Inventory Controller Senior

Site: Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary

At Mass General Brigham, we know it takes a surprising range of talented professionals to advance our mission—from doctors, nurses, business people and tech experts, to dedicated researchers and systems analysts. As a not-for-profit organization, Mass General Brigham is committed to supporting patient care, research, teaching, and service to the community. We place great value on being a diverse, equitable and inclusive organization as we aim to reflect the diversity of the patients we serve.

At Mass General Brigham, we believe a diverse set of backgrounds and lived experiences makes us stronger by challenging our assumptions with new perspectives that can drive revolutionary discoveries in medical innovations in research and patient care. Therefore, we invite and welcome applicants from traditionally underrepresented groups in healthcare — people of color, people with disabilities, LGBTQ community, and/or gender expansive, first and second-generation immigrants, veterans, and people from different socioeconomic backgrounds – to apply.

Job Summary

Leads the daily activities of the inventory control staff. Ensures adequate levels of material and/or product inventories are maintained.

Does this position require Patient Care? No

Essential Functions

• Monitor results by shift/work area and communicate inventory and quality metrics to Inventory Supervisor/Manager
• Conduct analysis of inventory discrepancies and collaborate with operations to mitigate recurrence of issues
• Monitor systematic replenishment and direct completion of replenishment activities
• Leading, coaching, mentoring, and developing teammates on job functions/procedures to achieve objectives and productivity goals
• Planning, monitoring and managing actual performance against operational standards
• Account for in-stock merchandise conditions by audit, create exception reports and optimize inventory turns
• Create and maintain a robust cycle count program
• Analyzes and reports inventory discrepancies and slotting issues
  
  

Qualifications

Education

• Associate's Degree General Business required
  
  

Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree?

• Yes
  
  

Licenses and Credentials

• N/A
  
  

Experience

• supervisory experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified and working knowledge of AS400 5-7 years required
  
  

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Strong analytical and excellent problem-solving skills.
• Excellent verbal as well as written communication skills.
• Good organization and business administration skills, attention to detail, willingness to improve, learn and adapt in accordance with the modern practice methods are some of the other required skills.
• Ability to supervise, control, manage, instruct and lead others to complete the assigned tasks along with computer skills, especially Excel, Word and Outlook will definitely prove to be a great advantage.
• Ability to manage time effectively, as they may need to handle multiple functions and meet the deadlines consistently.
• Ability to function independently with minimal supervision and should be self-motivated.
  
  

Additional Job Details (if Applicable)

Physical Requirements

• Standing Constantly (67-100%)
• Walking Constantly (67-100%)
• Sitting Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Lifting Frequently (34-66%) 35lbs (w/assisted device)
• Carrying Frequently (34-66%) 35lbs (w/assisted device)
• Pushing Frequently (34-66%)
• Pulling Frequently (34-66%)
• Climbing Occasionally (3-33%)
• Balancing Constantly (67-100%)
• Stooping Occasionally (3-33%)
• Kneeling Occasionally (3-33%)
• Crouching Occasionally (3-33%)
• Crawling Occasionally (3-33%)
• Reaching Frequently (34-66%)
• Gross Manipulation (Handling) Constantly (67-100%)
• Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently (34-66%)
• Feeling Constantly (67-100%)
• Foot Use Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Vision - Far Constantly (67-100%)
• Vision - Near Constantly (67-100%)
• Talking Constantly (67-100%)
• Hearing Constantly (67-100%)
  
  

Remote Type

Onsite

Work Location

243-245 Charles Street

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Employee Type

Regular

Work Shift

Day (United States of America)

EEO Statement

Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary is an Affirmative Action Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.

Mass General Brigham Competency Framework

At Mass General Brigham, our competency framework defines what effective leadership “looks like” by specifying which behaviors are most critical for successful performance at each job level. The framework is comprised of ten competencies (half People-Focused, half Performance-Focused) and are defined by observable and measurable skills and behaviors that contribute to workplace effectiveness and career success. These competencies are used to evaluate performance, make hiring decisions, identify development needs, mobilize employees across our system, and establish a strong talent pipeline.