Inventory Coordinator

This is a 6 months fixed term, full time position.

About USC and the Herman Ostrow School of Dentistry

The University of Southern California (USC) is one of the world’s leading private research universities. The Herman Ostrow School of Dentistry of USC is dedicated to advancing oral health through education, research, patient care, and community service. We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Inventory Coordinator to support our clinics, simulation labs, and educational programs.

About the Role

The Inventory Coordinator is a key member of our supply chain team, ensuring that all dental clinics, simulation labs, and classrooms have the necessary materials and supplies to support patient care and student learning. This role is part of a two-person team with staggered shifts, allowing for early vendor communications and late-day support for students, staff, and faculty.

Key Responsibilities

• Order, receive, and maintain inventory of clinical, educational, and general supplies.

• Communicate with vendors to secure timely delivery and institutional pricing.

• Ensure all purchases comply with USC purchasing rules and budget guidelines.

• Maintain organized inventory records, track usage, and prepare regular reports.

• Coordinate with warehouse, dispensary, and clinic staff to ensure proper distribution.

• Assist with ongoing initiatives, including Centralized Purchasing, Axium Inventory implementation, and student kit updates.

• Provide direct support to students, faculty, and staff for special requests and supply needs.

Qualifications

Education:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.

Experience:

• Minimum 1 year of inventory, purchasing, or office experience preferred.

Skills:

• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.

• Excellent communication skills for working with vendors and internal teams.

• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

• Proficiency with basic computer systems and inventory tracking tools.

Why You’ll Love Working Here

Joining the Herman Ostrow School of Dentistry means being part of a collaborative, mission-driven team that directly impacts the education of future dental professionals and the quality of patient care. This role is essential in preventing supply chain disruptions and ensuring that our students and patients receive the highest level of service.

The hourly rate range for this position is $24.43 - $27.85. When extending an offer of employment, the University of Southern California considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, federal, state, and local laws, contractual stipulations, grant funding, as well as external market and organizational considerations.

USC will consider for employment all qualified applicants with criminal records in a manner consistent with applicable laws and regulations, including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for employers and the Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and with due consideration for patient and student safety. Please refer to the Background Screening Policy Appendix D for specific employment screen implications for the position for which you are applying. 

Minimum Education: High school or equivalent Minimum Experience: 6 - 12 months Minimum Field of Expertise: General office experience.