Logistics Associate- Full Time Day Shift

Penn Medicine, University of Pennsylvania Health System; West Chester (Chester County); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Penn Medicine is seeking a Logistics Associate to optimize inventory across nursing units and support high-quality patient care. The role partners with nursing leadership, clinical staff, materials management, and finance to reduce excess stock, set par levels, and identify cost-saving opportunities.

Responsibilities include cycle counting, par level reviews, inventory classification, monitoring storerooms, and reporting discrepancies.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 2+ years medical supply management or warehouse experience.
• 1+ years experience with inventory software, equipment tracking and barcode systems.
• In good standing with Medicare, Medicaid and other health programs; not excluded.
• Associate degree or related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain inventory control for supplies and equipment through cycle counting, par level reviews, par optimization, inventory classifications, and review of inventory and supply issues for storerooms and designated locations.
• Analyze inventory utilization patterns across nursing units and clinical departments.
• Provide data to Materials Management on inventory control, accuracy, and supply movement to improve operations.
• Monitor storerooms and projects related to storage needs and supply chain management.
• Evaluate and adjust supply par levels based on usage, census, and operational needs.
• Analyze productivity and standards for process and workflow improvements.
• Regularly review stock levels to identify overstocked, underutilized, and obsolete inventory.
• Report discrepancies to management using proper chain of command.
• Demonstrate accuracy in computer applications and tracking procedures.
• Identify opportunities to reduce carrying costs while maintaining service levels.
• Monitor inventory turnover and suggest efficiency improvements.
• Analyze product utilization trends and recommend value-enhancing alternatives.
• Support new product evaluations, conversions, and standardization efforts.

Education

H.S. Diploma/GED

Associate of Arts or Science (Preferred)

Education Specialization: Business or related medical or supply chain field

Tools

Inventory management software

Equipment tracking systems

Barcode systems

Job description

Description

Penn Medicine is dedicated to our tripartite mission of providing the highest level of care to patients, conducting innovative research, and educating future leaders in the field of medicine. Working for this leading academic medical center means collaboration with top clinical, technical and business professionals across all disciplines.

Description

Penn Medicine is dedicated to our tripartite mission of providing the highest level of care to patients, conducting innovative research, and educating future leaders in the field of medicine. Working for this leading academic medical center means collaboration with top clinical, technical and business professionals across all disciplines.

Today at Penn Medicine, someone will make a breakthrough. Someone will heal a heart, deliver hopeful news, and give comfort and reassurance. Our employees shape our future each day. Are you living your life's work?

Summary

• The Logistics Associate is responsible for analyzing, optimizing, and maintaining inventory levels across nursing units to ensure the efficient use of supplies while supporting high-quality patient care. This position partners closely with nursing leadership, clinical staff, materials management, and finance to evaluate inventory utilization, reduce excess stock, establish appropriate par levels, and identify cost‑saving opportunities. The Logistics Associate uses data‑driven decision‑making to improve inventory performance, reduce waste, and achieve organizational savings goals.

Responsibilities

• Maintain inventory control for supplies and equipment through cycle counting, par level reviews, par optimization, inventory classifications, and review of inventory and supply issues for the storerooms, par areas, and all other designated inventory locations.
• Analyze inventory utilization patterns across nursing units and clinical departments.
• Provide data to Materials Management on inventory control, inventory accuracy, and supply and equipment movement to establish more efficient operations.
• Monitors the Storerooms and numerous projects associated with short and long term storage needs and supply chain management.
• Evaluate and adjust supply par levels based on historical usage, patient census, and operational needs.
• Responsible for analyzing productivity and standards for process and workflow improvements.
• Conduct regular reviews of stock levels to identify overstocked, underutilized, and obsolete inventory
• Reports discrepancies, problems and concerns to management using proper chain of command.
• Demonstrates all computer applications accurately
• consistently follows tracking system procedures for supply and equipment tracking.
• Identify opportunities to reduce inventory carrying costs while maintaining service levels.
• Monitor inventory turnover rates and recommend strategies to improve efficiency.
• Analyze product utilization trends and recommend alternatives that improve value without compromising patient care.
• Support new product evaluations, conversions, and standardization efforts

Education or Equivalent Experience

• H.S. Diploma/GED (Required)
• And 2+ years Medical supply management or warehouse environment.
• 1+ years Experience with software applications such as inventory management, equipment tracking and bar code systems.
• And In good standing with Medicare, Medicaid, and other federal and state health insurance programs, i.3. not excluded from participation in Medicare, Medicaid or other federal or state health insurance programs.
• Associate of Arts or Science (Preferred)
• Education Specialization: Business or related medical or supply chain field.

We believe that the best care for our patients starts with the best care for our employees. Our employee benefits programs help our employees get healthy and stay healthy. We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits program that includes one of the finest prepaid tuition assistance programs in the region. Penn Medicine employees are actively engaged and committed to our mission. Together we will continue to make medical advances that help people live longer, healthier lives.

Live Your Life's Work

We are an Equal Opportunity employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, marital status, familial status, genetic information, domestic or sexual violence victim status, citizenship status, military status, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable law.