Full-Time

Operations Specialist

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Posted on 1/2/2025

Medline

Medline

5,001-10,000 employees

Provider of medical supplies and healthcare solutions

Industrial & Manufacturing
Healthcare

Compensation Overview

$23.25 - $32.50Hourly

Junior

Northbrook, IL, USA

Category
Inventory Management
Operations & Logistics
Required Skills
Inventory Management
Data Analysis
Excel/Numbers/Sheets

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Degree
Experience
Requirements
  • High school diploma or equivalent.
  • At least 1 year relevant business or administrative support experience.
  • Intermediate level skill in Microsoft Excel (for example: using SUM function, setting borders, setting column width, inserting charts, using text wrap, sorting, setting headers and footers and/or print scaling).
  • Intermediate level skill in Microsoft Access (for example: designing and creating simple queries, modifying data types, adding dates, working with required fields and/or creating labels).
  • Intermediate analysis and math skills.
Responsibilities
  • Coordinate inventory levels (surplus, stock transfers, returns, DEDs, slot holds). Contact branches to receive product break downs and/or to offer a solution for Sales.
  • Review and approve all DED requests.
  • Work with AP to resolve any vendor discrepancies.
  • Respond to product information requests from the sales force. Provide Sales the appropriate Medline preferred cross-reference literature brochures.
  • Assist with the over flow calls from the Product Support team.
  • Review: back order report, surplus report, customer requested product stocking (DEDs/ RCIs), HOTSHEETS and open Purchase Order reports.
  • Process all returns. Review all AP issues with vendors (overbill notices, problem tickets, debit memos and credits) and slot holds.
Desired Qualifications
  • Bachelor’s degree.

Medline provides medical supplies and healthcare solutions to various clients, including hospitals, nursing homes, and home health agencies. The company offers a wide range of products such as protective gear, wound care items, diabetes care supplies, and home diagnostics. Medline operates on a business-to-business model, selling directly to healthcare providers and institutions. Its revenue comes from the sale of these medical supplies and equipment, along with value-added services like supply chain management and educational resources. Medline distinguishes itself from competitors through its strong focus on sustainability and resilience, demonstrated by significant investments in domestic supply chain infrastructure. The company's goal is to consistently deliver value and support to its clients, as evidenced by accolades like the Preferred Supplier of the Year award from the University of Texas System Supply Chain Alliance.

Company Size

5,001-10,000

Company Stage

Grant

Total Funding

$486.4K

Headquarters

Mundelein, Illinois

Founded

1966

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Increased demand for home diagnostics aligns with Medline's product offerings.
  • The rise of personalized medicine boosts demand for Medline's specialized supplies.
  • Expansion of outpatient care facilities increases demand for Medline's B2B model.

What critics are saying

  • Market saturation in medical supplies could limit Medline's growth opportunities.
  • Healthcare industry consolidation may reduce potential clients for Medline.
  • Rising raw material costs could squeeze Medline's profit margins.

What makes Medline unique

  • Medline offers a diverse catalog of medical supplies and healthcare solutions.
  • The company has a strong B2B model, directly serving healthcare providers and institutions.
  • Medline is recognized for supply chain excellence and industry leadership.

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Benefits

Health Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

401(k) Company Match

Paid Vacation

Paid Sick Leave

Company News

PYMNTS
Jan 12th, 2025
Investment Bankers Banking On An Ipo Turnaround In 2025

Investment bankers are reportedly preparing for a dealmaking uptick in equity capital markets this year. Optimism among Wall Street’s banks is being fueled by a promising stable of initial public offerings (IPOs) by high-profile companies, Reuters reported late Friday (Jan. 10). Among these companies are liquified natural gas producer Venture Global, medical supplier Medline, and cybersecurity firm Sailpoint, the report said, citing sources familiar with the matter

PYMNTS
Jan 5th, 2025
Wall Street Reportedly Prepping Private Equity-Fueled Ipo Revival

Will 2025 bring about a revival in the initial public offering (IPO) market?. As the Financial Times (FT) reported Sunday (Jan. 5), it’s a rebound Wall Street banks are preparing for, as private equity companies turn to the equities markets to offload some of their high-profile holdings. The report noted that a number of private equity-backed firms have already filed IPO paperwork, among them the medical devices company Medline and software maker Genesys

Fierce Healthcare
Dec 19th, 2024
Medical supply firm Medline confidentially files for potential blockbuster IPO in 2025

Medical equipment and supply manufacturer Medline Industries confidentially submitted plans for a proposed initial public offering, potentially setting the stage for a blockbuster public debut next year.

PR Newswire
Dec 9th, 2024
Modern Healthcare Recognizes Medline For Supply Chain Excellence And Industry Leadership

Medline named to Best in Business list; CEO Jim Boyle named to 2024 100 Most Influential People in Healthcare listNORTHFIELD, Ill., Dec. 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Medline is proud to announce two prestigious accolades from Modern Healthcare. Medline CEO Jim Boyle has been named one of the 100 Most Influential People in Healthcare for 2024, and Medline has been recognized as one of the Best in Business for 2024 in the supply chain category. These honors highlight exceptional leadership and innovation driving the healthcare industry forward

VC News Review
Dec 9th, 2024
Modern Healthcare recognizes Medline for supply chain excellence and industry leadership

Medline CEO Jim Boyle has been named one of the 100 Most Influential People in Healthcare for 2024, and Medline has been recognized as one of the Best in Business for 2024 in the supply chain category.

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