Materials Management Coordinator/Plant Operations Job Birmingham area,Alabama USA,Supply Chain/Logistics

Plant Operations & Facility Systems

Maintenance Coordination

Serve as the primary point of contact for maintenance-related activities.
Coordinate repair requests and work orders with internal staff and external service providers
Work closely with Lillibridge and other contracted vendors to ensure timely completion of maintenance projects and repairs.
Track maintenance activities and maintain documentation of completed work.

Coordinate and oversee supply ordering for all departments throughout the facility

Maintain appropriate inventory levels for routine supplies, specialty items, implants, and physician preference items
Establish, monitor, and adjust par levels based on case volume, utilization trends, and operational needs
Prepare and process purchase orders accurately and timely
Receive incoming shipments and verify packing slips against purchase orders and delivered items
Resolve discrepancies involving orders, backorders, damaged goods, or invoicing issues
Research vendors and pricing to obtain quality products at the most cost-effective pricing
Compile purchasing and inventory data and accurately enter in computer systems

INVENTORY CONTROL/ SUPPLY DISTRIBUTION

Maintain organized storage areas and ensure inventory is properly rotated and secured
Track and manage implant inventory, expiration dates, lot numbers, and required documentation
Distribute supplies throughout the facility to ensure departments remain stocked and operational
Conduct routine inventory counts and audits
Monitor for shortages and proactively replenish critical supplies
Assist with annual inventory and inventory reconciliation

EQUIPMENT MANAGEMENT

Coordinate equipment repairs and maintenance with vendors/service providers
Troubleshoot equipment concerns and initiate repair requests
Evaluate equipment replacement/repair needs
Coordinate procurement of new equipment and ensure proper documentation and setup
Track preventative maintenance and service records

STAFF SUPPORT / COMMUNICATION

Respond to staff supply requests in a timely manner
Address concerns or complaints related to supplies or equipment
Collaborate with staff and physicians to identify supply and equipment needs
Communicate effectively with departments regarding backorders, substitutions, or delays.
Support process improvement initiatives related to supply utilization and cost containment

COMPLIANCE / QUALITY

Maintain records related to implants, equipment, and purchasing in accordance with regulatory requirements
Ensure compliance with facility policies and accreditation standards
Support readiness for regulatory inspections

Qualifications

Minimum 1 year of experience in materials management, perioperative services, or ambulatory surgery center operations preferred
Prior operating room experience preferred
Knowledge of surgical supplies, implants, inventory systems, and purchasing processes
Understanding of sterile processing and OR workflow
Strong organizational and inventory management skills
Ability to analyze pricing and purchasing trends
Excellent communication and problem- solving skills
Computer proficiency including inventory and purchasing
Ability to prioritize multiple responsibilities in a fast-paced surgical environment

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Requirements

Materials Management Coordinator​/Plant Operations