Logistics Coordinator PRN

Logistics Coordinator

If you are looking to make an impact on a meaningful scale, come join us as we embrace the Power of One! We strive to be an employer of choice and establish a reputation for being a talent rich organization where Associates can grow their career caring for others. For over a century, we've served the health care needs of the people of Memphis and the Mid-South.

The Logistics Coordinator assists the leader of the department with support activities required to provide an effective, efficient logistics service to the department. Responsible for the acquisition process for products assigned to their area of responsibility. Coordinates with the user departments to determine the specifications for products, equipment and services required. Responsible for performing bookkeeping and clerical work in the department and in receipts and issues. Analyzes and reconciles receiving problems with vendors, departments and Purchasing. Verifies that all receipts and par level replenishment transactions are properly entered into the hospital material management system. Maintains necessary files for documenting and researching all transactions and problems. Maintains the par levels specific areas of the hospital, including making changes as requested by customers and insuring that requested changes are appropriate. Models appropriate behavior as exemplified in MLH Mission, Vision and Values. Working at MLH means carrying the mission forward of caring for our community and impacting the lives of patients in every way through compassion, a deliberate focus on service expectations and a consistent thriving for excellence.

A Brief Overview The Logistics Coordinator assists the leader of the department with support activities required to provide an effective, efficient logistics service to the department. Responsible for the acquisition process for products assigned to their area of responsibility. Coordinates with the user departments to determine the specifications for products, equipment and services required. Responsible for performing bookkeeping and clerical work in the department and in receipts and issues. Analyzes and reconciles receiving problems with vendors, departments and Purchasing. Verifies that all receipts and par level replenishment transactions are properly entered into the hospital material management system. Maintains necessary files for documenting and researching all transactions and problems. Maintains the par levels specific areas of the hospital, including making changes as requested by customers and insuring that requested changes are appropriate. Models appropriate behavior as exemplified in MLH Mission, Vision and Values.

What you will do

• Maintains supply/inventory items that reflect current requisitioning and utilization. Analyzes and determines items to be purchased, inventoried, or returned consistent with the operating policies and procedures.
• Enters data into the computerized patient charging system, and assesses track and inventory management system.
• Demonstrates leadership skills through effective planning, time management, teamwork and delegation of activities to unit staff, as appropriate.
• Maintains and monitors corrections and adjustments to daily departmental picking list, equipment request and credit returns.
• Participates in CIP, quality improvement and evaluation activities and implements measures to ensure that hospitals, DNV and other quality standards are met.
• Recognizes and responds appropriately to environmental safety factors.
• Performs other job functions.

Education/Formal Training Requirements

• Required - High School Diploma or Equivalent

Work Experience Requirements

• Required - Perpetual inventory/materials management setting, preferably in a healthcare environment 1-3 years

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of clerical procedures.
• Skill and proficiency in applying principles, concepts and techniques of inventory management, including shipping/receiving procedures, invoices audit and tracking, PAR-replenishment and inventory control.
• Skill and knowledge of computerized inventory management system as obtained with work experience with a system, preferably within a Logistics environment.
• Skill and knowledge in computer operations including Excel, Word, Access and standard office technologies.
• Demonstrated leadership potential and ability to maintain working relationships with others.
• Training in logistics/material services related skills

Supervision Provided by this Position

• Leads and guides the Logistics Generalists.

Physical Demands

• The physical activities of this position may include climbing, pushing, standing, hearing, walking, reaching, grasping, kneeling, stooping, and repetitive motion.
• Must have good balance and coordination.
• The physical requirements of this position are: light work - exerting up to 25 lbs. of force occasionally and/or up to 10 lbs. of force frequently.
• The Associate is required to have close visual acuity to perform an activity, such as preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; or extensive reading.
• The conditions to which the Associate will be subject in this position: The Associate is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions; job functions are typically performed under conditions such as those found in general office or administrative work.

Our Associates are passionate about what they do, the service they provide and the patients they serve. We value family, team and a Power of One culture that requires commitment to the highest standards of care and unity.

Boasting one of the South's largest medical centers, Memphis blends a friendly community, a thriving and growing downtown, and a low cost of living. We see each day as a new opportunity to make a difference in the lives of the people in our community.