Blood Collections Materials Coordinator

American Red Cross

Location:
Philadelphia, PA, USA
Category:
General Staff
Posted Jun 22, 2026Apply by Jul 7, 2026 (10d left)

The Blood Collections Materials Coordinator supports the blood collections operation by acquiring, distributing, and maintaining supplies and equipment used in day-to-day blood collections. The role includes managing inventory, preparing blood collection kits, and delivering materials to internal and external customers.

Responsibilities

  • Manage blood collection equipment and supplies including boxes, labels and canteen supplies
  • Prepare blood collection kits in accordance with established directives
  • Take inventory and order supplies from the warehouse, maintaining collections’ supply and equipment area
  • Fill order requisitions from mobile and fixed sites
  • Interact in a positive, proactive, and customer-focused manner with both internal and external customers
  • May drive blood collection vehicles to load and unload required supplies and equipment where applicable and as needed

Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent is required
  • Customer service experience and effective verbal communication skills are required
  • A current, valid driver's license with a good driving record is required
  • Ability to carry moderate weight is required
  • Operational flexibility is required to meet sudden and unpredictable needs
  • Must be able to lift or move up to 75 pounds of weight; reach, bend, kneel, climb, push and pull; work in tight spaces
  • Ability to use a variety of hand and power tools and work with a variety of chemicals and solvents
  • Basic computer skills are required
  • Must be proficient with Microsoft office applications
  • Prior inventory control experience is preferred

Skills

  • Customer Service
  • Verbal Communication
  • Inventory Management
  • Microsoft Office Suite
  • Basic Computer Knowledge
  • Use of hand tools
  • Use of Power Tools
  • Chemical Handling
  • Supply Chain Management
  • Material Distribution
  • Blood Collection Kit Preparation
  • Operational Flexibility
  • Driving with valid license

Languages

English