**Job Description**
Location: Chicago, Illinois
Business Unit: Rush Medical Center
Hospital: Rush University Medical Center
Department: RUSH Supply Chain RUMC Staff
**Work Type:** Full Time (Total FTE between 0.9 and 1.0)
**Shift:** Shift 1
**Work Schedule:** 8 Hr (6:00:00 AM - 2:30:00 PM)
Rush offers exceptional rewards and benefits learn more at our Rush benefits page (https://www.rush.edu/rush-careers/employee-benefits).
**Pay Range:** $18.87 - $29.73 per hour
Rush salaries are determined by many factors including, but not limited to, education, job-related experience and skills, as well as internal equity and industry specific market data. The pay range for each role reflects Rush’s anticipated wage or salary reasonably expected to be offered for the position. Offers may vary depending on the circumstances of each case.
**Summary:**
Join a fast-paced healthcare environment where your technical skills and analytical mindset directly support patient care. As an **Inventory Control Analyst** , you will leverage strong computer proficiency and data analysis skills to manage and optimize supply levels across multiple clinical locations. You’ll track usage trends, maintain inventory systems, support replenishment activities, and collaborate with clinical and operational teams to ensure the right supplies are available at the right time.
After a training period, this role offers a high level of autonomy and ownership. You will independently support multiple sites, make data-driven decisions, and play a key role in improving inventory processes across the organization. This position is ideal for someone who thrives in a dynamic environment, enjoys working with systems and spreadsheets, and values both independence and cross-functional collaboration. If you’re detail-oriented, tech-savvy, and motivated to make measurable operational improvements within a mission-driven organization, we encourage you to apply. Exemplifies the Rush mission, vision and values and acts in accordance with Rush policies and procedures.
**Responsibilities:**
+ Work alongside acute, non-acute, and lab clinicians to design and implement a Kanban inventory management model.
+ Responsible for replenishing assigned Kanban locations.
+ Responsible for maintaining and updating assigned Kanban locations as it relates to conversions, new item additions, and/or the removal of product.
+ Use supply forecasting methods to help understand location demand.
+ Collect and analyze monthly usage to help determine trends and opportunities for improvement.
+ Create standard work that can be used as a baseline for department training and continuous improvement activities.
+ Perform routine audits to ensure standard work is being followed8. Create purchase orders (i.e., racking, bins, label holders, etc.) using ERP-Infor/Lawson.
+ Work closely with the operations, clinical, and procurement teams to identify item standardization opportunities.
**Required Job Qualifications:**
+ High School diploma or GED equivalent.
+ Must have valid IL driver's license.
+ At least one year work experience in a related healthcare or service industry field.
+ Ability to plan daily personal time management and long-term strategies through fiscal budget year activities.
+ Ability to analyze, compose and articulate business opportunities and recommend best proactive outcomes for location Inventory.
+ Prior experience with data inquiry, data entry and P.C. operations.
+ Requires sound math and inquisitive skills resolving system[s] and inventory related issues.
+ Strong communication and organizational skills. Ability to communicate effectively and exhibit good oral and written skills.
+ Ability to plan daily personal time management and long-term strategies through fiscal budget year activities.
+ Ability to analyze, compose and articulate business opportunities and recommend best proactive outcomes for location Inventory.
+ Prior experience with data inquiry, data entry and P.C. operations.
+ Requires sound math and inquisitive skills resolving system[s] and inventory related issues.
**Preferred Job Qualifications:**
+ Associates Degree.
Rush is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.
**Position** Inventory Control Analyst
**Location** US:IL:Chicago
**Req ID** 24656