Materials Management Assistant II

Summary The Materials Management Assistant works with department managers and all other employees to maintain stocking levels, expedites purchase orders, fill requisitions, assist with Accounts Payable and other duties as needed in the department Department: Materials Management Reports To: Supply Chain Manager FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Summary The Materials Management Assistant works with department managers and all other employees to maintain stocking levels, expedites purchase orders, fill requisitions, assist with Accounts Payable and other duties as needed in the department ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned. Receives, checks, tags, stocks and delivers incoming freight to appropriate department in a timely manner. Investigate, report and adjust any discrepancies. Monitors and rotates stock and recommends restock levels as needed. Fills department requisitions and delivers in a timely fashion. Manage purchase order process, receiving and issues for all departments. Coordinates shipping terms and reports back orders to departments. Consults and coordinates with the vendor concerning the return of incorrectly shipped, incorrectly ordered, damaged items and backorders. Monitors the receiving and storing of purchased items for accuracy, review computer records and report non-usable, slow moving or excess stock. Establish new inventory items and notify all departments and nursing of the addition and deletion of discontinued items. Assist Accounts Payable by rectifying problem invoices and credits relating to purchased items. Demonstrates knowledge of and accurate use of the Materials Management computer system. Understands the proper handling and storage of hazardous materials. Supports the policies and procedures of the organization and the standards of the Joint Commission as required for full accreditation. EDUCATION And/or EXPERIENCE One year of experience is preferred. PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 30 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. WORK ENVIRONMENT The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to toxic or caustic chemicals. The employee is occasionally exposed to extreme cold and extreme heat. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Welia Health is an equal-opportunity employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr Welia Health