Logistics Coordinator

  • Full-Time
  • Scottsdale, AZ
  • HonorHealth
  • Posted 3 years ago – Accepting applications
Job Description
Overview

HonorHealth is a non-profit, local community healthcare system serving an area of 1.6 million people in the greater Phoenix area. The network encompasses six acute-care hospitals, an extensive medical group, outpatient surgery centers, a cancer care network, clinical research, medical education, a foundation and community services with approximately 12,300 employees, 3,700 affiliated physicians and 3,100 volunteers.

HonorHealth was formed by a merger between Scottsdale Healthcare and John C. Lincoln Health Network. HonorHealth’s mission is to improve the health and well-being of those we serve.

Responsibilities

Job Summary
This position receives, issues, charges, and distributes medical and non-medical supplies utilizing a computerized inventory system. This position is responsible for controlling the inventory levels of the stockroom, including requisitioning, issuing, crediting, and adjusting of medical supplies and other materials that are controlled through the department. Assumes responsibility and accountability for inventory accuracy. Prepares and maintains various records and reports.

Conducts inventory control, receiving, coordinating outbound shipments and generates purchase requisitions to procure supplies in accordance with established HonorHealth policies. Communicates with network purchasing to determine delivery dates, expedite/trace orders and establish vendor minimums. Collaborates with network purchasing to identify unit cost discrepancies. Reviews purchase history in database to ensure timely and accurate deliveries. Receives advanced ship notices (where available); coordinates delivery of substitute products when necessary. Par level counts and delivery tasks are completed on iPads and through the ERP system

Tracks supply usage patterns and make recommendations to department director regarding changes as to minimum and maximum quantity adjustments to keep stock levels optimal per usage and contain costs. Upon approval, makes appropriate changes to database. Maintains a fill rate of 99% on stock issues to departments (measured by dividing the number of stock-outs by total lines used.)

Communicates and documents inventory returns. Makes appropriate adjustments to the database. Prepares returns to vendors due to mis-shipments, damage, manufacturer defects, etc. Identifies and accounts for obsolete, scrap and unused material; collects for disposal and coordinates donations. Serves as a resource to supply chain/materials distribution personnel. Ensures daily tasks are kept on track. Reports delays or issues to department director. May train/orient staff to work area.

Prepares for and takes part in all inventory counts, including periodic cycle counts, variance investigation and reconciliation with General Ledger balance. Shares in the responsibility for maintenance, organization and cleanliness of stockroom. Rotates stock in accordance with First In, First Out accounting rule. Ensures that all inventory control/stock control adjustments are accurately documented and processed daily. Performs other duties as assigned

Ensures that all items received on the dock, are appropriately received into the ERP, and delivered to the proper department. Ensures that each delivery is properly signed for by the requesting department and keeps that documentation for the prescribed timeframe. Serves as a resource to supply chain/materials distribution personnel. Reports delays or issues to department director. May train/orient staff to work area.

Assures compliance with standards for Infection Control, OSHA, DNV and Health Department regulations
Qualifications

Education
High School Diploma or GED Required

Experience
1 year logistics related operations, including warehousing, inventory control, or shipping and receiving. Required

Licenses and Certifications
Driver License Required
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