Stores Clerk - Logistics, Supply Chain Operations

Job summary

The Stores Clerk is responsible for the organization, coordination, and delivery of inventories and supplies to support healthcare services. Duties include managing supply closets, picking and packing orders, operating warehouse equipment, and delivering supplies to various Nova Scotia Health locations.

Job details

Click here to apply as an internal applicant. Req ID: 228167Location: Western Zone, Yarmouth Regional Hospital Department: SCO Logistics YRHType of Employment: Casual Casual Relief (3%) x 1 Union: CUPE Admin Professionals PositionPosting Closing Date: 23-Oct-26About 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.

What you’ll do

The Stores Clerk is responsible for the organization, coordination, and delivery of inventories and supplies to support healthcare services. Duties include managing supply closets, picking and packing orders, operating warehouse equipment, and delivering supplies to various Nova Scotia Health locations.

Requirements

Candidates must have a Grade 12 education or equivalent and a valid class 5 driver's license with a clean abstract. Proficiency in computer software, specifically SAP and Microsoft Office, along with strong organizational and interpersonal skills, is required.

Listed skills

• SAP · Preferred
• Teamwork · Preferred
• Inventory Control · Preferred
• Warehouse operations · Preferred
• Attention to detail · Preferred
• Planning · Preferred
• Material Handling · Preferred
• Logistics · Preferred
• Microsoft Office · Preferred
• Communication Skills · Preferred
• Inventory management · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Inventory management
• Logistics
• Supply chain operations
• Warehouse operations
• Order picking
• Inventory control
• Material handling
• SAP
• Microsoft Office
• Communication skills
• Planning
• Organizational skills
• Attention to detail
• Teamwork
• Driving
• Inventory Staging
• Pallet Jacks
• Shipping And Receiving
• Supply Chain
• Self-Discipline
• Ethical Standards And Conduct
• Valid Driver's License
• Communication
• Cycle Counting
• Disabilities
• Packaging And Labeling
• French Language
• Warehousing
• Leadership
• Innovation
• Inventory Control
• Materials Management
• Order Picking
• Population Health
• Purchasing
• SAP Applications
• Shrink Wrapping
• Loading And Unloading
• Coordinating
• Detail Oriented

Job areas

• Logistics
• Healthcare
• Administrative
• Transportation
• Supply Chain Logistics Manager
• Logistics Coordinator
• Transport Clerks
• Logisticians

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