Distribution Specialist | Supply Chain | Full-time | Evenings

Overview Preferred candidates will have Cath Lab or OR experience. Role includes occasional weekend coverage and participation in disaster-response efforts as needed.

The Distribution Specialist is responsible for the picking and delivery of POU system orders.

Maintains warehouse area and inventory: performs routine checks for outdated stock, restock, delivery of supplies, and documentation.

Responsibilities Responsible for the accurate picking, and delivery for all par locations.

Coordinates with POU system specialist information regarding expired items, stock outs, and overstock. Performs required checks for expiring goods on a scheduled basis so that outdating stock is not distributed throughout the clinical areas. Identifies outdating stock in accordance with POU policies and procedures and reports same to Pyxis System Specialist or Supervisor.

Assists with the additional picking and set-up for delivery of weekly orders. Fills warehouse requisitions according to the schedule established for departmental requests. Verbally advises supervisor of any stock outages that need immediate attention.

Completes all paperwork relative to the distribution of supplies and equipment in a timely and accurate manner.

Stores all stock items in the assigned areas within general stores. Rotates stock so that newly received goods are issued last.

Enter data into the hospital computer system accurately. Maintains up to date knowledge of the basic MMIS system as well as POU system. Responsible for understanding and executing POU system downtime procedures when necessary.

Delivers all non-stock items received to the proper destination in a timely manner. Prioritizes rush deliveries or items that require specialized handling, such as refrigerated items.

Maintains warehouse area, including aisles, shelves and floor areas in an organized, orderly condition.

Responsible for carrying Supply Chain Customer Service companion phone as assigned and required to answer and respond quickly and accurately within the expectations of management.

All other duties as assigned by department Qualifications Degree/Diploma Obtained

High School Diploma/Equivalent

Experience Requirements

0 -1 Inventory Distribution, Warehouse or Logistics

Preferences: OR/Cath Lab experience preferred. Previous hospital experience or warehouse experience preferred.

Additional Information: Skills and Abilities: Computer ability required. Must be detail oriented.

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