Sr. Supply Chain Coordinator

Ohio State University; United States; On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Ohio State University in Central Sterile Supply is seeking a Sr. Supply Chain Coordinator to support daily operations, including forecasting, requisitioning, inventory control, and implant/consignment management.

The role applies lean principles to optimize stock, manage two-bin Kanban, prevent stockouts, and coordinate with clinical teams and vendors. It emphasizes audit readiness and accurate charge capture.

Qualifications

• Requires a High School diploma or GED plus at least 2 years of relevant supply chain experience.
• Experience with Kanban inventory systems and cycle counting is preferred.
• Strong collaboration with clinical staff and vendors.
• Familiarity with accreditation and audit requirements is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Support daily supply chain operations in procedural areas.
• Forecast, requisition, and manage inventory to ensure availability.
• Implement and maintain two-bin Kanban system.
• Monitor expiration, perform annual physical inventories, and par level analysis.
• Analyze utilization, cost savings, and supply chain metrics.

Skills

Inventory management

Lean principles

Data analysis

Collaboration with clinical staff

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Job Title: Sr. Supply Chain Coordinator Department: University Hospital | IPT Activation - Supply Chain and Stocking

Job Description

This position is responsible for supporting daily supply chain operations within procedural areas, including forecasting, requisitioning, inventory control, and implant/consignment management. The role utilizes lean supply chain principles to ensure the timely availability of supplies while optimizing inventory levels and operational efficiency. Responsibilities also include managing case picking activities and collaborating closely with clinical staff to maintain accurate and up-to-date preference cards. The individual in this role is responsible for implementing and maintaining the two-bin Kanban inventory system within procedural areas. They serve as a key liaison between clinical teams, supply chain personnel, and vendors to address a variety of supply chain activities, including expiration tracking, cycle counting, annual physical inventories, par level analysis, product evaluations, product conversions, product discontinuations, preference card management, and storage optimization. Additionally, the position ensures compliance with accreditation standards and audit requirements through effective inventory and process controls. This role proactively monitors and resolves charge capture discrepancies to prevent supply shortages, stockouts, and missed revenue opportunities. Working collaboratively with clinical and supply chain stakeholders, the incumbent evaluates new products and equipment and provides data-driven analyses related to utilization, cost savings, volumes, and other key performance metrics to support informed decision-making and continuous process improvement.

Minimum Qualifications High School diploma or GED and 2 years of relevant experience.

Additional Information:

Location: Central Sterile Supply (1029)

Position Type: Regular

Scheduled Hours: 40

Shift: Second Shift

Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check. A drug screen or physical may be required during the post offer process.

The university is an equal opportunity employer, including veterans and disability.

Ohio State benefits give you options to take care of what matters most to you — and opportunities to make adjustments as your life and needs change, including:

• Medical, dental and vision coverage, with Ohio State paying a significant portion of the cost.
• Paid time off, including sick and vacation time and 11 holidays.
• State retirement plan or an alternative retirement plan, both with generous employer contributions.

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