Supply Chain Associate III

Sentara is hiring a Supply Chain Associate III for their Supply Chain department!

This position is fully onsite.

The Supply Chain Logistics Associate III is responsible for the supply management function in the designated assigned areas. Responsible for maintaining close communication with the Clinical & Supply Chain Leadership, Colleagues, and other staff regarding supply related topics. These topics may be involved, but are not limited to Back Orders, Limited Supplies, Product Changes, Recalls and Conversions. Ability to support the department independently and in collaboration with other support staff.

• Manage inventory balances across the designated areas.
• Ability to understand the logistical requirements to meet demand during an ever-changing global supply chain and possess the flexibility to pivot a plan at a moment's notice.
• Responsible for the ordering, storage, inventory, and distribution of supplies in the assigned areas. Implements established plan which ensures supplies and equipment are readily available and orderly.
• Track shipments and coordinate internal stock transfers as well as resolving delays.
• Assist as necessary with product conversions and or substitutions.
• Managing non-conforming supplies including returns in assigned designated areas.
• Ability to stay focused and possess the time management skills to prioritize tasks ensuring job requirements are met.
• Solid critical thinking skill and good stewardship of supply management in their respective areas.

• Work closely with on-site supply chain management staff to provide outstanding customer service.
• Follow up timely with internal and external customers using email, phone, or other means acceptable for use by Sentara.
• Ability to timely escalated critical product shortage and stock out matters to management.
• Capable of escalating with vendor representatives our product demand needs including deficiencies related to their failure to supply and meet our inventory levels.
• Employee knowledgeable in navigating various platforms, ERPs, and other 3rd party systems.
• Individual must be a team player with a positive can-do attitude.

• High school diploma or equivalent (Preferred)

• 3 years supply chain operations (Required)
• Healthcare experience (Preferred)