Storekeeper I - Relief

Thunder Bay; Northwestern Ontario; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Thunder Bay is seeking an Inventory Control Associate to manage inventory processes and ensure quality assurance on received shipments. Responsibilities include operating a forklift, updating SAP inventory files, and maintaining the cleanliness of the work environment. The ideal candidate will have a strong commitment to customer service and teamwork, along with relevant educational qualifications.

Qualifications

• Education at minimum secondary school level required.
• Experience in warehousing and inventory control is an asset.
• Ability to operate materials-handling equipment, including forklift.

Responsibilities

• Receive, verify, and issue materials in accordance with established procedures.
• Run re-order reports and manage stock levels.
• Ensure safe and clean working conditions.

Skills

Customer Service

Teamwork

Intermediate Word Processing

Basic Spreadsheet Skills

Online Data Entry

Education

Minimum Secondary School Graduation

Equivalent Combination of Education, Training, and Experience

Tools

SAP

Inventory Control Systems

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY: Under the general supervision of the Supervisor and the technical direction and guidance of the Storekeeper II, receives and issues material in accordance with established procedures.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Receives and verifies in-bound shipments; processes and posts issues from stock, verifying quality, quantity, and product description.
• Runs the re-order report, creates requisitions, and re-orders stock at established re-order points and quantities, adjusting for seasonality or other influencing factor.
• Counts and reconciles inventory, in accordance with established schedules.
• Places and processes non-inventory orders with defined vendors, for other divisions.
• Processes petty cash receipts.
• Updates and creates new SAP inventory files, as required.
• Operates assorted materials-handling equipment including forklift.
• Administers weigh scale process.
• Processes monthly accounts receivable billings.
• Maintains a safe, clean working environment.
• Prepares expediting report and follows-up on back orders.
• Liaises with Accounts Payable to resolve issues regarding inventory and payment irregularities; makes adjustments as necessary.
• Liaises with individuals, departments, and suppliers on inventory issues including selection, quality, and quantity.
• Assists in asset disposal and product return processes.
• Performs such other related duties as may be assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education/Experience:

• Minimum secondary school graduation; or
• Equivalent combination or education, training and experience

Skills/Abilities:

• Must be an intermediate skill level in word processing software and at a basic skill level in spreadsheet software and must possess basic on-line data entry skills
• Must possess superior customer service and teamwork skills

Assets:

• Experience in warehousing and inventory control is an asset
• Knowledge of SAP or other ERP systems

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

• Must be physically able to load, unload, and stockpile inventory
• Must have and maintain a valid “G” Class Ontario driver’s licence
• Must undergo a Criminal Record and Judicial Matters Check (CRJMC)

General Information:

As an equal opportunity employer, the City of Thunder Bay encourages applications from Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, members of visible minority groups, women and members of the 2SLGBTQ+ community.

ONTARIO HUMAN RIGHTS CODE: It is a contravention of the Human Rights Code of Ontario to discriminate on the basis of: race, ancestry, place of origin, colour, ethnic origin, citizenship, creed, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, family status, disability, age, record of offences, gender identity or gender expression.Therefore, a resume submitted to the City must not include references to any of the above characteristics. Do not include:

• Photos
• Any certificates that have photo identification
• Driver’s licences
• Police records checks

Note: The above documentation will be requested by the Human Resources & Division should you be the successful applicant.If a Criminal Record Check is required, it will be requested by Human Resources should you be the successful applicant. Please do not submit your Criminal Record Check with your application.

ACCOMMODATION: Reasonable accommodations are available upon request for all parts of the recruitment process.

PRIVACY:Personal information on this form is collected under the authority of the Municipal Act, c. 302, as amended, and will be used to determine eligibility for employment. Questions about this collection of personal information should be directed to the Human Resources & Corporate Safety Division, 125 Syndicate Ave Suite 42, Thunder Bay, Ontario, P7E 6H8, Telephone: [phone]

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