What are the responsibilities and job description for the Supply Chain Associate-(2nd shift) position at The University of Iowa?
Posting ID 161082
Department Hospital Stores/UIHC
Jobcode Supply Chain Associate
Working Title Supply Chain Associate-(2nd shift)
Details
Hours/schedule: Openings for 2nd shift or 3rd shift with rotating weekends.
Job Duties:
Serve as a Supply Chain Department liaison for clinics and operating rooms throughout the hospital. Utilize Microsoft Excel, SPM, and Tableau to locate supplies and instruments. Prompt communication with hospital staff regarding emergencies and requests. Ability to move throughout hospital, move up to 25 pounds, and frequently transport heavy case carts. Ability to move and position self to handle inventory, including high/low shelving. Employees will need a valid driver’s license. Other duties as assigned.
Position Responsibilities:
Procure and deliver goods and services: Evaluate, procure, receive, store, and deliver goods and services. Initiate requisitions to procure goods and services at the direction of others.
Organize and maintain hospital inventory.
Research Products, Prepare Product/ Equipment Specifications, and Contract Management: Obtain and verify information regarding sourcing and acquisition options at the request of others. Review contracts for accurate pricing and apply terms and conditions.
Inventory Management and Marketing: Receive, properly store and distribute product. Address inventory issues related to the supply chain and suggest models for improvement. Maintain and secure inventory and report issues as needed. Responsible for implementation of marketing strategy or plan.
Assist with inventory management throughout the hospital.
Cycle count, order, restock, and receive products.
Vendor and Customer Relations: Interact with vendors/suppliers to assure the appropriate goods or services are being procured effectively and efficiently. Interact with internal and external customers, answer questions about orders and shipments. Reconcile discrepancies and address customer concerns.
Work directly with hospital staff to effectively communicate supply chain requests and/or issues for resolution.
Data Management or Data Systems Development: Maintain inventory/equipment database(s).
Responsible for the maintenance of inventory data and scanning.
Fiscal Responsibility: Monitor the budget and assist with managing the budget within defined parameters. Advise management on budgetary needs or discrepancies.
Leadership/Supervision: May provide functional and/or administrative supervision of staff.
May provide training to other employees and hospital end users.
Respond to emails and meeting requests appropriately and timely.
Education Required:
A Bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience is required.
Experience Required:
Related Supply Chain Experience
Experience with establishing, building, and sustaining effective and cooperative relationships with superiors, subordinates, or peers within your own work unit or organization or with any other persons perceived to have a stake in enabling, enhancing, or receiving services or products furnished by your work unit or organization.
Experience planning, allocating, and mobilizing resources to fulfill or complete a work unit or organizational objective or task.
Valid driver's license and ability to meet fleet safety standards.
Contact SAMANTHA MILLER
Email: samantha-j-miller@uiowa.edu
Application Instructions Email a resume to samantha-j-miller@uiowa.edu
Ad Start Date 07/24/2026
Ad End Date 08/28/2026
Department Hospital Stores/UIHC
Jobcode Supply Chain Associate
Working Title Supply Chain Associate-(2nd shift)
Details
Hours/schedule: Openings for 2nd shift or 3rd shift with rotating weekends.
Job Duties:
Serve as a Supply Chain Department liaison for clinics and operating rooms throughout the hospital. Utilize Microsoft Excel, SPM, and Tableau to locate supplies and instruments. Prompt communication with hospital staff regarding emergencies and requests. Ability to move throughout hospital, move up to 25 pounds, and frequently transport heavy case carts. Ability to move and position self to handle inventory, including high/low shelving. Employees will need a valid driver’s license. Other duties as assigned.
Position Responsibilities:
Procure and deliver goods and services: Evaluate, procure, receive, store, and deliver goods and services. Initiate requisitions to procure goods and services at the direction of others.
Organize and maintain hospital inventory.
Research Products, Prepare Product/ Equipment Specifications, and Contract Management: Obtain and verify information regarding sourcing and acquisition options at the request of others. Review contracts for accurate pricing and apply terms and conditions.
Inventory Management and Marketing: Receive, properly store and distribute product. Address inventory issues related to the supply chain and suggest models for improvement. Maintain and secure inventory and report issues as needed. Responsible for implementation of marketing strategy or plan.
Assist with inventory management throughout the hospital.
Cycle count, order, restock, and receive products.
Vendor and Customer Relations: Interact with vendors/suppliers to assure the appropriate goods or services are being procured effectively and efficiently. Interact with internal and external customers, answer questions about orders and shipments. Reconcile discrepancies and address customer concerns.
Work directly with hospital staff to effectively communicate supply chain requests and/or issues for resolution.
Data Management or Data Systems Development: Maintain inventory/equipment database(s).
Responsible for the maintenance of inventory data and scanning.
Fiscal Responsibility: Monitor the budget and assist with managing the budget within defined parameters. Advise management on budgetary needs or discrepancies.
Leadership/Supervision: May provide functional and/or administrative supervision of staff.
May provide training to other employees and hospital end users.
Respond to emails and meeting requests appropriately and timely.
Education Required:
A Bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience is required.
Experience Required:
Related Supply Chain Experience
Experience with establishing, building, and sustaining effective and cooperative relationships with superiors, subordinates, or peers within your own work unit or organization or with any other persons perceived to have a stake in enabling, enhancing, or receiving services or products furnished by your work unit or organization.
Experience planning, allocating, and mobilizing resources to fulfill or complete a work unit or organizational objective or task.
Valid driver's license and ability to meet fleet safety standards.
Contact SAMANTHA MILLER
Email: samantha-j-miller@uiowa.edu
Application Instructions Email a resume to samantha-j-miller@uiowa.edu
Ad Start Date 07/24/2026
Ad End Date 08/28/2026
Benefits:
Health Insurance, Vacation & Paid Time Off, Retirement Plan