Material Management Specialist Req #: 0000201294
Category: Inventory Control
Status: Full-Time
Shift: Day
Facility: Monmouth Medical Center
Department: Distribution
Location: Monmouth Medical Center, 300 Second Avenue, Long Branch, NJ 07740

Job Overview:

The Material Management Specialist performs procurement activities in a cost-effective manner with a priority emphasis on effective inventory management. They serve as primary contact for vendors regarding vendor performance, issue resolution and standardization. And they are responsible for reporting identified safety issues such as hazardous environments (i.e. damaged floors/walls/ceiling tiles/unsecured areas) and medical errors, etc.

Qualifications:

Required:

High School Diploma or equivalent Three to five years Emergency Services/Materials management experienceThree to five years purchasing, data collection and reporting experience

Preferred:

BA/BS degree

Scheduling Requirements:

6:00am-2:30pmMonday-FridayFull Time

Essential Functions:

Arranges with vendors for the replacement of defective items and/or arranges for credit on returned items. Arranges for repairs of ED instruments and equipmentAssists with special projects as assignedConducts vendor interviews to audit vendor performance and resolve issues. Arranges technical presentations by vendors for internal personnel when applicableConsults with appropriate technical areas of the ED regarding accurate specifications and quantities of procured items. Discusses quality and performance requirements to meet current expectations and provides insight and guidance for future needsContributing member of cost containment and product standardizationEnsure the timely and economic procurement of all supplies, equipment and services for medical center Emergency servicesEnsures that all ED orders are placed promptly and executes follow-up with vendors when necessary to assure prompt delivery of materials and/or performance of servicesEstablishes monitors and adjusts par levels in ED and Express Care areasMaintains a professional image during supplier relations and daily business contacts. Searches continually for improved and/or less costly materials and supplies for the ED and collaborates with Materials Management departmentManages ED inventory levels consistent with accurate usage data and lead times from suppliersProvides sourcing support to technical areas for new and existing productsReconciles invoices with Accounts Payables when prices or other items do not agree with the purchase order. Ensures compliance with all corporate contracts as applicableReports all system failures to Information Services, Biomed or Maintenance department when appliesResponsible for budget tracking and management reportingReviews open purchase orders on a weekly basis for overdue shipments and back orders and reconciles discrepancies with the vendor

Benefits and Perks:

At RWJBarnabas Health, our market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees physical, emotional, social, and financial health.

Paid Time Off (PTO) Medical and Prescription Drug InsuranceDental and Vision InsuranceRetirement PlansShort & Long Term DisabilityLife & Accidental Death InsuranceTuition ReimbursementHealth Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending AccountsWellness ProgramsVoluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and more!

RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer