Supply Chain Associate

University of Iowa; Iowa City (IA); On-site; USD 37,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Retirement plans

Job summary

The University of Iowa Health Care Supply Chain Department seeks a Supply Chain Associate to manage supplies in operating rooms and clinical areas. You will act as a liaison for clinics and ORs, and use Excel, SPM, and Tableau to locate supplies and instruments.

Responsibilities include prompt communication with hospital staff on emergencies and requests, and mobility to move through the hospital while handling inventory and heavy carts. This is a full‑time, on‑campus role in Iowa City.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or related field or equivalent experience.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel.
• Prompt communication with hospital staff for emergencies and requests.
• Ability to move through hospital and transport heavy carts.

Responsibilities

• Manage supplies in operating rooms and clinic areas as liaison for clinics and ORs.
• Utilize Excel, SPM and Tableau to locate supplies and instruments and support staff.

Skills

Excel

Microsoft Office

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or related field

Tools

PeopleSoft

SPM

Tableau

Job description

The University of Iowa Health Care Supply Chain Department is seeking a Supply Chain Associate to manage supplies in the operating rooms and clinic areas. Duties to include:

• Serve as a Supply Chain Department liaison for clinics and operating rooms throughout the hospital and ISC.
• Utilize Microsoft Excel, SPM, and Tableau to locate supplies and instruments.
• Prompt communication with hospital staff regarding emergencies and requests.
• Ability to move on foot throughout hospital, move up to 25 pounds, and transport heavy case carts.
• Ability to position self to handle inventory on high or low shelving.
• Other duties as assigned.

Percent of Time

100%

Schedule

11:00p.m. to 7:30a.m. Sunday-Thursday

Benefits Highlights

• Regular salaried position located in Iowa City, Iowa
• Fringe benefit package including paid vacation; sick leave; health, dental, life and disability insurance options; and generous employer contributions into retirement plans

Required Qualifications

• A Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or related field or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, with emphasis on Excel
• Prompt communication with hospital staff regarding emergencies and requests
• Ability to move throughout hospital, move up to 25 pounds, and frequently transport heavy case carts
• Ability to position self to handle inventory on high or low shelving

Desirable Qualifications

• Utilize PeopleSoft, SPM, or Tableau
• Ability to effectively multi-task in a fast-paced environment
• Knowledge of University policies, procedures, and regulations
• Knowledge of supply chain management in a hospital setting
• Ability to meet UI Fleet Safety Standards

Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any conviction history and will be subject to a criminal background check and credential/education verification.

Additional Information

• Classification Title: Supply Chain Associate
• Appointment Type: Professional and Scientific
• Schedule: Full-time
• Work Modality Options: On Campus

Compensation

• Pay Level: 2B
• Starting Salary Minimum: $41,264
• Starting Salary Maximum: Commensurate

Contact Information

• Organization: Healthcare
• Contact Name: Jonathan Wiley
• Contact Email: [e-mail]