Inventory Associate (1st Shift)

Coordinator Inventory Management

Onsite at UNMC Hospital

Shift: Monday-Friday from 5:30am to 2:00pm (Mandatory overtime based on business need)

Pay rate: $19.00 per hour

Benefits: Cardinal Health offers a wide variety of benefits and programs to support health and well-being.

• Medical, dental and vision coverage
• Paid time off plan
• Health savings account (HSA)
• 401k savings plan
• Access to wages before pay day with myFlexPay
• Flexible spending accounts (FSAs)
• Short- and long-term disability coverage
• Work-Life resources
• Paid parental leave
• Healthy lifestyle programs

Application window anticipated to close: 11/1/2026*if interested in opportunity, please submit application as soon as possible.

Job Summary

The Coordinator Inventory Management is responsible for tracking and managing inventory accuracy of products. This job processes returns and recalls related to distributed products and fills out necessary paperwork as needed. The Coordinator, Inventory Management plays a critical role in ensuring customer orders are filled on time and accurately. This job tracks the financial impact of inventory levels and frequently communicates cross functionally with internal teams.

Qualifications

• High School diploma, GED or equivalent, or equivalent work experience, preferred.
• Strong communication and analytical skills with the ability to support accurate documentation preferred.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple responsibilities effectively.
• Strong dedication to providing high-quality customer support.
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (preferred).
• Ability to be a strong team player, collaborating effectively while also working independently as needed.
• Ability to stand, walk long distances, bend, and routinely lift or move products weighing up to 50 lbs.

Customer/vendor credentialing is required (this may include vaccinations). More details will be provided if you are selected for an interview

Responsibilities

• Perform daily inventory management and replenishment of medical and surgical supplies across assigned locations.
• Receive and verify incoming supply orders against shipment and receiving reports.
• Utilize Pyxis and CIMs systems to restock inventory and conduct inventory tracking functions.
• Maintain stock locations, including inventory rotation, expiration monitoring, product recall management, and overall organization and cleanliness.
• Monitor inventory levels and respond with urgency to low stock or quality concerns.
• Collaborate closely with clinical nurse managers, logistics teams, and nursing staff to support operational needs.
• Safely lift up to 50 pounds and push or pull loads of up to 200 pounds.
• Maintain flexibility to work overtime as needed, including on short notice.

What is expected of you and others at this level

• Applies acquired knowledge and skills to complete standard tasks
• Readily learns and applies new information and methods to work in assigned area
• Maintains appropriate licenses, training and certifications
• Works on routine assignments that require some problem resolution
• Works within clearly defined standard operating procedures and/or scientific methods
• Adheres to all quality guidelines
• Works under moderate degree of supervision
• Work typically involves regular review of output by work lead or supervisor
• Refers complex unusual problems to supervisor

Cardinal Health supports an inclusive workplace that values diversity of thought, experience and background. We celebrate the power of our differences to create better solutions for our customers by ensuring employees can be their authentic selves each day. Cardinal Health is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, pregnancy, veteran status, marital status, creed, status with regard to public assistance, genetic status or any other status protected by federal, state or local law.