Inventory & Distribution Coordinator; Research Animal Resources

Inventory & Distribution Coordinator (Research Animal Resources)

Research Animal Resources (RAR) at Johns Hopkins University is seeking an Inventory & Distribution Coordinator to facilitate the ordering and distribution of supplies, and to receive, deliver, and monitor inventory. The Coordinator will conduct all purchases in accordance with university procurement policies, standard practices, and sound business and ethical practices. This position requires basic knowledge of purchase orders, invoices, contracts, and related documents while supporting supply ordering and distribution requirements for RAR.

The Coordinator reports to the RAR Administrator and is responsible for distributing supplies to all RAR locations while managing overall inventory.

The Coordinator follows established protocols to ensure that all receiving, delivery and shipments for the Johns Hopkins community are processed and completed accurately and daily. The Coordinator ensures all customers receive the correct items in a timely fashion.

• Handle all aspects of inventory and distribution.
• Train new delivery staff and/or students.
• Open assigned areas at start of workday.
• Unpack and stock deliveries.
• Ensure deliveries are covered and completed accurately and timely.
• Deliver inventory products to customers as needed.
• Coordinate efficient delivery routes and operate delivery vehicle when needed.
• Make deliveries to other locations and campuses.
• Maintain equipment and ensure proper storage, stability, and integrity of inventory items.
• Produce regular inventory reports.
• Use established systems to process orders and create required documentation.
• Responsible for inventory and space management for stocked items and special orders.
• Establish and upgrade delivery protocols and ensure adherence to established protocols.
• Communicate directly with vendors to monitor outstanding orders.
• Adapt to changes in protocol as inventory and distribution needs arise.
• Support daily operations of the core as needed/requested by the Supervisor.
• Other duties as assigned.

• High school diploma or graduation equivalent.
• One year of related retail or customer service experience.
• Additional education may substitute for required experience, and additional related experience may substitute for required education beyond a high school diploma/graduation equivalent, to the extent permitted by the JHU equivalency formula.

• Three years related experience.
• Experience in a non-profit or university setting.
• Ability to process multiple tasks, set priorities, and work independently to meet objectives.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Computer skills including Microsoft Office and ability to learn and manage inventory tracking software.

Classified

Title:

Inventory & Distribution Coordinator

Role/Level/Range: ATO 37.5/03/OD

Starting Salary Range: $16.20 - $28.80 HRLY (Commensurate w/exp.)

Employee group:
Full Time

Schedule:

M-F / 8:30am - 5pm

FLSA Status:
Non-Exempt

Location:

School of Medicine Campus

Department name:
Research Animal Resources

Personnel area:
University Administration

The referenced base salary range represents the low and high end of Johns Hopkins University's salary range for this position. Exact salary will ultimately depend on multiple factors, including geographic location, skills, work experience, market conditions, education/training, and other qualifications. Johns Hopkins offers a total rewards package that supports our employees' health, life, career and retirement. More information can be found at (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..

Please refer to the job description above to see which forms of equivalency are permitted for this position. If permitted, equivalencies will follow the JHU Equivalency Formula: 30 undergraduate degree credits (semester hours) or 18 graduate degree credits may substitute for one year of experience. Additional related experience may substitute for required education on the same basis. For jobs where equivalency is permitted, up to two years of non-related college course work may be applied towards the total minimum education/experience required for the respective job.

Applicants who do not meet the posted requirements but are completing their final academic semester/quarter will be considered eligible for employment and may be asked to provide additional information confirming their academic completion date.

The successful candidate will be subject to a pre-employment background check. Johns Hopkins is committed to hiring individuals with a justice-involved background, consistent with applicable policies and current practice. A prior criminal history does not automatically preclude candidates from employment at Johns Hopkins University. In accordance with applicable law, the university will review, on an individual basis, the date of a candidate's conviction, the nature of the…