role is $52,000 - $78,000.
• Premier utilizes a wide-range salary structure to allow base salary flexibility within our ranges.
• Qualified full-time and part-time employees also receive access to the following benefits: Health, dental, vision, life and disability insurance 401k retirement program Paid time off Participation in Premier’s employee incentive plans Tuition reimbursement and professional development opportunities
• Perks and discounts Access to on-site and online exercise classes

Company Information

Premier at a glance: Granted World's Most Ethical Companies, Ethisphere, 2008-2026 Named U.S. News & World Report, Best Companies to Work For (2023, 2024, 2025) Accredited by Forbes: America’s Best Management Consulting Firms 2024-2025 Given Modern Healthcare Best in Business Awards: Consultants- Healthcare Management Awarded Cigna Workforce Designation Gold Level Recipient (2016,2017,2019,2020,2021,2022,2023,2025) For a listing of all of our awards, please visit the Awards and Recognition section on our company website.

Employees receive: Perks and discounts Access to on-site and online exercise classes Premier is looking for smart, agile individuals like you to help us transform the healthcare industry. Here you will find critical thinkers who have the freedom to make an impact. Colleagues who share your thirst to learn more and do things better. Teammates committed to improving the health of a nation. See why incredible challenges require incredible people.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Premier is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to unlawful discrimination because of their age, race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, familial status, pregnancy status, genetic information, status as a victim of domestic violence, covered military or protected veteran status (e.g., status as a Vietnam Era veteran, disabled veteran, special disabled veteran, Armed Forces Serviced Medal veteran, recently separated veteran, or other protected veteran) disability, or any other applicable federal, state or local protected class, trait or status or that of persons with whom an applicant associates. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state and local law. In addition, as a federal contractor, Premier complies with government regulations, including affirmative action responsibilities, where they apply. EEO / AA / Disabled / Protected Veteran Employer. Premier also provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with a disability or those who have a sincerely held religious belief.

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Thank you for your interest in Premier! We will never ask for a financial commitment as part of our interview process with candidates. Any personal details collected in connection with a legitimate offer of employment will be sought only through Premier’s Human Resources platform. Thank you for your interest in joining our team!

Company Overview

About Premier, Inc. Premier, Inc. is a leading technology-driven healthcare improvement company, providing solutions to two-thirds of all healthcare providers in the U.S. Playing a critical role in the rapidly evolving healthcare industry, Premier unites providers, suppliers and payers to make healthcare better with national scale, smarter with actionable intelligence and faster with novel technologies. Headquartered in Charlotte, N.C., Premier is passionate about transforming American healthcare. Please visit Premier’s news sites onwww.premierinc.com; as well asTwitter,Facebook,LinkedIn,YouTube,InstagramandPremier’s blogfor more information about the company.

As an employer, Premier offers full and part time positions as well as contingent work. For those interested in working at Premier but don’t see a current opening that aligns with your skills and abilities.