Supervisory Supply Technician

Quick Facts

• Supervises medical supply distribution and inventory control for a VA Health Care System and its supported catchment area.
• Directs and oversees the primary inventory point that receives stores and issues supplies and materials.
• Full-time schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00am–4:30pm (subject to change based on agency needs).

Description

The Supervisory Supply Technician ensures supplies and materials are distributed across the Logistics service areas. You will lead daily operations for inventory at primary and secondary locations—replenishing stock, monitoring expiration dates, rotating inventory, and removing outdated items—while maintaining accuracy using barcoding equipment and a computerized inventory system. The role also coordinates with clinical and administrative customers to resolve needs or escalate issues as required.

Responsibilities

• Supervise a team of GS-2005 employees in the Logistics distribution area.
• Plan work, set/adjust short-term priorities, prepare schedules, and assign tasks based on priorities, assignment requirements, and staff capabilities.
• Develop and execute staff training; evaluate subordinate performance; provide advice and instruction on work and administrative matters.
• Direct and oversee management and distribution of supplies and material for the VA Health Care System and supported catchment area.
• Maintain stock levels at primary and secondary inventory locations; pull stock for delivery, replenish inventory, and interact with customers to identify needs or escalate to Inventory Management Specialists.
• Monitor expiration dates, rotate stock, remove expired items, and check inventory for recalled items and hazard alerts.
• Ensure critical supplies are appropriately monitored and controlled.
• Perform daily inventory using barcoding equipment on a predetermined schedule; resolve differences between records and physical counts.
• Unpack/uncrate supplies and store materials in main/primary inventory areas according to established guidelines.
• Use computerized inventory systems to ensure sterility/integrity requirements and data integrity.
• Maintain stock levels through periodic inventory and coordination with ward/clinical personnel; return reusable supplies and inform clinics/wards about new or changed items and shelf life.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• U.S. citizenship.
• Selective Service registration required for males born after 12/31/1959.
• Subject to background/security investigation.
• Complete required online onboarding and provide acceptable identification (REAL ID compliant).
• Seasonal influenza vaccination participation is required.
• Must serve a 1-year probationary period or 2-year trial period.
• Must have one year of specialized experience equivalent to at least GS-06 in the relevant supply/logistics progression, including planning/coordinating work, overseeing supply receipt/distribution, maintaining inventory and expiration controls, training employees, and resolving logistics problems.
• Meet time-in-grade requirements if currently a federal employee in a GS position.
• Physical ability to stand/walk the full workday; frequently bend/reach/lift supply packages (occasionally up to 50 lbs); push loaded carts of medical supplies (100+ lbs) with assistance for heavier items.

Benefits

A career with the U.S. government provides a comprehensive benefits package. Eligibility depends on the type of position held; contact the hiring agency for the specific benefits offered.