Job Description

As per the current Public Health Order, full vaccination against COVID-19 is a condition of employment with PHSA as of October 26, 2021.

The In-Hospital Replenishment Team Lead is responsible for providing leadership and management of human, financial and material resources for area supply, internal transportation, receiving and customer services. This position is accountable for the day-to-day operations, monitoring, coordinating, controlling and administering inventory replenishment and delivery services. Provide leadership for In-Hospital Replenishment related projects and other change initiatives. This role provides sound decision making and leadership in a challenging climate and on matters involving supply chain service needs and standards.

What you'll do

• Supervises designated staff by performing a variety of duties such as interviewing and making selection decisions, conducting performance reviews and addressing performance issues through intervention or counseling as required. Investigates work and staff issues and, where necessary initiates disciplinary action up to and including termination. Identifies development and training opportunities for staff and conducts related training and orientation for department staff as required.
• Manages and coordinates the establishment of schedules, task assignments and allocation of staff hours and equipment to ensure compliance with departmental commitments. Responds to and resolves daily operational issues and ensures adherence to standards, guidelines, and procedures.
• Evaluates operations and develops and implements improvement strategies in operating processes, equipment and facilities to maximize productivity, storage and service levels for assigned functions.
• Develops monitors and updates quality improvement initiatives to ensure service quality standards are maintained.
• Coordinates and monitors PAR stock levels and movements to ensure optimum level of stock. Identifies excesses to inventory objectives and develops a plan to remediate. Identifies efficiencies and promotes optimal use of resources.
• Diagnoses service level failures and takes corrective action to prevent reoccurrence. Develops and implements procedural changes and provides guidance to staff on new processes.
• Ensures that materials and requirements meet established standards and applicable policies, practices and procedures are understood and followed by maintaining business relationships with vendors and service representatives.
• Prepares operational reports and analyses setting forth progress, adverse trends and recommendations and conclusions. Keeps abreast of industry trends and developments relating to the receiving and distribution of merchandise.
• Assists in the preparation of the annual operating budget for the area of responsibility; monitors and ensures expenditures are within approved budgets.

What you bring

A level of education, training, and experience equivalent to a Bachelor's Degree in a related discipline plus applicable designation related to logistics or equivalent five (5) years' related experience at a management level covering a broad spectrum of Materiel Services functions with emphasis on supply chain management and/or logistics.

Ability to manage clinical customers and stakeholder relationships. Ability to effectively engage vendors, external service providers, and peer managers at other Health Organizations. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively will all levels of staff. Ability to solve day-to-day operational issues and take prompt actions on addressing product shortages and demands. Ability to exercise judgment on working within or outside of established processes and procedures.

What we bring

Every PHSA employee enables the best possible patient care for our patients and their families. Whether you are providing direct care, conducting research, or making it possible for others to do their work, you impact the lives of British Columbians today and in the future. That's why we're focused on your care too - offering health, wellness, development programs to support you - at work and at home.

• Join one of BC's largest employers with province-wide programs, services and operations - offering vast opportunities for growth and development.
• Access to professional development opportunities through our in-house training programs, including +2,000 courses, such as our San'yas Indigenous Cultural Safety Training course, or Core Linx for Leadership roles.
• Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including municipal pension plan, and psychological health & safety programs and holistic wellness resources.
• Annual statutory holidays (13) with generous vacation entitlement and accruement.
• PHSA is a remote work friendly employer, welcoming flexible work options to support our people (eligibility may vary, depending on position).
• Perks include access to fitness classes and discounts to 350 BC-wide recreational programs, travel, technology, car and bike sharing, and more.

Job Type: Regular Full-Time
Location: 4500 Oak Street, Vancouver, V6H 2N9
Closing date: Until Filled
Hours of Work: 07:00-15:00 (Monday to Friday)
Requisition #: 132856E

What we do

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. BCCH,BCW, and BCC are part of the Provincial Health Services Authority (PHSA).

PHSA, BCCH & BCW are committed to employment equity, encouraging all qualified individuals to apply. We recognize that our ability to provide the best care for our diverse patient populations relies on a rich diversity of skills, knowledge, background and experience, and value a safe, inclusive and welcoming environment.
Labor Agreement Excluded
Requisition # 132856E-2385521
Work Site 4500 Oak Street, Vancouver
Job Type Regular, Full-Time
FTE 1.00
Hours of Work 0700-1500
Work Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri
Expiry Date 11-Oct-2022