Perioperative Supply Chain Coordinator 3rd Shift - Supply Chain
University of Iowa

The University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics Supply Chain Department is seeking a Supply Chain Coordinator to oversee supply chain operations in the Main Operating Room/Sterile Core. Provide administrative supervision and management of staff. Provide direction, assignments, feedback, coaching and counseling to assure outcomes are achieved. Serve as a Supply Chain Department liaison to supply users providing service and support to meet needs and requests. Serve as subject matter expert on electronic supply chain tools including PeopleSoft, Omnicell, EPIC. Duties as assigned.

Duties will include:

• Coordinate the day-to-day operation of a retail or non-retail operation and/or may assist college/divisions, departments and units in evaluation, negotiation and procurement of goods and services. Responsibilities may include sales, controllable expenses, cash management, and merchandising, identification of supply options, inventory control, loss prevention and store appearance. Make recommendations on what and where to buy product and/or service.
• Perform product research and utilization analysis. Prepare product or equipment specifications. Make recommendations and procure product or service and prepare product or equipment specifications. Assist with the implementation of policies. Monitor contracts. Support product negotiations, contract pricing, and terms and conditions within established guidelines on behalf of unit, dept. and/or organization.
• Oversee inventory controls; determine reorder amounts. Manage merchandise assortment and new production information. Analyze sales trends and make recommendations to optimize sales utilizing merchandising strategies.
• Interact with vendors/suppliers to determine product selection and negotiate terms of the purchase. Resolve customer concerns.
• Assess and enhance production software support for inventory management.
• Determine inventory investments; administer the budget, recommend operational policies and procedures. May assist in budget development and provide projects and recommendations.
• May provide functional and/or administrative supervision of staff. Provide direction, assignments, feedback, coaching and counseling to assure outcomes are achieved.

University of Iowa Hospitals & Clinics-recognized as one of the best hospitals in the United States-is Iowa's only comprehensive academic medical center and a regional referral center. Each day more than 12,000 employees, students, and volunteers work together to provide safe, quality health care and excellent service for our patients. Simply stated, our mission is: Changing Medicine. Changing Lives.®

Percent of Time: 100%

Schedule: 3rd Shift Sunday-Thursday, 11:00 p.m. to 7:30 a.m.

Pay Grade: 3B https://hr.uiowa.edu/pay/guide-pay-plans

Benefits Highlights:

• Regular salaried position located in Iowa City, Iowa
• Fringe benefit package including paid vacation; sick leave; health, dental, life and disability insurance options; and generous employer contributions into retirement plans

Required Qualifications

• A Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or related field or an equivalent combination of education and experience is required.
• 1-3 years of related supply chain experience.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient in MS Office Suite with an emphasis on Microsoft Excel.
• Attention to detail and organizational skills.

Desirable Qualifications

• Knowledge of University Purchasing and Procurement.
• Knowledge and/or experience with PeopleSoft, Epic, Omnicell or purchase requisitions.
• Ability to effectively multi-task, keeping multiple initiatives moving forward simultaneously.
• Knowledge of supply chain management and operational improvement in a hospital setting.
• Experience with gathering end user requirements and translating them into technical plans and milestones.

Application Process: In order to be considered, applicants must upload a cover letter and resume (under submission relevant materials) that clearly addresses how they meet the listed required and desired qualifications of this position.

Job openings are posted for a minimum of 14 calendar days.

Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any conviction history and will be subject to a criminal background check. This position is not eligible for University sponsorship for employment authorization.

For additional questions, please contact Exodus Cardoza at exodus-cardoza@uiowa.edu

Additional Information

• Classification Title: Supply Chain Coordinator
• Appointment Type: Professional and Scientific
• Schedule: Full-time

Compensation

• Pay Level: 3B

Contact Information

• Organization: Healthcare
• Contact Name: Exodus Cardoza
• Contact Email: exodus-cardoza@uiowa.edu

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