Inventory Specialist at Veterinary Practice Partners in Wildwood, MO

Summary: Veterinary Practice Partners is seeking a dedicated Inventory Specialist to manage and maintain the hospital's inventory systems, ensuring the veterinary team has the necessary supplies for exceptional patient care. The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented and organized, responsible for purchasing activities, inventory management, and compliance with clinic policies. Responsibilities: - Handle purchasing activities in compliance with clinic policies and within budget, including managing purchase orders and tracking backorders and inaccuracies - Maintain appropriate levels of quantity on hand, reorder levels, and reorder quantities in the practice management software system - Oversee all receipts of inventory items and maintain the barcoding system with the support of the inventory assistant - Manage stock rotation following the “first in, first out” method and coordinate returns of overstock, short-dated, or outdated items to vendors for credit - Assist with weekly, monthly, quarterly, and annual inventory counts, including DEA/BNDD substance logging and audits in accordance with legal requirements - Assist in updating inventory costs and pricing in software to reflect accurate product markup or margin, while identifying waste and minimizing product duplication - Audit patient visit lists (PVLs) and open transactions to identify missed charges, incomplete entries, and open prescriptions that need to be restocked - Document KPIs and captured charges, guide team members as needs arise, and work with the supervisor to assess discount trends and reasons Required Qualifications: - High School Diploma required - Ability to lift 30 lbs unassisted - Ability to work on a computer for extended periods of time - Strong communication skills - Ability to problem-solve effectively with the medical team Preferred Qualifications: - 2-year College Degree or RVT preferred - Knowledge of veterinary services, protocols, and products preferred Required Skills: Inventory management, Purchase order management, Practice management software, Barcoding system, Stock rotation - first in first out, DEA/BNDD substance logging, Inventory auditing, KPI documentation, Team-oriented attitude Benefits: A comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, Paid time off and a 401(k) plan for full-time employees, Professional development opportunities