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The Field Inventory Associate supports the local Spine inventory office, Spine Sales reps, and District Sales Managers with delivering integral spine equipment to hospitals throughout the established sales area (usually within a 90-mile driving radius). This Field inventory Associate will help supply inventory for spine cases within the district parameters and maintain designated levels of inventory within each instrument and implant system. Verification of inventory will also be an integral part of this role. This role supports spine trauma accounts and will be responsible for delivering inventory on time and to the appropriate locations within the hospitals and surgery centers.
Join a diverse team of innovators who bring their worldview, their unique backgrounds, and their individual life experiences to work every day. It’s no accident — we work hard to cultivate a workforce that reflects our patients and partners. We believe it’s the only way to drive healthcare forward and remain a global leader in medical technology and solutions.
**Must have a valid driver's license and active vehicle insurance policy. In addition, your driving record will be reviewed and will be considered as part of your application.***
Responsibilities may include the following and other duties may be assigned.
Daily communication with Regional Office Coordinator (ROC) and Sales Reps to set up daily pick-up and delivery of surgical sets and implant replacements
Maintains field inventory logistics procedures through knowledge of company products, functions, marketing and/or service policies and procedures
Maintain regional office inventory to ensure all components are available for cases
Adjust schedule to accommodate emergency situations daily
Replenish sets with needed implants and instruments at the office and medical facilities.
Adhere to Medical Facilities Guidelines for entry and inventory pick-up and deliveries
Drives and maintains company vehicle to deliver and pick up surgical sets within districts and coordinates the inbound and outbound deliveries at hospitals.
Provide assistance and support for Sales Associates.
Process incoming and outgoing shipments
Review daily field inventory report and coordinate delivery/return schedule with Sales Representatives
Ensures that returned inventory matches with shipping documents
Perform the assembly and preparation of sets/kits for surgery/return including Quality Control audits
Must Have: Minimum Requirements
Requires broad knowledge of manufacturing or supply chain operational procedures, systems, and tools gained through experience and/or relevant training, education, or certifications.
Requires 3+ years of related experience, which may include a combination of practical experience and applicable training, education, or certification.
Nice to Have
Experience in supply chain and/or inventory management
Logistics with a medical device or related business
Microsoft Office experience (Excel, Word, Etc)
Physical Job Requirements
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit and talk or hear.
The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; and use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls.
The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms.
The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and distance vision
Must be able to travel
For Baccalaureate degrees earned outside of the United States, a degree that satisfies the requirements of 8 C.F.R. § 214.2(h)(4)(iii)(A) is required.
Physical Job Requirements
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this position, but they are not an exhaustive list of all the required responsibilities and skills of this position.
The physical demands described within the Responsibilities section of this job description are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. For Office Roles: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to be independently mobile. The employee is also required to interact with a computer, and communicate with peers and co-workers. Contact your manager or local HR to understand the Work Conditions and Physical requirements that may be specific to each role.
U.S. Work Authorization & Sponsorship
At Medtronic, we are committed to fostering an environment where employees can thrive and make a meaningful impact. In alignment with our enterprise-wide workforce planning approach, U.S. work authorization sponsorship (H-1B, TN, J, etc.) is offered exclusively for Principal-level roles and above, where specialized expertise aligns with long-term business needs. Roles below the Principal level require candidates to possess unrestricted U.S. work authorization at the time of hire and for the duration of employment.
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Medtronic offers a competitive Salary and flexible Benefits Package
A commitment to our employees lives at the core of our values. We recognize their contributions. They share in the success they help to create. We offer a wide range of benefits, resources, and competitive compensation plans designed to support you at every career and life stage.
Salary ranges for U.S (excl. PR) locations (USD):$48,000.00 - $72,000.00
This position is eligible for a short-term incentive called the Medtronic Incentive Plan (MIP).
The base salary range is applicable across the United States, excluding Puerto Rico and specific locations in California. The offered rate complies with federal and local regulations and may vary based on factors such as experience, certification/education, market conditions, and location. Compensation and benefits information pertains solely to candidates hired within the United States (local market compensation and benefits will apply for others).
The following benefits and additional compensation are available to those regular employees who work 20+ hours per week: Health, Dental and vision insurance , Health Savings Account , Healthcare Flexible Spending Account , Life insurance, Long-term disability leave , Dependent daycare spending account , Tuition assistance/reimbursement , and Simple Steps (global well-being program).
The following benefits and additional compensation are available to all regular employees: Incentive plans, 401(k) plan plus employer contribution and match , Short-term disability , Paid time off , Paid holidays , Employee Stock Purchase Plan , Employee Assistance Program , Non-qualified Retirement Plan Supplement (subject to IRS earning minimums) , and Capital Accumulation Plan (available to Vice Presidents and above, or subject to IRS earning minimums).
Regular employees are those who are not temporary, such as interns. Temporary employees are eligible for paid sick time, as required under applicable state law, and the Employee Stock Purchase Plan. Please note some of the above benefits may not apply to workers in Puerto Rico.
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