Careers

 The Optimization Project Technician (PT) is a key member of the Z5 Inventory Optimization Services Team. The PT is responsible for executing and supporting projects that optimize healthcare inventory management across both acute and non-acute care settings. This role focuses on implementing right-sizing strategies, improving operational efficiencies, and driving cost savings for healthcare providers. Technicians in this position are customer-facing, detail-oriented professionals who thrive in dynamic environments. They are expected to travel frequently (up to 80% of the year) to client sites nationwide, ensuring successful on-site implementation and superior customer service from project initiation through completion. 

Z5 Inventory is a healthcare technology company founded in 2015 with a goal to help healthcare providers use expiration avoidance to meet their savings goals and improving the physical inventory valuation process.

 

Description

Daily and Project-Based Duties:

• Execute implementation project tasks independently and accurately.
• Build and right-size inventory shelving systems; label bins and shelves with RFID tags.
• Perform physical inventory counts and reconcile against purchase orders.
• Track, locate, and manage missing, expiring, and recalled products.
• Conduct SKU rationalization, PAR level reviews, and inventory consolidation.
• Provide on-site customer support, product information, and issue resolution.
• Maintain asset location data and ensure system accuracy.
• Present project updates to Z5 Inventory and client teams.
• Ensure alignment of internal and external stakeholder expectations.
• Manage timelines, deliverables, and customer satisfaction for assigned projects.

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma required; Associate or Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Experience: Inventory management, logistics, or healthcare preferred.
• Strong communication and presentation skills, both verbal and written.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint).
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and customer service skills.
• Self-motivated, organized, and capable of working independently or on a team.
• Ability to travel up to 80% of the year (projects may vary in length from 1 week to 12+ months).
• Must be able to stand, walk, bend, and lift up to 40 lbs.

Additional Requirements:

• Must be authorized to work in the United States.
• Must pass a background check and drug screen.
• Must provide and maintain required immunizations, including:

Hepatitis B, Influenza (current year), MMR, Varicella, Tetanus/Diphtheria/Pertussis, TB/PPD (annual), and COVID-19.

 

Willingness to travel:

• 75% (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary

$40,000 - $45,000 per year