Supply Chain Specialist OR ASC

About the role

The Supply Chain Specialist OR ASC manages OR/procedural area supplies, including stocking, ordering, inventory control, and distribution. This role involves technical tasks such as using barcoding for scanning, maintenance of PAR locations in the ERP, working with clinical staff, anticipating supply needs for surgeries, and performing data entry necessary for ordering and tracking of open orders. The Specialist level often includes acting as a lead, training new hires, and collaborating on cost‑saving opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and replenish OR supply locations based on PAR levels and usage trends; monitor expiration dates and ensure sterile supplies are rotated properly.
• Deliver supplies to operating rooms, restock par carts, and maintain supply levels in various storage locations; maintain clean and organized supply areas.
• Work closely with OR staff to anticipate needs for upcoming procedures, ensuring appropriate stock is available while accounting for fluctuations in usage; act as a resource for the team.
• Collaborate with Procurement and Inventory Control to troubleshoot critical supply constraints; utilize the approved sub database to avoid stock outs; if no approved sub exists, work with Value Analysis and the OR Clinical Team to identify appropriate substitute products.
• Follow infection control and sterile handling protocols; ensure compliance with hospital policies and regulatory standards.
• Serve as a lead team member and mentor for new employees.
• Demonstrate the ability to perform other duties as assigned and/or participate in special projects to support the mission of VCUHS and the Department.
• Accept alternate assignments as required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent (required).
• 3+ years of experience in healthcare supply chain (minimum).
• 3+ years of experience in healthcare supply chain in a procedural environment (preferred).

Skills

• Familiarity with replenishment, low unit of measure or point of use inventory processes.
• General understanding of procurement.
• Knowledge of logistics, warehousing, and distribution.
• Familiarity with surgical instruments, sterile supplies, and OR protocols.
• Strong analytical, critical thinking, and problem‑solving skills.
• Excellent communication skills (written and oral) across multiple teams.
• Previous experience using a personal computer with Microsoft Office applications.
• Proficiency in supply chain software (e.g., Workday, SAP, Oracle, JDA) and other office‑based software.
• Experience with barcoding and other logistics processes and systems.
• Preferred: Clinical/Procedural area experience including knowledge of surgical supplies & instruments, case cart preparation & preference card use, sterile technique awareness, coordination with OR schedulers & nurses, and emergency supply fulfillment (e.g., during trauma or urgent surgeries).

Pay

Compensation range: $18.39 – $28.51. Actual salary offers will be based on several key factors including relevant work experience, credentials, and qualifications.