Inventory Officer - Healthcare
Inventory Officer - Healthcare
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5years
200000 - 300000
1 Vacancy
Job Description
Job Summary
The Hospital Inventory Officer will be responsible for managing and controlling our hospital s inventory of medical supplies pharmaceuticals and equipment. This role ensures the availability of critical items maintains accurate inventory records and implements efficient inventory management practices in compliance with healthcare regulations. The Inventory Officer collaborates closely with clinical procurement and logistics teams to support seamless hospital operations and patient care.
Key Responsibilities
Oversee and maintain organized inventory systems for all hospital supplies including medical consumables pharmaceuticals and equipment across all hospital departments.
Receive inspect and verify incoming shipments ensuring that they are undamaged match purchase orders accurate quality and in compliance with purchase orders and hospital standards.
Update and manage inventory records in the hospital s inventory management system ensuring realtime accuracy of stock data.
Monitor analyze and control inventory levels to ensure critical items are always available while minimizing overstock wastage and expired stock.
Conduct regular physical stock counts and reconcile with system records; investigate and resolve any discrepancies.
Track and manage expiration dates batch numbers and lot numbers for all inventory especially for timesensitive and perishable items.
Update inventory management systems and manual records to reflect all stock transactions adjustments and movements.
Implement and enforce inventory control procedures including FIFO (FirstIn FirstOut) and FEFO (FirstExpired FirstOut) as appropriate.
Generate and analyze inventory reports (e.g. stock levels usage rates expiry analysis) to inform procurement reduce wastage and prevent stockouts.
Analyze demand patterns and consumption data to forecast future inventory requirements and set optimal reorder points.
Implement and enforce inventory control procedures (e.g. FIFO for perishables) and ensure compliance with hospital policies and healthcare regulations.
Coordinate with procurement and purchasing teams to initiate timely reorders and prevent stockouts.
Collaborate with clinical staff to forecast demand and ensure critical supplies are always available for patient care.
Maintain organized safe and clean storage areas ensuring compliance with hospital policies and health regulations.
Support internal and external inventory audits; prepare documentation and participate in audit processes.
Train and supervise inventory assistants or support staff ensuring adherence to best practices and hospital procedures.
Build and maintain effective relationships with suppliers and service providers to ensure reliable and costeffective supply chains.
Continuously seek opportunities to improve inventory processes reduce costs and enhance overall efficiency in hospital inventory management through continuous training and professional development.
Requirements
Bachelor s degree in supply chain management business administration logistics or a related field; certification in inventory or materials management is an advantage.
Minimum of 5 years of experience in inventory management preferably in a hospital or healthcare setting.
Proficiency in inventory management software ERP systems and Microsoft Office (especially Excel).
Strong analytical and numerical skills with the ability to interpret data and support datadriven decisions.
Excellent organizational and time management abilities; capable of managing multiple priorities in a fastpaced environment.
Attention to detail and accuracy in recordkeeping stock tracking and data entry.
Effective communication and interpersonal skills for working with clinical staff suppliers and crossfunctional teams.
Problemsolving skills with the ability to investigate issues analyze root causes and implement corrective actions.
Knowledge of healthcare inventory control principles regulatory standards and best practices (e.g. FIFO expiry management).
Commitment to continuous improvement and costeffective inventory management.
Benefits
Salary: #200000 #300000Employment Type
Full Time
