Inventory Control Analyst

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Do you envision finding a meaningful role with an inclusive and compassionate team? At Children’s Mercy, we believe in making a difference in the lives of all children and shining a light of hope to the patients and families we serve. Our employees make the difference, which is why we have been recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a top pediatric hospital, for eleven consecutive years.

Children’s Mercy is in the heart of Kansas City – a metro abounding in cultural experiences, vibrant communities and thriving businesses. This is where our patients and families live, work and play. This is a community that has embraced our hospital and we strive to say thanks by giving back. As a leader in children’s health, we engage in meaningful programs and partnerships throughout the region so that we can improve the lives of children beyond the walls of our hospital.

Overview

Reporting to an Inventory Control Manager, the Inventory Control Analyst is responsible for ensuring supply continuity in each assigned area. The Analyst is the first and last line of defense to ensure each patient has the supplies available at the right time, place, and quantity enabling the organization to achieve its mission and vision. The role is responsible to manage supply flow to optimal velocity and minimize excess/obsolete and inaccurate inventory. The Analyst serves as an expert in the acquisition, storage, and management of supplies ensuring compliance with established policies, procedures, and standards. Uses system reporting and daily processes to maintain fill rate goals where applicable. Works under the direction of the Inventory Control Manager and in conjunction with Purchasing, Receiving, Distribution and clinical personnel. Assists Inventory Control Manager in identifying possible process changes for greater inventory accuracy and efficiency. Participates in process improvements and supporting material issue/problem resolution. Performs cycle counts and audits to improve data integrity within the ERP system. Understands the ERP system and order fulfillment process to best leverage organizational resources in order to provide supportive services to supply chain partners.

At Children’s Mercy, we are committed to ensuring that everyone feels welcomed within our walls. A successful candidate for this position will join us as we strive to create a workplace that reflects the community we serve, as well as our core values of kindness, curiosity, inclusion, team and integrity.

Responsibilities

• Inventory Management Lead for Assigned Clinical Area: Develop, design, implement and maintain par levels that are supportive of operations utilizing data, delivery times and established algorithms, minimizing expired supplies, ensure adequate stock levels are met, limit stock outs and maximizing stewardship efforts to achieve pre-established organizational goals.
• Facilitate the introduction of new items to stock.
• Manage alternate location stock including PPE supplies
• Process Improvement: Continuously evaluate and make recommendations to improve procedures, reporting, and efficiencies to include but not limited to Supply Chain operations and assigned area.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree Business, Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Accounting or related degree preferred and No Experience necessary / On-the-Job Training Inventory or supply chain experience or
• HS diploma or equivalent and 1-2 years experience Operating Room or Procedural experience, purchasing experience as a buyer, value analysis, budgeting, sales experience in medical supplies and/or equipment, logistics, clinical supply coordinator, materials management.
• Certified Materials and Resource Professional Preferred
• Six Sigma Green Belt Certification Preferred

Benefits at Children's Mercy

The benefits plans at Children’s Mercy are one of many reasons we are recognized as one of the best places to work in Kansas City. Our plans are designed to meet the changing needs of our employees and their families.

Starting Pay

Our pay ranges are market competitive. The pay range for this job begins at $23.48/hr, but your offer will be determined based on your education and experience.

Remote Work/Work from Home

This position is not eligible to work remotely, which means that the person hired will be required to work onsite at one of our Children’s Mercy locations and may not work from home.

EEO Employer/Disabled/Vet

Children’s Mercy hires individuals based on their job skills, expertise and ability to maintain professional relationships with fellow employees, patients, parents and visitors. A personal interview, formal education and training, previous work experience, references and a criminal background investigation all are factors used to select the best candidates. The hospital does not discriminate against prospective or current employees based on the race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, creed, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, ancestry or veteran status. A drug screen will be performed upon hire. Children’s Mercy is smoke and tobacco free.