Inventory Associate (Day Shift: 8am-4:30pm)

Medline; Guelph; Hybrid; CAD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Medline Canada in Guelph, Ontario is hiring an Inventory Associate for the day shift (8:00 AM–4:30 PM). This on-site full-time role reports to the National Sr. Inventory Manager/Warehouse Supervisor and uses SAP and MS Office to ensure accurate inventory, perform cycle counts, and drive corrective actions.

Salary is paid hourly at CAD 22.00, with a stable day shift. The position emphasizes accuracy, teamwork, and safety in a GMP-compliant environment, with opportunities for process improvements

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience in inventory control, cycle counting, or related roles preferred.
• Ability to operate material handling equipment and lift up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Conduct regular cycle counts to verify inventory accuracy and reconcile discrepancies.
• Perform root cause analysis to identify underlying causes of discrepancies and actions.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams to resolve issues and ensure accuracy.
• Reconcile inventory records between physical counts and system data.
• Use SAP ERP to perform inventory transactions (issuing, transferring, adjusting).
• Create approvals for inventory movement and documentations.
• Support improvements to inventory management processes and GMP compliance.

Skills

Cycle counting

Inventory control

SAP ERP

Microsoft Excel

Communication

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Forklift operation

Lift 50 lbs

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

SAP ERP

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Job description

Inventory Associate (Day Shift: 8am-4:30pm)# Medline Careers## Inventory Associate (Day Shift: 8am-4:30pm)Apply: On-site: Guelph, Ontario: Full time: Posted 2 Days Ago: R2617269**Value Proposition**As a leading partner in healthcare, Medline Canada's sole purpose is Together Improving Care – this means being deeply committed to the health and well-being of our customers, employees, partners and our communities. We employ a diverse group of top talent focused on growing and making a difference in the lives of Canadians, coast-to-coast. Compensation is only one part of the Employee Value Proposition that Medline Canada offers our employees. As part of our mission, we offer one of the most competitive and engaging employee experience programs in Canada, which includes:* Collaborative work environment with highly engaged employees* Annual Employee Appreciation Week* Career growth and training programs* Open communication with Senior Leaders* Employee referral program* Recognition programs* Social activities* And much more...**Job Description Summary**Reporting to the National Inventory Manager, we are seeking a detail-oriented and highly organized Inventory Associate to join our team. As an Inventory Associate, you will be responsible for performing cycle counts, creating approvals, managing stock, and utilizing the SAP system along with Microsoft Office programs to ensure accurate inventory. Additionally, you will play a key role in performing root cause analysis and reconciling discrepancies to maintain inventory accuracy.**Job Description****Position Type:** Temporary, Full Time **Location:** Guelph, Ontario **Report to:** National Sr. Inventory Manager/Warehouse Supervisor **Shift:** Mon-Fri: 8:00AM-4:30PM **Pay Rate:** $22.00/hour**Responsibilities*** Conduct regular cycle counts to verify inventory accuracy, identify discrepancies, and reconcile any discrepancies found* Perform root cause analysis to investigate and identify the underlying causes of inventory discrepancies and develop corrective actions* Coordinate with cross-functional teams to investigate and resolve inventory discrepancies or issues* Reconcile inventory records, including identifying and rectifying discrepancies between physical counts and system data* Ensure compliance with established inventory control policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements* Utilize the SAP ERP system to perform inventory-related transactions, such as, issuing, transferring, and adjusting inventory* Manages inventory by blocking and releasing inventory due to stock checks, damage to products, quality purposes and product recall* Create approvals for inventory movement, ensuring proper authorization and documentation* Assist in the implementation and improvement of inventory management processes and procedures* Adjust damaged and returned products and verifies receipt against approved authorization.* Completes all activities and documentation, accurately, and in a timely basis in compliance with GMP and company procedures* Maintain a clean and organized work environment, adhering to safety guidelines and protocols**Qualifications & Skills*** High school diploma or equivalent* Previous experience in inventory control, cycle counting, or related roles is preferred* The ability to operate material handling equipment - licensed with any one of the following forklifts* Raymond Reach, Order (Cherry) Picker is a bonus* Strong oral, written and interpersonal communication skills* Strong listening and problem resolution skills; strong organizational skills;* Ability to work independently as well as in a team* High sense of urgency and customer service* Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office, ex: excel, and word* Comfortable working at heights (Operating MHE)* Safety conscious with the ability to operate material handling equipment (not limited to motorized forklifts) and lift up to 50 lbs in weightThe anticipated salary range for this position:$19.81 - $29.71 Hourly