Inventory Management Specialist

Inventory Management SpecialistMajor duties include but are not limited to the following:Inventory Management and Control (80%):Responsible for the management and control of an assigned class of expendable material;Serves as the point of contact for the coordination of material support and resolution of logistic problems;Conducts forecasting and quantitative analysis;Conducts spot checks; and complies with special requirements for firearms, ammunition, and sensitive equipment.Returns, Recalls, and Reutilization (20%):Implements federal and agency programs for the return and reutilization of medical supplies;Coordinates disposal of surplus or excess supplies;Makes emergent procurement decisions; and participates in root cause analysis processPerforms other related duties as assigned.Promotion Potential: This is a developmental position leading to a GS-09, performing assignments intended to broaden skills and provide practical experience leading to progressively more complex assignments performed under progressively less supervision. The selectee may be promoted to the full performance level without further competition when all regulatory, qualification, and performance requirements are met. Selection at a lower grade level does not guarantee promotion to the full performance level.Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 7:00am - 3:30pmVirtual: This is not a virtual position.Position Description/PD#: Inventory Management Specialist/ PD99823S and PD99578SRelocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not AuthorizedCritical Skills Incentive (CSI): Not ApprovedPermanent Change of Station (PCS): Not AuthorizedThe VA Midwest Health Care Network advocates for a Whole Health System of care in each of the Medical Centers. This is an approach to healthcare that empowers and equips people to take charge of their health and well-being and live their lives to the fullest. As an employee operating in a Whole Health System of care, you will operate in a model with three core elements, seeking to create a personalized health plan for each Veteran. This is done in the context of healing relationships and healing environments and a connection back to the Veteran's community. This aligns with the Veterans Health Administration (VHA) Mission Statement to Honor America's Veterans by providing exceptional health care that improves their health and well-being.