Inventory Management Specialist
On-siteAugusta, Georgia, United States
Job Summary
Maintain accurate inventory records in the GIP system by entering receipts, adjusting stock levels, and verifying supply deliveries. Monitor on-hand inventory to initiate replenishment for expendable supplies and durable medical equipment while coordinating with warehouse teams for timely distribution. Conduct daily spot checks and weekly cycle counts to resolve variances between system data and physical stock, investigating discrepancies and recommending corrective actions. Process item returns, coordinate disposal or reutilization, and track medical product recalls in collaboration with the VA National Center for Patient Safety. Serve as a primary resource for clinical staff regarding stock availability, usage, and substitutions, resolving backorders and supply delays by coordinating with vendors and internal departments.
Required Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Four years' experience in inventory management, supply chain, or healthcare logistics
- Knowledge of inventory control principles, stock rotation, and supply chain workflows
- Experience using automated inventory systems such as GIP, barcoding software, or similar platforms
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Ability to maintain high accuracy and attention to detail
- Effective communication and customer service skills
- Ability to follow aseptic techniques and comply with infection control policies
- Ability to lift and carry items up to 50 lbs
- Extended periods of walking, standing, bending, and material handling
- Working in storage rooms, clinical environments, and warehouse areas
- Conditions may vary from clean clinical environments to hot, cold, drafty, or dimly lit spaces
- Physical risks include exposure to dust, pollutants, infectious material, and potential for scrapes or falls
- PPE must be worn in accordance with facility guidelines
- Movement between sterile and non-sterile zones requires careful attention to hygiene standards
Desired Qualifications
- Prior experience in healthcare logistics, medical supply management, or VA Logistics operations
- Familiarity with clinical supply usage patterns and hospital inventory workflows
- Experience with cycle counting, reconciliation, and process documentation
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