Veterinary Hospital Inventory and Logistics Specialist

CVETS; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with match

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Life insurance

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Paid time off

Discounted pet care

Job summary

A veterinary hospital in Columbia, SC is seeking an Inventory and Logistics Specialist to manage supply flow and optimize inventory levels. This role requires strong organizational and communication skills, with a focus on maintaining operations in a fast‑paced environment. Preferred candidates will have experience in inventory management or logistics, with a commitment to supporting patient care. Benefits include a 401(k) with match, medical insurance, and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Experience in inventory, logistics, supply chain, or materials management (veterinary or healthcare preferred).
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast‑paced, high‑demand environment.
• Strong communication and problem‑solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and optimize inventory levels across all hospital departments.
• Manage ordering, vendor relationships, and supply logistics.
• Track shipments, resolve backorders, and ensure timely delivery.
• Receive, inspect, and stock inventory with accuracy.
• Perform routine inventory counts and reconcile discrepancies.
• Monitor usage trends and identify cost‑saving opportunities.

Skills

Inventory Management

Logistics

Communication

Problem Solving

Organizational Skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Inventory management systems

Job description

Veterinary Hospital Inventory and Logistics Specialist Application

Come join a team where you will be truly valued.

CVETS is a rapidly growing Specialty and Emergency Veterinary hospital seeking a detail‑oriented, highly organized Inventory and Logistics Specialist to support our operations team. This role is essential to ensuring our hospital is fully stocked, organized, and equipped to deliver exceptional patient care 24 hours a day.

Our state‑of‑the‑art facility continues to grow alongside our team. With over 29,000 square feet of advanced medical space, CVETS offers a dedicated ICU, multiple operating rooms, a radiology suite, endoscopy and chemotherapy facilities, ultrasound, a 16‑slice CT scan, on‑site MRI, and the support of multiple specialty services including emergency, internal medicine, oncology, surgery, cardiology, neurology, and more. Our hospital and team are built around a culture focused on exceptional care, collaboration, and personal job fulfillment.

Position Overview

We are seeking a career‑minded professional who thrives behind the scenes and understands the critical role inventory plays in patient care. This individual will manage the flow of medical and hospital supplies, ensuring our clinical teams have what they need, when they need it in a fast‑paced emergency and specialty environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain and optimize inventory levels across all hospital departments
• Manage ordering, vendor relationships, and supply logistics
• Track shipments, resolve backorders, and ensure timely delivery of critical supplies
• Receive, inspect, and stock inventory with accuracy and efficiency
• Perform routine inventory counts and reconcile discrepancies
• Maintain clean, organized, and compliant storage areas
• Monitor usage trends and identify cost‑saving opportunities
• Respond quickly to urgent supply needs in a 24/7 hospital setting

What We’re Looking For

• Experience in inventory, logistics, supply chain, or materials management (veterinary or healthcare preferred)
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast‑paced, high‑demand environment
• Strong communication and problem‑solving skills
• Experience with inventory management systems; veterinary software experience is a plus
• A team‑oriented mindset with a commitment to supporting patient care

About Columbia, SC

Columbia, located in central South Carolina, is a city of approximately 1 million people with a consistent growth pattern. Just 1.5 hours from both the beach and the mountains, Columbia offers the perfect balance of outdoor adventure and city living. With a revitalized downtown, active nightlife, excellent restaurants, and top‑rated schools, it continues to rank among the best places to live in the U.S.

Benefits

• 401(k) with match
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Paid time off, including Birthday PTO
• Discounted pet care

Education

• High school diploma or equivalent required

Experience Requirements

• Inventory, supply chain, or logistics experience required
• Veterinary or healthcare experience strongly preferred
• Experience working in a fast‑paced environment required
• Ability to lift, move, and organize supplies throughout the hospital

If you are a highly organized professional who takes pride in keeping operations running smoothly and wants to be part of a collaborative, fast‑growing hospital, we encourage you to apply.