Lead Materials Specialist — Night Shift

UChicago Medicine; Illinois; On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

UChicago Medicine in Chicago, IL is seeking a Lead Material Specialist in the Supply Chain Department to supervise and coordinate daily intake, storage, and delivery of supplies across patient care areas. The role ensures accurate inventory, timely distribution, and strong customer service for clinical and non-clinical staff.

The Lead acts as on-call supervisor when needed, coordinates daily activities, and mentors other material specialists while maintaining safe, organized stock locations and

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Ability to prioritize assignments and work without supervision.
• Familiar with personal computers; handheld devices preferred.
• Strong math and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds and push 450 pounds.
• Knowledge of inventory management and receiving processes preferred.
• Experience with disposable hospital supplies preferred.

Responsibilities

• Use inventory management system to issue supplies to various departments and generate inventory stocking reports.
• Utilize handheld technology to process and deliver all inbound shipments accurately and according to standard work.
• Attend daily MDI huddles to discuss work area, metrics, and schedules.
• Answer phones in assigned areas to assist customers with a positive tone.
• Replenish and maintain all supply chain stocking locations.
• Assemble and maintain Crash Cart trays and carts; manage equipment in emergencies.
• Performs other duties assigned

Skills

Customer service

Verbal communication

Prioritization

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Inventory management system

Handheld devices

Job description

UChicago Medicine in Chicago, IL is seeking a Lead Material Specialist in the Supply Chain Department to supervise and coordinate daily intake, storage, and delivery of supplies across patient care areas. The role ensures accurate inventory, timely distribution, and strong customer service for clinical and non-clinical staff.

The Lead acts as on-call supervisor when needed, coordinates daily activities, and mentors other material specialists while maintaining safe, organized stock locations and