What are the responsibilities and job description for the Inventory Officer position at Companion Animal Hospital Partners, LLC?
Practice Inventory Manager – Hyde Park Chicago
- We us a Fear Free Approach
- We foster growth & development throughout your career with us
- By joining us, your passion is matched with excellent benefits
Introduction
By joining our team, you will work with our incredible veterinary support staff that knows every client, and every pet, by name. We strive to exceed expectations, not only with our clients, but also with our employees. With 2 locations we are able to offer our next Associate Veterinarian opportunity and exceptional career development. Additionally, we warmly welcome new graduates.
About us
With 2 locations to better serve our clients, Hyde Park Animal Hospital has 4 Veterinarians on Staff and we are ready to bring on a 5th!
Our multiple locations allow us to provide our veterinarians with multiple mentorship opportunities, with doctors who specialize in acupuncture and chiropractic, physical therapy, and stem cell therapy, as well as the opportunity to train with our board-certified veterinary surgeon for specialized surgical procedures.
We offer our clients hospital hours 7 days a week and services that include Boarding, Dog Daycare, Professional Grooming, Acupuncture & Chiropractic services along with underwater treadmill rehabilitation services. Complete care for dogs, cats, exotic pets including small mammals and reptiles.
Team Member Quote
“Workplace culture is very relaxed meaning one can be themselves while working their job in a satisfactory fashion” – Hyde Park Animal Hospital Team Member
About This Role
- Establish inventory control systems to assure adequate stocks of supplies are available at each location.
- Working with vendor representatives, negotiate best prices for all products purchased. As required, make group/bulk purchases, compose bids for negotiated buys.
- Train and work with inventory team members at each location to best manage all inventory operations.
- Manage supply activities. Supervise maintenance and proper storage of supplies and equipment. Analyze and monitor the turnover rate of supplies and equipment and provide necessary guidance in the requisition to replenish needed requirements.
- Meet with vendors to learn about new products, services and pricing structure.
- Meet with the management team and practitioners regularly to assess product availability, concerns and application.
- Stay current regarding any recent developments relative to new products or current products that are subject to backorders or being discontinued, share knowledge with inventory team members.
- Monitor inventory costs and mark-up items according to the standardized industry benchmarks.
About You
- Understanding of the critical balance between the administrative and clinic functions in the veterinary health care delivery system and the ability to coordinate and control programs and resources to achieve a balance.
- Ability to apply the specialized principles and practices of veterinary inventory needs directing the operation of this practice’s inventory management.
- Demonstrates initiative and self-motivation to follow through on all responsibilities in a timely manner.
- Understand and carry out oral and written direction.
- Strong computer skills including MS Office (Word, Excel), email, and multiple veterinary software systems.
- Knowledge of the use, care, and storage of veterinary instruments, materials, and equipment and office equipment.
Our Location
The site of the Chicago World’s Fair of 1893, Hyde Park is a culturally rich neighborhood. The DuSable Museum is the country’s first institution dedicated to African American history and culture. It resides within Washington Park, home to a bird and butterfly sanctuary and the much-photographed Fountain of Time. And the Hyde Park Art Center has been a powerhouse on the art scene for more than 70 years, claiming the title of oldest alternative exhibition space in Chicago.
What We Offer You
Full-Time Inventory Officer benefit package includes:
- Health Insurance
- Dental and Vision Insurance
- 401k
- Competitive pay
- Professional development opportunities
- Fear Free Certification
- PTO
- Personal pet discounts, plus more
It’s Time to Apply
Salary : $15 - $20