Inventory Control Coordinator Job at Advocate Health Care (Lexington)

Job Description

Monitor and manage inventory levels to prevent stock-outs and ensure timely replenishment of supplies. Create and process purchase orders, verify pricing against contracts, and resolve invoice discrepancies. Maintain and update inventory systems, including Lawson and other computerized databases, to reflect current stock. Oversee 2-bin and mobile supply chain systems, ensuring proper configuration, replenishment, and allocation of supplies. Coordinate with vendors to establish delivery schedules, handle product issues, and manage credits or exchanges. Design and organize storeroom layout, including shelf locations and labeling, to support perpetual inventory tracking. Perform cycle counts and root cause analysis to maintain perpetual inventory accuracy and support physical inventories. Communicate effectively with nursing, supply chain teams, and purchasing to address inventory concerns and product changes. Analyze inventory usage and obsolescence, recommend adjustments to par levels, and remove outdated items per guidelines. Generate and interpret inventory reports, ensuring data integrity and supporting decision-making for inventory control.

Job Responsibility

Monitor and manage inventory levels to prevent stock-outs and ensure timely replenishment of supplies
Create and process purchase orders, verify pricing against contracts, and resolve invoice discrepancies
Maintain and update inventory systems, including Lawson and other computerized databases, to reflect current stock
Oversee 2-bin and mobile supply chain systems, ensuring proper configuration, replenishment, and allocation of supplies
Coordinate with vendors to establish delivery schedules, handle product issues, and manage credits or exchanges
Design and organize storeroom layout, including shelf locations and labeling, to support perpetual inventory tracking
Perform cycle counts and root cause analysis to maintain perpetual inventory accuracy and support physical inventories
Communicate effectively with nursing, supply chain teams, and purchasing to address inventory concerns and product changes
Analyze inventory usage and obsolescence, recommend adjustments to par levels, and remove outdated items per guidelines
Generate and interpret inventory reports, ensuring data integrity and supporting decision-making for inventory control

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED required
Proficient in inventory control techniques and asset management
Strong Microsoft Office skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
Detail-oriented with excellent organizational skills
Leadership abilities
Problem-solving and solution formulation
Effective communication skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities
Subject to stressful conditions
Moderate noise environment
Handles emergency or crisis situations
Subject to multiple interruptions
Occasionally subject to irregular hours

Nice to have

Associate Degree in Supply Chain or related field preferred
3–5 years inventory control experience preferred
3 years in Materials Management or healthcare industry preferred

What we offer

Paid Time Off programs
Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
Educational Assistance Program

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