Supply Chain Materials Specialist

Fox Valley Orthopedic; United States; On-site; USD 30,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Fox Valley Orthopedics is seeking an Inventory Coordinator to manage incoming supplies, verify documents, and support central supply operations. The role requires accuracy, strong organization, and the ability to work with OR staff, physicians, and vendors in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities include auditing deliveries, restocking, creating requisitions, and maintaining safe, clean supply areas while supporting department meetings and safety programs.

Qualifications

• Requires high school diploma or GED.
• Experience in medical or inventory roles preferred.
• Proficiency with MS Office applications is expected.

Responsibilities

• Inspect and verify incoming items against docs and report shortages.
• Break down and distribute deliveries to departments.
• Process surgical casework and create requisitions as needed.
• Scan and label incoming supplies.
• Pull supplies for patient case carts and restock as needed.
• Maintain Central Supply Room organization and expiration date checks.
• Assist with inventory counts and cost-reduction opportunities.
• Engage with vendors and maintain a respectful attitude.

Skills

Office suite proficiency

Independent work

Work under pressure

Time management

Prioritization

Attention to detail

Communication

Team collaboration

Cross-training

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Company Overview

FOX VALLEY ORTHOPEDICS Where Innovation Meets Comprehensive, Personalized Care Our team members are critical to our success and growth and are rewarded for their dedication and hard work.

Position Summary

Position Summary of their performance to department KPI’s. Lead’s the team by putting inventory standards in place and auditing the results.

Education and Experience

• Education: High school diploma or GED required.
• Experience: Any previous medical and inventory experience preferred.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams).
• Ability to work independently and efficiently, with minimal supervision.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Strong sense of time, urgency, and organization.
• Ability to quickly prioritize tasks.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Must be a team player and have the ability to work with a variety of team members, including operating room staff, physicians, and vendors.
• Willingness to cross-train on all aspects of the supply chain team.

Essential Job Functions

• Inspect and verify incoming goods against packing slips or other documents, report shortages, and reject damaged goods.
• Promptly breakdown deliveries, sort and distribute supplies to the appropriate departments.
• Processes surgical casework and creating requisitions as needed.
• Scan and label incoming supplies.
• Pull supplies for patient case carts.
• Restocking specialty supply and implant carts.
• Restock goods for the Central Supply Room.
• Rotate and check supply and implant expiration dates.
• Assist with Bi-annual cycle/inventory counts.
• Looks for opportunities to standardize supplies.
• Routinely assesses opportunities to reduce supply costs.
• Train on MMIS application; completes data entry.
• Engage with vendors and drivers with a positive and respectful attitude.
• Maintain a safe, organized, and clean environment.
• Participate in Performance Improvement activities.
• Attend and participate in department meetings.
• Attend mandatory educational programs.
• Comply with safety policies and procedures, and regulatory requirements such as OSHA and The Joint Commission and participate in hospital-wide safety activities.
• Adjust to a fast-paced and quickly changing environment.
• Perform other duties as assigned by your manager.

Physical Requirements

• This position is classified as Medium Work in the Dictionary of Occupational Titles, requiring the exertion of up to 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally and /or 10 to 25 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
• Physical Demand requirements are more than those for Light Work.
• Must be able to pass background check.
• We also conduct pre-employment TB and drug testing.
• Any job offer will be contingent upon successful completion of a pre-employment TB and drug screen, background check, and obtaining active licensures per job requirements.

About Us

Fox Valley Orthopedics has been providing exceptional orthopedic care for over 50 years. Since its founding, the strength of Fox Valley Orthopedics (FVO) is its staff and commitment to patient care and service. Built upon a team of accomplished physicians who are leaders in their field, FVO specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of the full range of orthopedic conditions, including orthopedic surgery and a variety of specialties. Our staff is committed to providing a superior, comprehensive approach to patient care.