Supply Chain Associate

At Duke Health, we're driven by a commitment to compassionate care that changes the lives of patients, their loved ones, and the greater community. No matter where your talents lie, join us and discover how we can advance health together.

Pursue your passion for caring with Duke Regional Hospital in Durham, North Carolina. With 388 beds it is the second largest of Duke Health's four hospitals and offers a comprehensive range ofmedical, surgical, and diagnostic services, including orthopedics, weight-loss surgery, women's services, and heart and vascular services.

Duke Regional Hospital- 3643 N Roxboro St, Durham NC 27704

Friday and Saturday 9pm- 9am (12 hour shifts)

Perform duties related to computerized order entry, distribution of supplies, linen, and equipment, as well as the shipping and receiving of hospital merchandise. Maintain effective inventory management processes by meeting supply needs through prompt delivery, ensuring accuracy of issued supplies, and maintaining the availability and proper working condition of equipment.

• Distribute and restock supplies and/or linen for end users.
• Utilize Supply Chain technologies, including Pyxis and SAP, to document the movement of supplies.
• Perform regular cycle counts to ensure accurate inventory levels.
• Check expiration dates on supplies, document findings, and appropriately discard expired products.
• Accept and sign for deliveries from distributors as needed.
• Inspect shipments, enter goods receipts into SAP, and file packing slips.
• Report shipment discrepancies to on-site management.
• Prepare and process vendor returns and rotate stock in all inventory areas.
• Move and stock supplies in appropriate shelving locations after receiving is completed.
• Transport shipments from the loading dock to stockrooms and deliver packages to designated recipients.
• Deliver non-supply items, such as medical gas and linen, as required.
• Participate in mid-year and year-end inventory counts.
• Complete all STAT orders according to established service level agreements.
• Provide excellent customer service when addressing supply and linen-related inquiries.
• Maintain clean and organized work spaces and storage areas throughout the facility.
• Proactively recommend operational efficiency improvements.

• Perform additional job-related duties, as reasonably assigned, to support safe patient care practices.
• Cross-train in other operational functions and provide support when needed.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational and departmental goals.
• Maintain professionalism when responding to customer needs.
• Effectively operate within a computerized work environment.

• Ability to exert 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, 10 to 25 pounds frequently, and up to 10 pounds constantly to move objects.
• Ability to push and pull unloaded and loaded carts requiring up to 100 pounds of force daily.
• Frequent reaching, lifting, stooping, and bending.
• Commitment to continuous process improvement and service excellence.
• Ability to work cooperatively to achieve organizational and team goals.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to contribute innovative ideas.
• Sense of urgency and a proactive customer service approach.

• Performs routine operational functions with a focus on inventory accuracy, customer service, and efficiency.
• Requires the physical ability to safely perform material handling duties and transport supplies throughout the facility.
• Demonstrates initiative, teamwork, and effective problem-solving skills.

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Some college coursework preferred but not required.