What are the responsibilities and job description for the Inventory & Logistics Coordinator position at OrthoMidwest, representing DePuy Synthes?
Company
OrthoMidwest, distributor representing DePuy Synthes Joint Reconstruction
Company Description
OrthoMidwest, Inc. is a distributor for DePuy Synthes Joint Reconstruction. DePuy Synthes is one of the largest orthopaedics companies in the world, with leading solutions for hip, knee, and shoulder replacement. The OrthoMidwest distributorship has offices in Pittsburgh, PA; Columbus, Cincinnati, & Cleveland, OH; and Lexington & Louisville, KY.
Title of Position
Inventory and Logistics Coordinator
Department
Operations
Location
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Reports To
Inventory Supervisor
Overall Responsibility
Plan and coordinate the movement of inventory for all orthopaedic surgical cases performed in the greater Pittsburgh area. Ensure the accurate and timely delivery of required inventory to and from all hospitals. Manage transportation costs through an efficient and balanced use of overnight carriers, same-day couriers, the company van, and the sales force.
Key Areas of Responsibility
- Creates and executes a daily inventory plan and strategy to ensure that implants and instruments are delivered 100% on time and accurately for all surgical cases
- Communicates daily with sales force to schedule and plan for upcoming surgeries
- Stores, replenishes and retrieves inventory in preparation for surgical cases
- Completes inventory transactions in the SAP ordering system
- Tracks and adjusts consignment implant and instrument inventory according to changing demand patterns
- Coordinates with Billing Specialist to ensure continuity between the inventory and billing processes
- Transport medical inventory, via company cargo van, between local office and area hospitals and the surrounding region
- Monitors and analyzes courier usage in order to minimize transportation costs
- Forecasts future instrument needs on a quarterly basis
- Plans and coordinates annual corporate inventory audits
- Plans and coordinates inventory cycle count program to ensure a high level of inventory control and accuracy
- Researches and resolves all inventory variances
- Participates in corporate conference calls
- Completes inventory management projects as needed
Consults With
- Distributor President
- Operations Staff
- Sales Representatives
- Corporate Product Directors
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree
- Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
- Ability to stand and walk for extended periods of time
- Valid Driver’s License
- Proficient with Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Outlook
Employment Status
- Full-Time
- First shift
Compensation
- $45,000 - $55,000 base annually
- Bonus eligible
Benefits
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Disability Insurance
- Life Insurance
- 401k Plan
- Paid Vacation
Salary : $45,000 - $55,000