Inventory Specialist I

Who we are: At Arkana Laboratories, everyone has an important role to fill. Come join us and be a part of a team dedicated to making life better for those who need it most. This place is packed with super-smart people who do their best work together. We work hard every day to advance our understanding of disease and provide world-class care to our patients in hopes of leaving our corner of the world a little better than we found it. While we are committed to improving the lives of thousands of patients, we never lose sight of the realization that they are the reason we get to create change in our field. Built on generosity, teamwork, and the freedom to try new things, we take great pride in our work. Great ideas come from everywhere in this company and we celebrate each success and failure for the opportunity it gives us to keep reaching. For more than twenty years after our founder, Dr. Patrick Walker, wrote his goals on the back of a napkin, our people, culture, and values have remained strong. About the position: As the Inventory Specialist I, you will manage inventory by maintaining accurate records of incoming goods through our inventory system, monitor stock levels, organize and ensure inventory is stocked in designated locations. You will also review and approve orders submitted by other departments. What you'll do: Strategic oversight of inventory management for Arkana LaboratoriesAccurately and efficiently maintain and distribute supplies within ArkanaReview and approve supply orders through Arkana's ordering sitesCreate cost-effective, approved items lists for Arkana employees to order fromObtaining estimates and price details from different vendors to compare costs.Monitor stock levels and order supplies as needed for all departmentsMaintain accurate records of incoming goods through designated inventory systemPerform quality checks on stored inventory and discard inventory that is expiredUpload receipts and balance distributions through ConcurCheck and back-up packing slips to ensure order accuracy and fulfillmentUse monthly budget MAPs to track spending and predict future budgets/spendingServe as a department contact as neededWork as a backup to Administrative Specialist I positionOther duties as assigned You should have: Education: High School Diploma or GED Experience: 2 years of office and/or warehouse experience Computer: Proficient in MS Office; Proficient Excel skills required. Inventory management software experience required. Other Requirements: Strong math skillsAttention to detailProfessional communicationAbility to track patterns for cost forecasting/stockingTeam player Schedule: Monday-Friday 8am-5pm, onsite at the main office in Little Rock, Arkansas. What we offer: We know that health is more than doctor visits and life is more than work. We work hard at Arkana but in turn provide competitive salaries and generous benefit offerings. Specifically, we offer the following benefits to full-time employees: Competitive salaryGenerous paid time off and Paid HolidaysMinimal cost health insurance for you and affordable options for your family401(k) with immediate eligibility and matchCompany-paid life insuranceCompany-paid long term disability coverageAffordable vision and dental plansFlexible Spending Account or Health Savings Account availabilityWellness plan and complimentary yoga classesMonthly in-office massages and employer-sponsored lunches Please see Careers for further information.