We are seeking an Inventory Specialist to join our team! The Inventory Specialist is responsible for the majority of purchases and oversees aspects related to the drug and medical supplies inventory in our veterinary practice. The Inventory Specialist must effectively utilize all available resources to provide the best possible inventory operation; as well as to ensure the profitability of the practice. You are essentially accountable for the overall operational function of the hospital as it pertains to inventory yet have staff members in each department who assist you with some of the daily tasks. The role involves stocking and assessing the supply and equipment needs of the practice, managing supply activities, including supervising the maintenance and proper storage of supplies and equipment. You will analyze and monitor the turnover rate of supplies and equipment and provide necessary guidance in the requisition to replenish needed requirements. Working under the direct supervision of the practice manager, you will collaborate closely with the Medical Director and Practice Manager team to save on overhead costs. You will be responsible for purchasing the best products and medicine available, as well as staying current regarding any recent developments relative to new products or current products that are subject to backorders or discontinued. Collaboration with various departments is essential to ensure the practice as a whole is always fully stocked with inventory and ready to serve our clients. Additionally, you will meet with vendors to learn about new products and pricing structures if necessary, oversee the receipt of shipment and unpacking of all inventory orders, and verify that all shipment documents match the shipment order and are received and undamaged. Handling all returns of incorrect or damaged shipments is also part of your responsibilities. You will monitor inventory and return items before they expire as well as return overstock items. Coordination of the ordering, logging, and tracking of controlled substances in the hospital, including maintaining stock in the lock boxes, is crucial. You will utilize the hospital's computer software to accurately and timely enter inventory data and coordinate with management any updates that are made to inventory items in regards to prices, markups, etc. Lastly, overseeing special orders for hospital clients by promptly ordering the requested items and notifying the client of the item(s) arrival will be part of your duties.