Supply Coordinator

University of Arkansas for Medical Science; Little Rock (AR); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare institution seeks a Supply Coordinator to enhance operational efficiency in surgical and supply chain departments. The role demands strong communication and leadership skills, along with a solid understanding of supply chain processes. The ideal candidate will assist in inventory management and collaborate with clinical teams to optimize resource utilization and reduce waste.

Benefits

Medical, Dental and Vision plans

Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave

Education discount for staff and dependents

Retirement: Up to 10% matched contribution

Basic Life Insurance up to $50,000

Career Training and Educational Opportunities

Merchant Discounts

Concierge prescription delivery

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree or HS Diploma plus 4 years of experience in healthcare.
• 2 years of experience in inventory management and hospital setting.

Responsibilities

• Rounds daily in the OR and Nursing Areas to communicate with staff.
• Works collaboratively with Clinical Coordinators to maintain preference cards.
• Identifies cost-effective materials and implements plans.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's Degree

HS Diploma

Job description

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Closing Date:

06/09/2025

Type of Position:

Clinical Staff - Medical Ancillary Support

Job Type:

Regular

Work Shift:

Day Shift (United States of America)

Sponsorship Available:

No

Institution Name:

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences

The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) has a unique combination of education, research, and clinical programs that encourages and supports teamwork and diversity. We champion being a collaborative health care organization, focused on improving patient care and the lives of Arkansans.

UAMS offers amazing benefits and perks

• Health: Medical, Dental and Vision plans available for qualifying staff and family
• Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave
• Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only)
• Retirement: Up to 10% matched contribution from UAMS
• Basic Life Insurance up to $50,000
• Career Training and Educational Opportunities
• Merchant Discounts
• Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy

Position Details

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Summary of Job Duties:

The Supply Coordinator assists in the development, implementation and communication of sustained quality and resource-optimized measures, during the intraoperative phase, and advises the management team in the Surgical and Supply Chain departments on operational improvement, cost containment, preference card development and supply utilization. This position requires a sound knowledge of supply chain movement and intraoperative clinical experience as well as strong communication skills and leadership abilities.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's Degree or HS Diploma plus 4 years of experience within hospital/healthcare environment with 2 years within inventory management and at least 2 years in a hospital setting.

Additional Information:

Responsibilities:

• Rounds daily in the OR and Nursing Areas to communicate with surgeons/staff and obtain all updates to preference cards/supply needs.
• Works collaboratively with Clinical Coordinators to maintain and update all preference cards/supply needs.
• Works directly with surgery and Supply Chain to identify over- or under-used items after cases, for opportunities to decrease waste due to no use or expiring product.
• Identifies cost effective materials/supplies, and works with Supply Chain, OR Director and coordinators, to develop and implement plans to change where applicable.
• Facilitates supplier/vendor changes that result in new or substitute products. Works with Supply Chain, vendors, surgeons and OR staff to coordinate new product trails and conversion efforts in a logical manner.
• Maintains a progress record pertaining to core activities for reporting and facilitating system-wide improvements.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Salary Information:

"Commensurate with education and experience"

Required Documents to Apply:

List of three Professional References (name, email, business title)

Optional Documents:

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Please upload all application materials to the University of Arkansas System Career Site at https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS. Do not send to the listed recruitment contact.

Pre-employment Screening Requirements:

Criminal Background Check, Substance Abuse Testing

This position is subject to pre-employment screening (criminal background, drug testing, and/or education verification). A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication alone shall not disqualify an applicant except as provided by law. Any criminal history will be evaluated in relationship to job responsibilities and business necessity. The information obtained in these reports will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner.

Physical Activity:

• Constant: Grasping, Hearing, Lifting, Pulling, Pushing, Repetitive Motion, Standing, Stooping, Talking, Walking
• Frequent: Standing, Talking, Walking
• Occasional: Kneeling, Sitting

Benefits Eligible:

Yes