Storesperson

Southlake Health Community • Newmarket, ON

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

This position is responsible for the receiving of goods, inspection, verification, storage, control, and distribution of all supplies/equipment from various sources (stock, non-stock, Stockless, SPD) to departments throughout the organization. The role also includes maintenance of the carousel and supply carts, affixing labels, keeping products and supply rooms orderly and clean, rotation of stock, checking for expired product, and reporting recommendations for adjusting par levels based on ordering patterns.

Requirements

• High School Graduate
• Lift Truck (forklift) training course for Class 3 - Electric Motor Hand Trucks that meets the standards laid out by the Canadian Standards Association (CSA) and the Ontario Ministry of Labour (one day practical and evaluation)
• Minimum 2 years’ logistics experience in an inventory computerized inventory environment is required
• Demonstrated ability to communicate clearly in English, both verbally and in writing
• Demonstrated excellence in interpersonal and customer service skills
• Effective problem-solving and critical thinking skills
• Proficiency with equipment, computers and software, including carousel hardware
• Very good physical health, as handling of heavy items is a daily requirement
• Ability to push and pull wheeled equipment and movable carts
• Physical demands include: Able to lift, push and pull heavy loads, Repetitive light and heavy lifting, Extensive walking throughout the shift, Frequent standing throughout the shift
• Ability to prioritize workload with varying deliverables
• Ability to work both within a team and independently with minimal supervision
• Must maintain confidentiality pertaining to patients and staff
• Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends, afternoons, evenings, and midnight shifts.
• Demonstrates understanding and complies with patient and staff safety policies and procedures that foster a safe and inclusive environment for all.
• Commitment to providing an exceptional experience for staff and clients within a challenging and exciting health care environment.
• Models behaviour that is aligned with the values of Southlake Health.
• Regular and reliable attendance is an expected requirement of this position.
• Must be able to perform all necessary bona fide duties for the position, as outlined in the position guide.
• Must review and be capable of performing duties as outlined in the Job Demands Analysis for the position as a condition of offer.
• Proven ability to attend work regularly as per the Attendance Support Policy.

Nice To Haves

• Courses and training in Inventory Control, Logistics or Supply Chain Management would be an asset
• Logistics/Material Management Certificate (CPIM) would be an asset.
• Experience in a healthcare environment would be considered an asset
• Product knowledge of medical surgical supplies an asset.
• Pleasant manner with neat appearance as patient interaction is a part of daily function

Responsibilities

• Ensure the distribution and re-ordering of supplies/equipment to the end-user departments, including receiving incoming shipments from Suppliers, Inventory, Stockless provider, SPD.
• Check carousel and carts for outdated medical/surgical supplies and replace as necessary.
• Maintain carousel and individual carts/supply rooms to a regular state of order and cleanliness, and keep products specific to their corresponding locations.
• Conduct daily audits of delivered items and products used to ensure accuracy of ordering and receipts, including looking for tags not pulled by users and placed on the LogiData boards for reordering.
• Review and analyze Business Intelligence department usage reports, in-stock percent, unit of measure, and direct purchase data to assist Management in right-sizing quotas.
• Assist Management with the reorganization and rebuilding of supply carts and storage areas based on “Lean Six Sigma Principles” and Distribution policies and procedures.
• Field inquiries regarding product availability and provide means to resolve these inquiries.
• Liaise with customers and Management staff to optimize and achieve operational efficiencies for departmental supply carts.
• Effectively and efficiently operate, navigate, and troubleshoot inventory management systems (Carousel, LogiData, Meditech and AllScripts Pathways Materials Management) to accurately issue, credit, pick, and distribute supplies from the inventory location.
• Convey system connectivity problems properly to the supervisor to diagnose problems (interface errors, etc.).
• Monitor LogiD boards for proper functionality and report any findings, including board reading the appropriate number of tags, tags identified as unassigned, all areas on board reading tags, and tags on boards for unexpected periods of time.

Benefits

• Progressive health and dental benefit plans
• HOOPP pension plan with employer and employee premium sharing
• Enhanced wellness initiatives, including virtual fitness classes and on-site gym memberships

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED