Inventory Specialist II

Bring Your Possibilities to Fairview 

At Fairview, we believe in the power of possibility — within ourselves, our teams, and the communities we serve. We believe that leadership isn’t just a title — it’s a mindset we all share. Whether you’re providing hands-on care, innovating behind the scenes, or supporting those who do, your work matters. 

Fairview Southdale Hospital is in search of a Inventory Specialist II to join our team.  This is a full time (80 hours every two weeks) benefit eligable postion.  This is an onsite (Edina MN) day shift position. 

The Inventory Specialist II manages the adjustment of inventory levels of stock and nonstock supplies/equipment/linen. Analyze and monitor inventory levels. Consider labor and acquisition costs in determining appropriate par levels for cost effective inventory management. Maintain, verify and update receiving and distribution records and supplies. Provide communication to all customers regarding changes and updates to product descriptions, number, and units of measure, stock additions and deletions. Provide leadership in guiding and supporting department managers in appropriate inventory control to manage costs and meet department fluctuations. Works directly with vendors, suppliers, front line staff, customers, and managers. Serve as subject matter expert on Inventory and Procurement portions of ERP.  Serves as supply chain subject matter expert on supplies and equipment and inventory optimization.  Contact for site projects and conversions

Responsibilities:

Manage/direct/revise inventory levels throughout the site.

• Analyze and monitor inventory levels on regular basis
• Subject matter expert for ERP systems used by Supply Chain staff
• Evaluate volume purchases
• Maintain proper inventory levels and adjust order quantities on inventory computer systems.
• Reconcile inventory variances.
• Initiate measures to change par levels in all supply areas and all Inventory Mgmt systems.

Analyze and monitor data reports and develop individualized recommendations for department managers.

• Measure and monitor data for process improvement.
• Identify and communicate opportunities to improve efficiency of inventory management.
• Maintain accurate inventory control reports for department managers.
• Utilizes root cause analysis to research material movement and resolve discrepancies
• Maintain, verify and update receiving and distribution records

Collaborate with stakeholders regarding inventory data and recommend opportunities for standardization or improvement.

• Establish and monitor data for process improvement.
• Assess unit needs and recommend adjustments in par levels and/or variety of product.
• Collaborate with Managers to identify acceptable product substitutions.
• Change department profiles in collaboration with Manager and front-line staff.

Required Qualifications

• BA in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business, Nursing or Related field 
• 1 year in healthcare working with medical products as an Inventory Specialist I

Preferred Qualifications

• 2 years or more in healthcare working with medical products as an Inventory Specialist I 
• American Production and Inventory Control Society, Certified Maintenance and Reliability Professional, Lean, Value Analysis, Six Sigma