Distribution Coordinator

The Distribution Coordinator at Zimmer Biomet is responsible for managing the logistics and inventory of surgical instrumentation and implants. Candidates should have at least one year of experience in distribution or inventory control. Key responsibilities include packaging products, preparing shipping documentation, and ensuring inventory accuracy. A High School Diploma or equivalent is preferred. Strong attention to detail and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment are essential. This role supports surgical teams and patient outcomes through effective logistics coordination.

The Distribution Coordinator at Zimmer Biomet plays a crucial role in managing the inventory and logistics of surgical instrumentation and implants. This position requires attention to detail and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate will have at least one year of experience in distribution or inventory control and will be responsible for packaging products, preparing shipping documentation, and maintaining inventory accuracy.

At Zimmer Biomet, we believe in pushing the boundaries of innovation and driving our mission forward. As a global medical technology leader for nearly 100 years, a patient’s mobility is enhanced by a Zimmer Biomet product or technology every 8 seconds.

As a Zimmer Biomet team member, you will share in our commitment to providing mobility and renewed life to people around the world. To support our talented team, we focus on development opportunities, robust employee resource groups (ERGs), a flexible working environment, location specific competitive total rewards, wellness incentives and a culture of recognition and performance awards. We are committed to creating an environment where every team member feels inspired, invested, cared for, valued, and have a strong sense of belonging.

What You Can Expect

The Distribution Coordinator works with various teams in the warehouse to receive, inspect, replenish, and/or ship surgical instrumentation and implants to healthcare facilities with impeccable attention to detail while maintaining inventory accuracy.

How You'll Create Impact

• Package product and materials ensuring contents are protected adequately for shipment.
• Accurately prepare all necessary shipping documentation, including accurate addresses, and ensure that shipments contain the correct inventory
• Receive incoming surgical trays, inspect instruments and implants, and restock inventory based on usage
• Compare part numbers, lot numbers, and other information listed on the Pack Slip to verify accuracy of purchase order and shipping orders.
• Compile data from sources such as purchase orders, invoices, requisitions, to maintain electronic record.
• Assist with cycle counting of inventory when necessary
• Perform duties in compliance with applicable FDA and state regulations as well as standards including, but not limited to, ISO 13485.
• Other duties as assigned

What Makes You Stand Out

As a Distribution Coordinator in the orthopedic medical device industry, you will ensure the efficient and accurate movement of critical medical products—from inventory management to order fulfillment and logistics coordination, committing to timely delivery that directly supports surgical teams and patient outcomes. This role bridges supply chain operations and customer service, helping maintain seamless access to life-changing orthopedic technologies.

Your Background

• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
• 1+ year(s) related distribution or inventory control experience and/or training helpful
• Ability to work effectively and efficiently in a team environment.
• Strong attention to detail
• Self-motivated with ability to achieve desired results independently
• Aptitude for analyzing situations and resolving problems preferred
• Work Environment This job is performed in a high-volume, fast paced distribution/warehouse environment.
• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to communicate with individuals internal and external to the organization and read manuals and documents.
• The employee frequently is required to move about warehouse as well as the larger facility.
• The employee may be required to lift up-to 50 lbs. by themselves.

EOE

At Zimmer Biomet, we believe in pushing the boundaries of innovation and driving our mission forward. As a global medical technology leader for nearly 100 years, a patient’s mobility is enhanced by a

Responsibilities:

• The candidate will be responsible for packaging product and materials ensuring contents are protected adequately for shipment.
• The candidate will accurately prepare all necessary shipping documentation, including accurate addresses, and ensure that shipments contain the correct inventory.
• The candidate will receive incoming surgical trays, inspect instruments and implants, and restock inventory based on usage.
• The candidate will compare part numbers, lot numbers, and other information listed on the Pack Slip to verify accuracy of purchase order and shipping orders.
• The candidate will compile data from sources such as purchase orders, invoices, requisitions, to maintain electronic record.
• The candidate will assist with cycle counting of inventory when necessary.
• The candidate will perform duties in compliance with applicable FDA and state regulations as well as standards including, but not limited to, ISO 13485.

Skills:

• Inventory Management
• Shipping Documentation
• Attention to Detail
• Problem Solving
• Team Collaboration
• Data Compilation
• Inventory Control
• Regulatory Compliance
• Logistics Coordination
• Surgical Instrumentation
• Self-Motivation
• Fast-Paced Environment

Education:

• A High School Diploma or equivalent is preferred.