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LOGISTICS SPECIALIST - 10027075

Torrance, CA

City of Hope is an independent biomedical research and treatment center for cancer, diabetes and other life-threatening diseases. 

Founded in 1913, City of Hope is a leader in bone marrow transplantation and immunotherapy such as CAR T cell therapy. City of Hope’s translational research and personalized treatment protocols advance care throughout the world. Human synthetic insulin, monoclonal antibodies and numerous breakthrough cancer drugs are based on technology developed at the institution. AccessHope™, a wholly owned subsidiary, was launched in 2019 and is dedicated to serving employers and their health care partners by providing access to City of Hope’s exceptional cancer expertise. 

A National Cancer Institute-designated comprehensive cancer center and a founding member of the National Comprehensive Cancer Network, City of Hope is ranked among the nation’s “Best Hospitals” in cancer by U.S. News & World Report and received Magnet Recognition from the American Nurses Credentialing Center. Its main campus is located near Los Angeles, with additional locations throughout Southern California and in Arizona.


Pay Rate: $23.69 - $32.46 per hour

Logistics Specialist

Join the transformative team at City of Hope, where we're changing lives and making a real difference in the fight against cancer, diabetes, and other life-threatening illnesses. City of Hope’s growing national system includes its Los Angeles campus, a network of clinical care locations across Southern California, a new cancer center in Orange County, California, and treatment facilities in Atlanta, Chicago and Phoenix. Our dedicated and compassionate employees are driven by a common mission: To deliver the cures of tomorrow to the people who need them today. 

Position Summary:

Responsible for purchasing actions associated with surgical services.Purchases goods and services for operating room at the lowest cost consistent with accepted standards for quality and service.Assures that follow-up with suppliers is performed, ensuring compliance with prices and deliveries.Actively manages the OR Inventory.

As a successful candidate, you will: 

  • Analyze item usage and cost in order to determine and adjust stock levels, execute item phase-out, and reduce inventory cost
  • Evaluate all inventory in department, eliminate if appropriate with the goal of reducing cost of inventory
  • Assist with the execution of cycle counts; receiving, decasing, and stocking inventory daily; expiration data management; cleaning and maintenance of inventory and bins; correct labeling and barcoding of inventory and inventory storage locations; and other actions maintenance on a regular cadence to ensure inventory accuracy and quality.
  • Submit requisitions same-day to Purchasing when material falls below its reorder points, or when new items are required
  • Consult with physicians and nurses in order to obtain technical information, specifications, recommended vendors, and other details in order to support supply requirements for cases and stocking needs
  • Engage suppliers to obtain and analyze additional product information, remediate supply chain constraints, escalate past due Purchase Order concerns, and other business requirements

Your qualifications should include: 

  • High School or GED, undergraduate degree preferred
  • 2 years of experience in Supply Chain, Logistics, or Operational Supply Chain related roles preferably in a health care setting
  • Must have CPR certification through American Heart Association 
  • Must have valid driver’s license with a clear driving record and valid car insurance

City of Hope is an equal opportunity employer.  To learn more about our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, please click here.

To learn more about our Comprehensive Benefits, please CLICK HERE.

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