Senior Inventory Control & Procurement Specialist

Advocate Health; Hazel Crest (IL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Advocate Health is seeking an Inventory Procurement Specialist to optimize cost-effective inventory programs across Illinois facilities. You will monitor usage, coordinate quantities, and act as the primary contact for inter-facility transfers.

Key duties include resolving procurement issues, maintaining product catalogs, analyzing usage and costs, and collaborating with Corporate Purchasing to ensure timely vendor delivery.

Qualifications

• Working knowledge of computerized purchasing and/or materials management/distribution systems.
• Excellent communication, human relations, and analytical skills across healthcare personnel and professionals.
• Self-motivated and detail oriented.
• Basic computer skills including Microsoft Office suite.

Responsibilities

• Develops and maintains cost effective maintenance and monitoring programs for inventory to maximize usage and minimize expenses.
• Coordinates inventory quantities across sites and serves as the main contact for inter-facility transfers.
• Resolves procurement issues including vendor disputes, invoice discrepancies, expedited orders, and damaged product handling.
• Reviews and makes recommendations on inventory data levels and consolidation opportunities.

Skills

Inventory management

Analytical skills

Communication

Microsoft Office

Healthcare procurement

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

ASLMC Services

Job description

Advocate Health is seeking an Inventory Procurement Specialist to optimize cost-effective inventory programs across Illinois facilities. You will monitor usage, coordinate quantities, and act as the primary contact for inter-facility transfers.

Key duties include resolving procurement issues, maintaining product catalogs, analyzing usage and costs, and collaborating with Corporate Purchasing to ensure timely vendor delivery.