UMH Sparrow Health System-INVENTORY CONTROL COORD

Uofmhealthsparrow; Lansing (MI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

UMH Sparrow Health System seeks an Inventory Control Coordinator to oversee inventory levels, optimize reorder quantities, and ensure precise data across locations. You will monitor usage, run reports, and engage procurement to resolve shortages, while supporting cost-efficiency goals in a health system setting.

Candidates should have 3+ years in inventory control or purchasing, an associate’s degree (bachelor’s preferred), and strong MS Office skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years in inventory control or purchasing in healthcare or related field.
• Associate’s Degree in Business or related field; bachelor’s preferred.
• Excellent written and verbal communication; professional presence.

Responsibilities

• Manage inventory levels across asset locations to balance availability and cost.
• Optimize reorder quantities to maximize efficiency.
• Run reports to place stock requisitions and follow up with procurement.
• Perform daily cycle counts and par location assessments.
• Develop and present periodic supply chain performance metrics to leadership.

Skills

Excel

Access

Verbal communication

Customer service

Problem solving

Data interpretation

Mobile technology

Process improvement

Healthcare knowledge

Education

Associate's Degree in Business

High School Diploma/GED with 2+ years in supply chain

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Access

Microsoft Word

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

UMH Sparrow Health System - INVENTORY CONTROL COORD

Job ID: 56302

Locations: Lansing, MI

Job Description

General Purpose of Job:

The Inventory Control Coordinator will work under the general direction of the Supply Chain Supervisor to ensure full visibility and control of all inventory levels. The position is responsible for ensuring that critical inventory is available and that all Supply Chain Management practices are followed, documented, and maintained.

Essential Duties

This job description is intended to cover the minimum essential duties assigned on a regular basis. Caregivers may be asked to perform additional duties as assigned by their leader. Leadership has the right to alter or modify the duties of the position.

• Manage inventory levels of asset inventory locations to ensure correct balance between availability and cost.
• Optimize re-order quantities to maximize work efficiency.
• Run reports to place stock requisitions and follow up with procurement on status of open orders.
• Perform daily cycle counts and par location assessments.
• Monitor inventory trends and usage changes and make adjustments as needed.
• Serve as distribution lead for product conversions for assigned inventory location.
• Manage and document consigned inventory product levels and usage.
• Monitor inventory shortages and take action to engage procurement as needed.
• Provide feedback to Supply Chain leadership regarding inventory levels with a goal of optimizing the use of Sparrow Health System resources.
• Identify potential cost savings relating to inventory reductions, optimizations, and product mix.
• Monitor and report inventory value, variances, and remediation.
• Prepare spreadsheets and make cost comparisons and review with Supply Chain leadership.
• Track the execution on product recalls and report completion to key stakeholders.
• Responsible for annual inventory counting process and reporting.
• Daily use information technology and materials management software to enter data and make inventory adjustments.
• Develop and facilitate appropriate communication with Clinical staff regarding inventory management practices and product issues.
• Develops periodic performance reports and monitors cost efficiency and service levels and presents key supply chain metrics to leadership.
• Identify and participate in process improvement activities and serves as liaison for key initiatives.
• Provide critical front-line feedback to support the Value Analysis process for the health system.

Job Requirements

• General Requirements: None.
• Work Experience: A minimum of three (3) years of business related experience to include inventory control and/or purchasing, in an applicable business or healthcare field.
• Education: Associate's Degree in Business or other related field; OR High School Diploma/GED combined with a minimum of two (2) years of experience in a supply chain department with progressive responsibilities. Bachelor’s degree in Business, Healthcare, Supply Chain Management, or other related field preferred.
• Specialized Knowledge and Skills: Experience with Microsoft office products such as Excel, Access, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Specialized Knowledge and Skills: Demonstrated understanding of fundamental supply chain concepts.
• Specialized Knowledge and Skills: Demonstrated excellent written and verbal communication skills and a professional presence.
• Specialized Knowledge and Skills: Demonstrated strong customer service skills.
• Specialized Knowledge and Skills: Demonstrated ability to work creatively, independently and analytically in a problem-solving environment.
• Specialized Knowledge and Skills: Experience using mobile technology in a professional environment.
• Specialized Knowledge and Skills: Demonstrated experience working in a process improvement and change orientated workplace.
• Specialized Knowledge and Skills: Familiarity with medical terminology and the health care field preferred.
• Specialized Knowledge and Skills: Understanding of how business decisions relate to finance preferred.
• Specialized Knowledge and Skills: Ability to interpret complex data and make recommendations to leadership preferred.
• Specialized Knowledge and Skills: Experience with inventory management software preferred.

University of Michigan Health is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.

Job Family

Service/Support/Skilled Maintenance

Requirements:

• Shift Days
• Degree Type / Education Level High School / GED
• Status Full-time
• Facility Sparrow Hospital
• Experience Level Under 4 Years