Inventory Maintenance Coordinator
- Syracuse
- Administrative, Secretarial & Clerical
- Management & Professional
- Full-time
- Opening on: Jun 17 2026
- Central Distribution Services
- State of New York
- TH Staff Assistant 1, NSSL2
- 89924
- UUP (State University Professional Services Unit)
Job Summary:
Looking to make a meaningful impact behind the scenes in healthcare? Join our team as an Inventory Maintenance Coordinator in the Central Distribution Department and help drive real change where it matters most at the point of care.
The Inventory Maintenance Coordinator is a support position assigned to the Central Distribution Department within Supply Chain Management. In this role, you'll work closely with clinical teams to streamline supply processes, reduce inefficiencies, and support our ultimate mission: better patient outcomes. You'll be the critical link that empowers clinicians to focus on patients, not logistics and supplies.
Will serve as the Supply Chain Operations Team's primary contact between the patient care staff assigned to one of the following areas: Nappi, 550 Harrison, UHCC, Distribution, MMW Nurse Managers, Purchasing, Children's Pavilion, and in both inpatient and outpatient areas.
- What you'll be doing:
- Analyzing supply data to find patterns, gaps, and improvement opportunities
- Adjusting inventory (par levels) to keep clinical areas stocked and ready
- Owning support requests from start to finish, with clear communication
- Collaborating with teams across Upstate to improve systems and results
- Supporting supply chain innovation with a patient-first mindset
Are you:
- Exceptionally organized, dependable, and detail-oriented
- Comfortable juggling multiple priorities with efficiency
- Curious, engaged, and eager to grow your operational knowledge
- A strong communicator who thrives in a collaborative environment
* This is more than logistics; it is about removing barriers for healthcare providers and making sure our patients get the best care, faster.
Minimum Qualifications:
Associates degree and 3 years relevant work experience or equivalent combination of education and experience, plus strong organizational, written/oral communication, interpersonal, and computer skills.
* Candidates who possess a Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, or a related field, along with a satisfactory co-op/internship experience in Supply Chain areas at Upstate, may be considered for an assistant-level position at a commensurate salary
Preferred Qualifications:
Knowledge of Microsoft applications to include excel. Ability to draw needed information from data systems already in place.
Work Days:
Monday through Friday 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM, some weekends as needed for projects.
Message to Applicants:
May also need to fill in at other Upstate locations based on Department needs.
Recruitment Office: Human Resources
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status or disability or other protected classes under State and Federal law.
