Lead Supply Chain Technician

1004 Lehigh Valley Hospital; Allentown (Lehigh County); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Lehigh Valley Health Network is seeking a front-line leader for daily supply chain operations at Lehigh Valley Hospital Cedar Crest. You will troubleshoot operational issues, coordinate SDS resources, and ensure timely replenishment across the supply chain.

The role emphasizes on-site leadership, adherence to departmental standards, and collaboration with clinical leadership. Strong inventory awareness and hands-on warehousing tasks are required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• At least 3 years of progressive supply chain experience.
• Familiarity with inventory planning and manufacturing operations.
• Basic computer/PC navigation skills.

Responsibilities

• Serve as on-site primary contact for SDS resources and staff.
• Provide guidance to SDS team members to ensure daily tasks are completed to standards.
• Determine the amount of supply needed for each bin using handheld scanners.
• Maintain and adjust stock levels with customer and inventory analyst as needed.
• Deliver supplies to appropriate locations and verify quantity, description, and expiration dates.
• Perform receiving, shipping, and linen handling duties; rotate stock and manage code cart process.

Skills

Supply chain experience

Inventory management

Computer skills

Handheld scanners

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Associate’s Degree

Tools

WMS / ERP systems

Job description

Imagine a career at one of the nation's most advanced health networks. Be part of an exceptional health care experience. Join the inspired, passionate team at Lehigh Valley Health Network, a nationally recognized, forward-thinking organization offering plenty of opportunity to do great work. LVHN has been ranked among the "Best Hospitals" by U.S. News & World Report for 23 consecutive years. We're a Magnet(tm) Hospital, having been honored five times with the American Nurses Credentialing Center's prestigious distinction for nursing excellence and quality patient outcomes in our Lehigh Valley region. Finally, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Cedar Crest, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Muhlenberg, Lehigh Valley Hospital- Hazleton, and Lehigh Valley Hospital - Pocono each received an 'A' grade on the Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group in 2020, the highest grade in patient safety. These recognitions highlight LVHN's commitment to teamwork, compassion, and technology with an unrelenting focus on delivering the best health care possible every day. Whether you're considering your next career move or your first, you should consider Lehigh Valley Health Network.

Summary

Provides front-line leadership for efficient daily supply chain operations. Troubleshoots all supply chain functions and operational issues that may involve work delays, staffing, training colleagues, and resolving customer or supplier issues.

Job Duties

Acts as the on site primary point of contact for SDS resources and staff. Provides guidance to SDS team members to ensure daily tasks are completed in accordance with departmental standards. Determines the amount of supply needed for each bin in a clean supply room and ensures that there is enough supply to last until the next replenishment cycle by using the handheld scanner to enter the amount to be picked. Maintains, adjusts and monitors stock levels and works in conjunction with customer and inventory analyst on changes to the stock levels, as needed. Picks supplies scanned from the warehouse/storeroom, while verifying each item by product number, unit of measure, manufacturer number, warehouse location, and quantity to be picked. Ensures that colleagues decrease supplies, as necessary. Delivers supplies to appropriate locations, which includes verifying the supply quantity and description, checking expiration dates, and placing supplies in the correct bins/locations. Straightens up supply rooms, rotating stock, bringing back items that need to be returned for credit, and noting any issues of concern for follow-up. Performs follow-up with clinical leadership, as needed. Performs receiving functions both physically and in the enterprise resource planning system, as well as outgoing shipping functions and investigating missing or delayed packages. Conducts on the job training to SDS staff in accordance with established procedures and practices, including the safe operation of material handling equipment (such as pallet truck/jack). Packs, orders, delivers, monitors, collects, and returns clean and soiled linen (including scrubs and slings) to end users. Checks on work in progress or spot checks work not requiring review. Delivers daily shift summary to management and/or peers. Participates in the preparation for, and completion of, physical inventory. Builds, replenishes, and oversees the code cart process.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED
• 3 years Progressive experience in any aspect of the supply chain management field
• Familiarity with supply chain processes (e.g., inventory planning and manufacturing operations).
• Demonstrates basic computer/PC navigation skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree
• Ability to use warehousing devices and equipment, hardware, and software.

Physical Demands

• Lift and carry 25 lbs. frequent sitting/standing, frequent keyboard use, *patient care providers may be required to perform activities specific to their role including kneeling, bending, squatting and performing CPR.

Job Description Disclaimer

Job Description Disclaimer: This position description provides the major duties/responsibilities, requirements and working conditions for the position. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current position, however management reserves the right to revise or change as necessary to meet organizational needs. Other responsibilities may be assigned when circumstances require.

Lehigh Valley Health Network is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with, and where applicable, in addition to federal, state and local employment regulations, Lehigh Valley Health Network will provide employment opportunities to all persons without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or other such protected classes as may be defined by law. All personnel actions and programs will adhere to this policy. Personnel actions and programs include, but are not limited to recruitment, selection, hiring, transfers, promotions, terminations, compensation, benefits, educational programs and/or social activities.

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Work Shift: Evening Shift Address: 1200 S Cedar Crest Blvd Primary Location: Lehigh Valley Hospital- Cedar Crest Position Type: Onsite Union: Not Applicable Work Schedule: Monday-Friday; 3:00p-11:30p alternating weekends and holiday rotation Department: 1004-09274 Supply Distribution Services - CC Lehigh Valley Health Network (LVHN) is the region’s largest employer and health care provider of choice.

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