Inventory Technician

About the role

The Inventory Technician, as a member of the multi-disciplinary team, performs a variety of procurement, inventory and supply chain related activities in support of patient care in a fully computerized environment. Monitoring and maintaining appropriate levels of supplies and equipment required for patient care. Executing purchasing and inventory process, within the policies and procedures and consistent with the requirements for quality, quantity and price for the required departments. He/she role models the organizational core competencies. What you bring: Grade 12 education preferred or equivalent as recognized by the Province of Ontario Ministry of Education Post-Secondary Diploma in related field - Business, Supply Chain, Logistics, Inventory Management or Purchasing Two years current experience in computerized supplies acquisition, distribution, inventory management within a surgical/procedural environment and strong knowledge of inventory and purchasing procedures/practices Proficient with MS Office applications, enabling contract compliance analytics and reporting Knowledge and experience of inventory and order management platforms (ideally Allscripts and LogiData) Relevant healthcare supply chain (warehouse, distribution, inventory, purchasing and scanning) Strong product knowledge in relevant departments (e.g. Cardiac, DI, Cataract) Industry knowledge and experience supporting ability to actively source substitutes Strong relationship management and communication skills Demonstrated skills in planning, organization, analytics, along with strong time management, and problem solving skills Deals effectively with work related problems, pressure, and stress in a professional and positive manner Regular attendance is a requirement of this position Must meet physical demands of this position

Responsibilities

• Overall Management of Surgical/Procedural Specialty/Non-stock Products
• Daily monitoring and replacement of all specialty, non-stock, critical items, ensuring adequate supplies are in place.
• Collaborates with clinical teams to identify special needs and to ensure equipment/supplies are available when required.
• Collaborates with Distribution to support replenishment of JIT and Stock items, manage back orders and provide solutions, i.e. alternative products, instruments or equipment as require.
• Makes recommendations and collaborates with supplier to adjust quotas of consignment items as required.
• Supports management in the evaluation of new products and equipment.
• Monitors supply usage for department specific supplies ensuring usage aligns with contract commitments.
• Ability to troubleshoot instrument and equipment problems and recommend alternative solutions.
• Maintains the integrity and sterility of delicate implants, supplies and instruments during handling and distribution.
• Verifies receipt of supplies ordered cross referencing Delivery Document to goods received
• Tracks back orders and initiates sourcing, approval and purchasing of substitute products as required
• Monitor non-stock LogiD tags and investigate delayed replenishments using LogiD application reports, Allscripts Requisitioning and Purchase Order details
• Participates in replenishment cart optimizations as required
• Monitors expiry dates and identifies product to be returned or used first
• Replenishes specialty items/consignment inventory, rotating stock first in first out
• Scans and applies RFID labels as required to inventory received daily
• Submits eRequisitions as required for items/equipment for goods not replenished through the replenishment systems.
• Discusses relevant problems with major suppliers through their sales representative
• Expediting urgent orders for patients and researching alternate suppliers when back orders delay delivery
• Support inventory counts as required by suppliers and investigate any discrepancies between supplier count and system on hand inventory
• Conduct regularly scheduled par level reviews for specialty supplies/consignment to optimize supply and inventory levels, review results and gain consensus with clinical partners to implement changes
• Take a leadership role in

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Additional Information

Job Category: Support/Trades Hospital Location: Newmarket ON Job Type: Temporary (Fixed Term), Full time Number of Positions: 1 Union: SEIU SERVICE Minimum - Maximum Hourly Rate: $32.46 - $35.11 Why Join Our Team? A people-first workplace environment that prioritizes belonging, wellness, and psychological safety. Hybrid, virtual, and in-person working environment (where applicable). 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. If you are ready to embrace this exciting challenge and contribute to the success of Southlake Health, we encourage you to apply and be part of our dedicated team, making a difference in the lives of our employees and the community we serve!

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