What are the responsibilities and job description for the Retail Inventory Coordinator position at St. Tammany Health System?
At St. Tammany Health System, delivering world-class healthcare close to home is our goal. That means we are committed to attracting and retaining the very best professionals for every position in our health system.
We believe the pristine beauty of St. Tammany Parish adds to our attractive compensation package. The health system is nestled in the heart of Covington on the north shore of Lake Pontchartrain. It is a peaceful, scenic, community-oriented area with an abundance of amenities to suit every taste.
Job Description And Position Requirements
Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40
Monday-Friday
8:30 am-5:00 pm
Job Summary:
Responsible for assisting with daily operational tasks in the Outpatient Pharmacies, with a primary focus on over-the-counter (OTC) inventory management. Duties include receiving and stocking OTC merchandise, monitoring inventory levels, organizing overstock, performing OTC returns, correcting pricing, and maintaining accurate signage. Also supports additional operational needs such as assisting with deliveries, maintaining cleanliness and organization in work areas, performing administrative and workflow tasks, participating in routine inventory checks, helping with seasonal or promotional setups, and training the clerk staff.
Minimum Qualifications:
High school diploma or equivalent required. Bachelor's degree in management, business or related field preferred. Experience in gift shop or retail setting required. Must have point of sale computer system experience. Must have excellent computer skills. Effective verbal and written communication skills and the ability to present information clearly and professionally required. Must have artistic talent in displaying merchandise. Must be able to work with minimal direct supervision and make decisions relevant to work and projects.
Requires strong attention to detail, professional communication, and the ability to work efficiently with minimal direct supervision. This role requires strong customer service and professional communication skills, the ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks, and basic mathematical skills used for inventory counts and pricing updates. Must be detail‑oriented, able to maintain accurate records, and capable of working both independently and as part of a team. Organizational skills and comfort with completing repetitive tasks in a fast‑paced environment are essential.
Physical Demands:
Must possess good physical health. Some requirements include but are not limited to standing, sitting or walking for long periods of time. Lifting at least 50 pounds is required.
Physical Effort required:
Constant (67%-100%) – talking, hearing, seeing
Frequently (34%-66%) - reaching, handling/feeling
Occasionally (1%-33%) – lifting, carrying, pushing/pulling, climbing (stairs, ladders, etc), balancing, stooping, crouching
EMPLOYMENT
Each St. Tammany Health System staff member is expected to conduct himself or herself according to our mission, vision and values. Please take time to review those expectations, which can be found by clicking here, before applying for employment. If you feel you are unable to demonstrate those characteristics, we respectfully request that you do not proceed with the application process.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
St. Tammany Health System is an Equal Opportunity Employer. St. Tammany Health System is committed to equal employment opportunity for all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability status, genetic information or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.
We believe the pristine beauty of St. Tammany Parish adds to our attractive compensation package. The health system is nestled in the heart of Covington on the north shore of Lake Pontchartrain. It is a peaceful, scenic, community-oriented area with an abundance of amenities to suit every taste.
Job Description And Position Requirements
Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40
Monday-Friday
8:30 am-5:00 pm
Job Summary:
Responsible for assisting with daily operational tasks in the Outpatient Pharmacies, with a primary focus on over-the-counter (OTC) inventory management. Duties include receiving and stocking OTC merchandise, monitoring inventory levels, organizing overstock, performing OTC returns, correcting pricing, and maintaining accurate signage. Also supports additional operational needs such as assisting with deliveries, maintaining cleanliness and organization in work areas, performing administrative and workflow tasks, participating in routine inventory checks, helping with seasonal or promotional setups, and training the clerk staff.
Minimum Qualifications:
High school diploma or equivalent required. Bachelor's degree in management, business or related field preferred. Experience in gift shop or retail setting required. Must have point of sale computer system experience. Must have excellent computer skills. Effective verbal and written communication skills and the ability to present information clearly and professionally required. Must have artistic talent in displaying merchandise. Must be able to work with minimal direct supervision and make decisions relevant to work and projects.
Requires strong attention to detail, professional communication, and the ability to work efficiently with minimal direct supervision. This role requires strong customer service and professional communication skills, the ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks, and basic mathematical skills used for inventory counts and pricing updates. Must be detail‑oriented, able to maintain accurate records, and capable of working both independently and as part of a team. Organizational skills and comfort with completing repetitive tasks in a fast‑paced environment are essential.
Physical Demands:
Must possess good physical health. Some requirements include but are not limited to standing, sitting or walking for long periods of time. Lifting at least 50 pounds is required.
Physical Effort required:
Constant (67%-100%) – talking, hearing, seeing
Frequently (34%-66%) - reaching, handling/feeling
Occasionally (1%-33%) – lifting, carrying, pushing/pulling, climbing (stairs, ladders, etc), balancing, stooping, crouching
EMPLOYMENT
Each St. Tammany Health System staff member is expected to conduct himself or herself according to our mission, vision and values. Please take time to review those expectations, which can be found by clicking here, before applying for employment. If you feel you are unable to demonstrate those characteristics, we respectfully request that you do not proceed with the application process.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
St. Tammany Health System is an Equal Opportunity Employer. St. Tammany Health System is committed to equal employment opportunity for all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability status, genetic information or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.