Stores Clerk - Logistics, Supply Chain Operations

Nova Scotia Health Authority; Yarmouth; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

Nova Scotia Health Authority is seeking a Stores Clerk in Western Zone, Yarmouth Regional Hospital, to manage inventory, pick orders, and deliver supplies across facilities.

Role requires forklift/van operations, strong organizational skills and ability to work in teams. Casual relief with no guaranteed hours; travel across Western Zone is expected.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 or equivalent.
• Willingness to participate in ongoing education programs.
• Demonstrated planning, organizational, priority setting skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work in a self-directed environment and also effectively within an interdisciplinary team.
• Excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills.
• The ability to travel to multiple Nova Scotia Health facilities within the Western Zone for Supply Chain related responsibilities.
• Competencies in other languages an asset, French preferred.

Responsibilities

• Organize, coordinate and control inventory and supplies for health care services in Western Nova Scotia.
• Enter and pick orders, properly pack, label, shrink wrap and stage picked orders for shipping.
• Receive incoming shipments and put away stock; deliver supplies to NSH locations offsite as needed.
• Operate warehouse equipment (electric/manual pallet jacks) and employer supply vehicles up to 28 ft.
• Support cycle counts and special projects; assist with stock organization including potential handling of dangerous goods.

Skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Communication skills

Self-directed work

Driver's license

Education

Grade 12 or equivalent

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Office

Job description

Stores Clerk - Logistics, Supply Chain Operations

Req ID: 228167
Location: WesternZone,Yarmouth Regional Hospital
Department: SCO Logistics YRH
Type of Employment: CasualCasual Relief(3%) x 1
Union: CUPE Admin ProfessionalsPosition
Posting Closing Date: 23-Oct-26

About the Opportunity

Reporting to the Supply Chain Logistics Manager, the Stores Clerk assists in the organization, coordination and control and delivery of inventories and supplies in support of health care services throughout Western Nova Scotia. Duties may occasionally include distribution of supplies to other sites in Western Nova Scotia. Duties include: managing supply closets, entering and picking orders, proper packing, labeling, shrink wrapping and staging of picked order for shipping, receiving and putting away incoming shipments, delivering supplies to other NSH locations offsite and keeping the warehouse clean. The incumbent will also be responsible for operating and maintaining warehouse equipment, e.g. electric pallet jacks, manual pallet jacks, etc. and operating employer supply vehicles, including trucks up to 28 feet in length. Other duties may be assigned as needed, such as the loading/unloading of devliery vehicles, cycle counts and special projects, as well as the organizing and delivering of stock and non-stock items, some of which may be Dangerous Goods. The Stores Clerk ensures that the principles and practices that guide our work such as the mission, vision, values, expected behaviours, the leadership philosophy, organizational health, population health, ethics, safety, quality, partnerships and inter professional collaboration are integrated within the services they provide and through the messages they deliver.

About You

We would love to hear from you if you have the following:

• Grade 12 or equivalent
• A valid class 5 driver's license with a satisfactory clean driving abstract
• Willingness to participate in ongoing education programs
• Working knowledge and proficiency with a variety of computer software and programs
• Demonstrated planning, organizational, priority setting skills and attention to detail
• Ability to work in a self-directed environment and also effectively within an interdisciplinary team
• Excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills as well as leadership skills
• Working knowledge of the SAP computer system is preferred
• Previous experience in a central stores/purchasing environment preferred
• Knowledge of inventory control preferred
• Demonstrated working knowledge of and current relevant experience with Microsoft Office
• Demonstrated understanding of the role of Materials Management Service in the delivery of patient care and understanding of how errors may affect medical treatment and cause financial loss
• The ability to travel to multiple Nova Scotia Health facilities within the Western Zone for Supply Chain related responsibilities
• PLEASE NOTE: This position requires considerable standing, moving, bending, kneeling, and lifting of heavy and awkward objects
• Competencies in other languages an asset, French preferred

Please ensure that you resume is up to date and includes all relevant experience, training and certifications.

Hours

• Casual relief position; no guaranteed hours

Compensation and Benefits

$22.35 - $24.65 hourly

What You'll Love About Nova Scotia Health

Nova Scotia Health is more than the province's largest provider of health services; we're a team driven by excellence in health, healing and learning. Across hospitals, health centres and community programs, our people deliver innovative, high-quality care that impacts lives across Nova Scotia and Atlantic Canada.

From vibrant city life to scenic coastal communities, Nova Scotia offers a lifestyle as rewarding as the work itself. At Nova Scotia Health, you'll find meaningful career opportunities, supportive teams and the work-life balance to enjoy everything our beautiful province has to offer. Join us and discover why so many people are choosing to call Nova Scotia home.

Once You've Applied

Thank you for your interest in this position. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.

Nova Scotia Health is committed to being a workforce that is free of discrimination, values diversity, and is representative, at all job levels, of the people we serve. We encourage all qualified applicants who self-identify as Indigenous, Black/African Nova Scotian, Persons of Colour, Foreign Nationals/Newcomers, Persons with Disabilities, and 2SLGBTQIA+ to apply and self-identify.

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