Inventory Associate (Afternoon shift)

at  Medline Industries Inc

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
• Market competitive compensation and benefits plan, including LTD & Insurance
• DPSP match program
• Annual Employee Appreciation Week
• Paid vacation and personal days
• Lifeworks® Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Resources supporting mental, physical, family and financial well-being
• Career growth and training programs
• Open communication with Senior Leaders
• Tailored incentives for eligible employee groups, such as home office reimbursement and Sylvan Learning Centre credit
• Employee referral program
• Education support programs
• Fitness subsidy
• Recognition programs
• Social activities
• And much more…

JOB 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.
Position Type: Permanent, Full-time
Location: Calgary, Alberta
Reports to: National Inventory Manager (onsite reporting to Warehouse Supervisor)
Positions Available: 1
Afternoon Shift: Monday to Friday 12:00 pm to 8:30pm

QUALIFICATIONS

• 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 (not limited to motorized forklifts) and lift up to 50 lbs in weight
• Strong organizational skills
• Strong oral, written and interpersonal communication skills
• Strong listening and problem resolution skills
• Ability to work independently as well as in a team
• High sense of urgency with an emphasis on Customer Focus
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office, 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 weight

• 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 verify receipt against approved authorization.
• Complete 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