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Job Category: Support/Trades Hospital Location: Newmarket ON Job Type: Permanent, Full time Number of Positions: 1 Union: SEIU SERVICE Minimum - Maximum Hourly Rate: $ $34.34 Why Join Our Team? A best-in-class workplace environment that prioritizes a culture of belonging and wellness. Progressive health and dental benefit plans. HOOPP pension plan with employer and employee premium sharing. Enhanced wellness initiatives, including virtual fitness classes and on-site gym memberships. If you are ready to embrace this exciting challenge and contribute to the success of Southlake Health, we encourage you to apply and be part of our dedicated team, making a difference in the lives of our employees and the community we serve The Inventory Technician, as a member of the multi-disciplinary team, performs a variety of procurement, inventory and supply chain related activities in support of patient care in a fully computerized environment. Monitoring and maintaining appropriate levels of supplies and equipment required for patient care. Executing purchasing and inventory process, within the policies and procedures and consistent with the requirements for quality, quantity and price for the required departments. He/she role models the organizational core competencies. We prioritize a people first workplace culture which emphasizes equity and inclusion throughout our hiring process. To ensure fairness and transparency, all applications are reviewed and assessed by our dedicated team of recruiters and hiring managers, not by artificial intelligence (AI). We value the unique perspectives each candidate brings to our organization. What you''ll be doing: Overall Management of Surgical/Procedural Specialty/Non-stock Products Daily monitoring and replacement of all specialty, non-stock, critical items, ensuring adequate supplies are in place. Collaborates with clinical teams to identify special needs and to ensure equipment/supplies are available when required. Collaborates with Distribution to support replenishment of JIT and Stock items, manage back orders and provide solutions, i.e. alternative products, instruments or equipment as require. Makes recommendations and collaborates with supplier to adjust quotas of consignment items as required. Supports management in the evaluation of new products and equipment. Monitors supply usage for department specific supplies ensuring usage aligns with contract commitments. Ability to troubleshoot instrument and equipment problems and recommend alternative solutions. Maintains the integrity and sterility of delicate implants, supplies and instruments during handling and distribution. Verifies receipt of supplies ordered cross referencing Delivery Document to goods received Tracks back orders and initiates sourcing, approval and purchasing of substitute products as required Monitor non-stock LogiD tags and investigate delayed replenishments using LogiD application reports, Allscripts Requisitioning and Purchase Order details Participates in replenishment cart optimizations as required Monitors expiry dates and identifies product to be returned or used first Replenishes specialty items/consignment inventory, rotating stock first in first out Scans and applies RFID labels as required to inventory received daily Submits eRequisitions as required for items/equipment for goods not replenished through the replenishment systems. Discusses relevant problems with major suppliers through their sales representative Expediting urgent orders for patients and researching alternate suppliers when back orders delay delivery Support inventory counts as required by suppliers and investigate any discrepancies between supplier count and system on hand inventory Conduct regularly scheduled par level reviews for specialty supplies/consignment to optimize supply and inventory levels, review results and gain consensus with clinical partners to implement changes Take a leadership role in the ongoing education to frontline staff on the replenishment systems (LogiData-ID and CC-ID) and escalate to management when further support is required. Ensure all processes, transactions and external business relationships are in accordance with policy, procedure and the highest of ethical standards Forecasting usage trends and adjusting on hand quantities either temporarily or permanently as required Software application and data management Manages LogiData-CC database ensuring appropriate items are effectively loaded, inventory levels are identified, stocking locations are set Programs LogiData system to read supplier specific barcodes for accurate scanning and tracking of specialty products Ensures item information, e.g. vendor, vendor cat #, pricing, etc aligns with contract pricing in all systems (Allscripts, LogiData and Meditech) Participates in Software updates/upgrades as required including completing testing Works with suppliers to troubleshoot software and hardware issues Instrument/equipment repair Make arrangements for routine and urgent repairs, replacement and loaner arrangements Performs cross-functional duties, as assigned or requested. Performs other duties consistent with the job classification, as required. What you bring: Grade 12 education preferred or equivalent as recognized by the Province of Ontario Ministry of Education Post-Secondary Diploma in related field Business, Supply Chain, Logistics, Inventory Management or Purchasing Two years current experience in computerized supplies acquisition, distribution, inventory management within a surgical/procedural environment and strong knowledge of inventory and purchasing procedures/practices Proficient with MS Office applications, enabling contract compliance analytics and reporting Knowledge and experience of inventory and order management platforms (ideally Allscripts and LogiData) Relevant healthcare supply chain (warehouse, distribution, inventory, purchasing and scanning) Strong product knowledge in relevant departments (e.g. Cardiac, DI, Cataract) Industry knowledge and experience supporting ability to actively source substitutes Strong relationship management and communication skills Demonstrated skills in planning, organization, analytics, along with strong time management, and problem solving skills Deals effectively with work related problems, pressure, and stress in a professional and positive manner Southlake Health is fully committed to a culture of belonging and an inclusive environment that encourages every team member to lead within their role, generate innovative ideas that reinforce our mission and goal to create a healthy workplace where our community can thrive. Regular and reliable attendance is an expected requirement of this position. We are committed to a selection process and work environment that is inclusive and barrier-free. Accommodation will be provided in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code. Applicants who may require accommodation during the selection process are encouraged to notify the Human Resources Department when contacted for an interview. The People, Culture and Experience team will work together with the hiring committee to arrange reasonable and appropriate accommodation for the selection process, which will enable you to be assessed fairly and equitably. Health & Safety Workplace Responsibilities It is the responsibility of all Southlake Health employees to work safely and promote health and safety in the workplace. Employees must adhere to the duties of workers, as stipulated in Section 28 of the OH&S Act, as well as all Southlake OH&S policies and procedures. Must be able to perform all necessary bona fide duties for the position, as outlined in the position guide. Must review and be capable of performing duties as outlined in the Job Demands Analysis for the position as a condition of offer. Proven ability to attend work regularly as per the Attendance Support Policy. Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion Southlake Health is fully dedicated to employment equity, diversity, and inclusion in our recruitment practices. We welcome candidates who identify with equity-seeking groups, including women, racialized individuals, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, and those from the 2SLGBTQ+ community. Any information provided will be kept confidential and used appropriately in our recruitment process. Anti-Oppression/Anti-Racism at Southlake Health Southlake Health is committed to having a workforce that is reflective of the diversity of York Region and strongly encourages applications from all qualified individuals, and from those who can provide different perspectives and contribute to a further diversification of ideas. Accommodation & Diversity in the Workplace At Southlake Health, we are committed to promoting employment equity, diversity, and inclusion in the workplace. Fostering equity, diversity, and inclusion in recruitment practices is a key aspect of our search process. The current posting is seeking candidates who identify with the following equity-seeking groups: women, racialized persons/persons of colour, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, and members of the 2SLGBTQ+ community. If you are of the aforementioned identities and feel comfortable making it known, you may choose to self-identify as a member of a designated group. Any information directly related to you is kept confidential and used safely to inform our recruitment process towards being an equal opportunity employer. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Thank you for your submission. We appreciate your interest in joining Southlake Health