Supports the activities required to monitor and maintain the inventory integrity of stock and responsible for the oversight, and ongoing maintenance of the PAR levels throughout D-HH.
Assists in the maintenance of the D-HH sites to assure the accuracy of system data.Performs cyclical physical inventories of Distribution stock to verify on-hand stock status and to identify overages, shortages, or discrepanciesAssists with edits/updates of the Distribution Stock CatalogProcesses return paperwork; assuring proper credits are applied for each par stocking locationInputs supply requisitions/shopping guide ordersPerforms user level programming of hand-held computerMaintains and updates departmental par level/exchange cart master file listingsEnters data into the call tracking systemInventories par level supply storage areas utilizing a hand-held computer or manual inventory methodCoordinates with purchasing personnel to resolve purchase order or receipt discrepanciesPerforms PAR capacity analysis.Analyzes inventory/product data, utilizing customized query utilization reports and formulates recommendations for adjustments as necessary to influence effective resource allocations and positive financial outcomesMeets with department managers or directors to review PAR statistical data and makes recommendations for adjustments which meet the needs of the department and provides for positive financial outcomes for D-HHImplements approved changes, entering changes to the par level in the MMIS systemOversees the PAR system.Updates/maintains department par level and exchange cart master file listingsPerforms quality control checks of employee par level, exchange carts and picking/replenishingResearches and resolves inventory, product and stock issues and problems. Assures internal customers concerns and external regulatory requirements are handled in a professional manner, following up as necessarySets up new par stocking locationsMeets regularly with internal customers to review par levels and service issuesProvides leadership to team and assists in the orientation/training of new staff.Regulatory Compliance a. Responsible for accurate handling, distribution and inventory control of certain pharmaceutical and medical supplies.Performs other duties as required or assigned.- High school graduate or equivalent required
- Three (3) years of experience related to shipping/receiving, warehousing, storekeeping, hospital central service/distribution or inventory control required
- Training and/or experience utilizing Microsoft Word, Excel, and Access computer software programs preferred
- Knowledge of inventory control principles and procedures
- Knowledge of computer data entry/data processing procedures in a Materials Management environment and knowledge of automated Material Management computer systems
- Skill in leading teams and the formal and informal direction of others
- Skill in planning, organizing and implementing work assignments or projects
- Possess good oral, written and interpersonal communication skills and the ability to deal effectively with all levels of staff and leaders across the organization
- Ability to work independently as well as in a team environment and perform efficiently under pressure
- Ability to take initiative, set priorities and use good judgement
