NIDC Inventory Control Specialist

Requisition Id14000

Overview:
We are seeking an Inventory Control Specialist in the National Isotope Development Center (NIDC) whose primary responsibilities are to maintain an up-to-date inventory for all isotopes produced within the U.S. Department of Energy Isotope Program (DOE IP) production network and to ensure physical inventories reported by each production sites align with data stored in the NIDC's enterprise resource planning system, SAP. This individual will also collaborate with NIDC colleagues on numerous cross-cutting tasks that benefit from their insights on isotope inventory data collection and tracking practices.

This position resides in the NIDC in the Isotope Science and Engineering Directorate (ISED), at Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL). The NIDC provides numerous corporate services to the DOE IP and serves as its business interface, regularly communicating with the isotope user community and coordinating isotope production across numerous program facilities (including ORNL).

Major Duties/Responsibilities:

• Maintain up-to-date inventory in the NIDC SAP system for all isotopes produced within the DOE IP production network, including ORNL, as well as returnable shipping containers (e.g., Biodex) used to ship certain isotopes.

• Ensure physical inventories for isotopes and returnable shipping container reported by each production sites align with data stored in SAP.

• Monitor inventory levels of stable isotopes at each production site intended for use as feedstock/target material for radioisotope production; help NIDC Product Line Managers (PLM) forecast when more should be shipped to site or procured from third party.

• Provide input to the DOE IP Annual Production Plan at the beginning of each fiscal year and review monthly updates to ensure consistency with isotope inventory levels in SAP.

• Assist NIDC Director and Financial Analysts with high-value isotope or isotope-related purchases that are coordinated through ORNL's procurement department.

• Assist NIDC Director and Financial Analysts with maintaining Basic Ordering Agreements, including individual task orders, established with DOE IP University Isotope Network partners.

• Assist NIDC Quality Assurance and Regulatory Affairs Manager to establish and refine isotope product specifications published in the NIDC product catalog.

• Provide input on isotope inventory levels for the NIDC monthly reports submitted to DOE Isotope Program management.

• Deliver ORNL's mission by aligning behaviors, priorities, and interactions with our core values of Impact, Integrity, Teamwork, Safety, and Service.

• Promote diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility by fostering a respectful workplace - in how we treat one another, work together, and measure success.

Basic Qualifications:

• A BS degree in a business-related or supply chain management field.

• A minimum of 3-5 years of relevant experience.

• Strong written and oral communication skills with exceptional attention to detail.

• Motivated self-starter with the ability to work independently and to participate creatively in collaborative teams across the laboratory.

• Ability to function well in a fast-paced research environment, set priorities to accomplish multiple tasks within deadlines, and adapt to ever changing needs.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Knowledge of ORNL's SAP enterprise business system and accounting practices.

Special Requirements:

• Q clearance: This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a clearance from the Department of Energy. As such, this position is a Workplace Substance Abuse (WSAP) testing designated position. WSAP positions require passing a pre-placement drug test and participation in an ongoing random drug testing program.

About ORNL:
As a U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Office of Science national laboratory, ORNL has an extraordinary 80-year history of solving the nation's biggest problems. We have a dedicated and creative staff of over 6,000 people! Our vision for diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility (DEIA) is to cultivate an environment and practices that foster diversity in ideas and in the people across the organization, as well as to ensure ORNL is recognized as a workplace of choice. These elements are critical for enabling the execution of ORNL's broader mission to accelerate scientific discoveries and their translation into energy, environment, and security solutions for the nation.

ORNL offers competitive pay and benefits programs to attract and retain individuals who demonstrate exceptional work behaviors. The laboratory provides a range of employee benefits, including medical and retirement plans and flexible work hours, to support the well-being of you and your family. Employee amenities such as on-site fitness, banking, and cafeteria facilities are also available for added convenience.

Other benefits include the following: Prescription Drug Plan, Dental Plan, Vision Plan, 401(k) Retirement Plan, Contributory Pension Plan, Life Insurance, Disability Benefits, Generous Vacation and Holidays, Parental Leave, Legal Insurance with Identity Theft Protection, Employee Assistance Plan, Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Savings Accounts, Wellness Programs, Educational Assistance, Relocation Assistance, and Employee Discounts.

If you have difficulty using the online application system or need an accommodation to apply due to a disability, please email: ORNLRecruiting@ornl.gov.

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This position will remain open for a minimum of 5 days after which it will close when a qualified candidate is identified and/or hired.

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ORNL is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants, including individuals with disabilities and protected veterans, are encouraged to apply. UT-Battelle is an E-Verify employer.