Supply Chain Operations Specialist

NorthShore University HealthSystem

Naperville (IL)

Hybrid

USD 25,320 - 36,713

Part time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Premium pay

Tuition Reimbursement

Career Pathways

Health Savings Account Options

Retirement Options with Company Match

Paid Time Off

Job summary

NorthShore University HealthSystem in Naperville, IL is looking for a Supply Chain Operations Specialist to manage inventory levels and deliver medical supplies to various departments as needed. The position requires monitoring stock levels, ensuring the organization of supply areas, and building relationships with clinical staff.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma and preferred experience in inventory management, working in a fast-paced healthcare environment. Various benefits are available for eligible positions.

Qualifications

Highschool Diploma or GED is required.
Prior experience in warehousing and/or inventory management is preferred.
Ability to effectively utilize handheld scanners and computers.

Responsibilities

Monitor and record inventory levels for all medical supplies.
Deliver medical supplies to various departments.
Maintain cleanliness and organization of supply areas.

Skills

Inventory management

Communication

Teamwork

Data analysis

Education

Highschool Diploma or GED

Tools

Endeavor technology

Handheld scanners

Job description

Hourly Pay Range:

$18.38 - $26.65. The hourly pay rate offered is determined by a candidate's expertise and years of experience, among other factors.

Position Highlights:

Position: Supply Chain Operations Specialist
Location: Naperville, IL
Per-diem (as needed)
Hours: Schedules are determined on an as needed basis
Required Travel: no

Job Summary:

The Supply Chain Operations Specialist is responsible for maintaining established stock levels in supply areas for assigned Hospital units, medical group locations, and off‑site points of care. This includes but is not limited to counting current stock levels, picking tickets from inventory locations, organizing and facilitating Just‑in‑time deliveries to assigned units, and checking supplies for expiration. The Supply Chain Operations Specialist is accountable for the relationship with clinicians, providing real‑time updates on product disruptions and changes.

The Healthcare industry is the single largest employer in the United States. Within healthcare, the supply chain function is often considered as critical as the care itself. These days, innovation and ever‑evolving clinical practices require a supply chain that is dynamic, customer‑focused, and constantly improving. The Supply Chain Specialist I is a vital part of elevating current service levels, standardizing processes across the system, and ensuring the clinicians we serve have everything they need to deliver high‑quality patient care.

What You Will Do:

Monitor, count, and record inventory levels for all medical supplies in assigned Periodic Automatic Replenishment (PAR) locations
Deliver medical supplies to various departments and ensure timely replenishment/put‑away of stock in PAR locations
Pick, pack, stage, and deliver supplies for orders that source internally
Maintain cleanliness and organization of supply areas and stockrooms, including rotating stock and performing expiration checks
Create, foster, and maintain relationships with department secretaries, nurses, and charge nurses and provide frequent updates on the supplies stocked in the department. Use department phones/Vocera/pagers to respond to supply requests.
Utilizing Endeavor technology, ensure accurate data entry into handhelds, computers, and expiration logs. Check email regularly to stay up‑to‑date with departmental and system‑wide updates.
Participate in departmental initiatives such as process improvement, implementations, or regulatory readiness
Adhere to all Endeavor policies, infection control protocols, and Joint Commission environment of care and supply management standards

What You Will Need:

Education: Highschool Diploma or GED
Certification: Depending on the specific job duties, driver's license may be required. Certified Materials & Resource Professional (CMRP) is admired
Experience: Prior experience in warehousing and/or inventory management in any industry is preferred but not required. Prior experience in a hospital setting is preferred but not required

Unique or Preferred Skills:

Works effectively with diverse teams, including clinical staff
Adjusts to an ever‑changing healthcare environment and evolving regulatory requirements
Ensures accuracy in data analysis and process documentation
Clearly conveys ideas and findings to various stakeholders
Proactively addresses challenges with creative and effective solutions
Understands the perspectives of both patients and staff to drive improvements that benefit all
Ability to prioritize daily tasks and manage competing demands in a fast‑paced environment
Knowledge of procedures for handling, storing, and rotating medical supplies
Capable of completing, comprehending, and adhering to Endeavor training and education module
Ability to learn to effectively utilize handheld scanners, personal computers, and Endeavor Health's Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system

Physical Demands:

Medium work (exerting up to 50 lbs. of force occasionally and/or up to 30 lbs. of force frequently and or up to 10 lbs. of force constantly to move objects)

Benefits (For Full Time or Part Time Positions):