Veterinary Inventory Manager

Description Veterinary Inventory Manager Pet Specialists of Austin | Austin, TX Compensation is negotiable based on experience and credentials, with an expected starting range of $22-$25/hour. The final pay will carefully consider a wide range of factors including your skills, qualifications, experience, and location. Schedule: Full-time, Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m., with flexibility for quarterly inventory counts and occasional hospital needs. About You You’re an organized, proactive veterinary professional who enjoys keeping a hospital running smoothly behind the scenes. This is an ideal next step for an experienced Veterinary Technician ready to move away from floor-based patient care and apply their clinical knowledge to inventory, purchasing, pricing, and facilities support. You’re comfortable working independently while contributing to a collaborative team. Key Responsibilities: Maintain pharmaceuticals and hospital supplies within budget using dashboard tools Track inventory turnover through Vetcove and the practice management system, establish reorder points using forecasting and leadership input, and implement controls to minimize shrinkage and maintain appropriate inventory levels. Monitor product availability, regulatory changes, and manage the backorder list Ensure compliance with controlled-substance protocols, including receiving and accurately logging controlled substances upon arrival. Maintain the cycle counting system, perform biweekly Cubex audits, and lead quarterly inventory counts to ensure accurate records and timely supply orders. Dispose of expired inventory within 14 days via appropriate procedures Train staff on inventory systems including Cubex and PMS usage Create purchase orders using reports, hand counts, and want lists Review and submit vendor programs for approval Maintain positive vendor relationships through prompt, professional communication and resolve incorrect or damaged deliveries within 72 hours. Support team members by ensuring access to needed inventory Attend monthly inventory and staff meetings while upholding core values and fostering a supportive work environment Receive and stock inventory accurately, verify packing slips, enter items into the practice management system, process deliveries through Vetcove, and submit completed packing slips weekly. Maintain Facilities Log and escalate facility concerns when necessary Assist with additional hospital needs and projects as needed Requirements: Veterinary technician experience is required 2+ years' experience in inventory management preferred. Strong medical, veterinary pharmacology, and veterinary nursing knowledge preferred. Competent with software skills including Microsoft Office. Must be able to lift and carry 40 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation. This position requires the ability to walk, bend, stand and reach constantly during a minimum of 8-hour days. Visual acuity sufficient to maintain accurate records, recognize people and understand written directions. Ability to speak and hear sufficiently to understand, give information in person and over the telephone. Fine motor skills adequate for utilizing office equipment and hospital equipment Schedule Requirements: Flexibility in schedule. Schedule may change due to hospital needs or to complete inventory counts. Schedule may include weekends, holidays, and evenings. 8-hour shifts Monday through Friday are required. Dependable attendance is required. Overtime may be required. You’ll Grow with Us Here, you can grow your career as best fits you through access to comprehensive learning and skillset programs. You can build your skills and earn credentials through: Our vast, diverse, and free library of continuing education courses - ThriveU Live, virtual interactive workshops to develop valuable leadership skills A program designed to teach you the fundamentals of running a pet hospital And, with so many locations nationwide, you…

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