Inventory Analyst Buyer, Supply Chain Operations

at  PHSA

INVENTORY ANALYST BUYER, SUPPLY CHAIN OPERATIONS

BC Clinical & Support Services
Prince George, BC
The Inventory Analyst/Buyer develops, implements and maintains stock control systems and procedures by utilizing supply chain procurement systems and utilizing proficiency in business application software such as Microsoft Office Suite / applications such as Outlook, Excel, Word and Power Point, establishes and/or revises reorder points and quantities, purchases a variety of inventory equipment and supplies, conducts inventory audits, carries out follow-up activities, contacts supplier and representatives, controls inventory content and levels, prepares relevant records and reports, and establishes and maintains an inventory catalogue system.

WHAT YOU BRING

Qualifications

• Grade twelve (12), supplemented by recognized purchasing courses plus five (5) years’ recent related experience or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to deal with others effectively.
• Ability to organize work.
• Ability to operate related equipment.
• Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position.

This is an onsite position. A computer assessment (MS Excel) shall be considered as part of the hiring process for this position. Computer assessment is to be completed at an approved health authority worksite. There is a 60 minute time limit for this computer assessment.

Skills & Knowledge

• Commitment to upholding the shared responsibility of creating lasting and meaningful reconciliation in Canada as per TRC (2015) and BC’s Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act (2019).
• As a strong asset for consideration, we are looking for our successful candidate to have: Knowledge of social, economic, political and historical realities of settler colonialism on Indigenous Peoples and familiarity with addressing Indigenous-specific anti-racism, anti-racism and Indigenous Cultural Safety and foundational documents and legislative commitments (The Declaration Act, the Declaration Action Plan, TRC, IPS, Remembering Keegan, etc.).

WHAT WE DO

The Provincial Health Services Authority (PHSA) plans, manages and evaluates specialized health services with the BC health authorities to provide equitable and cost-effective health care for people throughout the province. Our values reflect our commitment to excellence and include: Respect people – Be compassionate – Dare to innovate – Cultivate partnerships – Serve with purpose.
Learn more about PHSA and our programs: jobs.phsa.ca/programs-and-services
PHSA is committed to equity in our hiring and employment practices. With learning and compassion, we are addressing existing inequities and barriers throughout our systems. PHSA is seeking to create a diverse workforce and to establish an inclusive and culturally safe environment. We invite applications and enquiries from all people, particularly those belonging to the historically, systemically, and/or persistently marginalized groups identified under the B.C. Human Rights Code.
One of PHSA’s North Star priorities is to eradicate Indigenous-specific racism, which includes dismantling barriers to health care employment at every level. We welcome Indigenous individuals to apply and/or contact the Sanya’kula Team (Indigenous Recruitment & Employee Experience) for support at indigenous.employment@phsa.ca.
Indigenous-specific anti-racism initiatives are rooted in addressing the unique forms of discrimination, historical and ongoing injustices, and marginalization faced by Indigenous peoples. These initiatives align with an Indigenous rights-based approach, recognizing the inherent rights and self-determination of Indigenous communities. PHSA must uphold legislative obligations and provincial commitments found in the foundational documents such as including Truth & Reconciliation Commission’s Calls to Action (2015), In Plain Sight (2020), BC’s Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act (2019), United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples (UNDRIP), Reclaiming Power and Place Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women & Girls Calls for Justice (2019), the Declaration Act Action Plan and Remembering Keegan: A First Nations Case Study

• Develops, implements and maintains stock control systems and procedures utilizing a computerized information system to control and provide information regarding inventory content and levels.
• Establishes and/or revises re-order points and quantities by reviewing a variety of information such as usage, availability, cost, and storage requirements to ensure optimum inventory levels are maintained.
• Purchases a variety of inventory equipment and supplies by selecting suppliers, negotiating price and delivery dates, and preparing and approving purchase orders; negotiates transportation charges, directs purchases from alternate sources, and negotiates restocking charges and claims.
• Audits inventory levels by conducting regular and spot physical checks and comparing actual to recorded inventory levels; investigates discrepancies; resolves or refers problems to Supervisor.
• Carries out follow-up activities such as monitoring delivery dates, resolving shipping problems, reviewing credit notes, investigating order discrepancies, making price adjustments, and expediting late deliveries.
• Contacts suppliers and representatives to maintain sources of supply; interviews supplier’s representatives; evaluates and provides information on supplier performance as required.
• Controls inventory content and levels by reviewing and analyzing stock/non-stock usage reports and stock status reports; confers with user departments regarding inventory requirements.
• Prepares relevant records and reports; gathers background statistical information for use in the preparation of tenders.
• Answers inquiries on outstanding purchase orders and related requests for information; follows up on requests as required.
• Establishes and maintains an inventory catalogue system by preparing descriptions of items and assigning stock numbers.
• Ensures inventory supplies are labeled and organized; removes obsolete and adds new items.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.