Job Description

Under the general supervision of the Supervisor of Stores, this position is responsible for issuing and receiving goods as well as maintaining inventory levels of uniform, clothing, safety gear and all station items. This position is responsible for cleaning supplies as needed.


The Storekeeper 3 deals with customers at the front counter; fills and checks orders; unpacks and shelves incoming orders ensuring orders meet required specifications. The Storekeeper determines reorder points for all clothing supplies based on projected consumption and new hires and processes purchase orders.


This position also issues promotional items, as well as obtains items from employees on retirement, ensuring proper paperwork is completed in both cases and process cash out reports. The Storekeeper 3 will act as a back-up for the Storekeeper 4 position as required.

As the Storekeeper 3

you will:

Process and receive supply orders. Respond to employee inquiries re: entitlement/products and issue allowances in accordance with applicable Collective Agreement. Process purchase orders for clothing, including safety items and equipment.

Fill and check station orders including medical, safety and stationary.

Unload shipments and organize stock on the shelves.

Conduct yearly inventory and cycle counts and investigate discrepancies.

Your education and qualifications include:

Formal related training is an asset. Two (2) years' experience working in an inventory warehouse environment Experience with shipping, receiving and distributing goods. Experience using Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook at an intermediate level. Experience in data entry. Experience using Peoplesoft Finance is an asset. Knowledge of materials handling and safe work practices. Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with employees at all levels of the organization, as well as external contacts (suppliers, etc). Knowledge of Workplace Health and Safety. Strong verbal communication skills. Strong written communication skills. Ability to make sound decisions demonstrating good judgement. Ability to organize and prioritize conflicting workloads to meet daily sensitive deadlines. Ability to perform minor mathematical calculations required to order and account for materials.

IMPORTANT

: Applicants who have been educated outside of Canada must have education which is comparable to the minimum qualification in Canada. Applicants submitting foreign credentials require an official academic assessment report issued by a recognized Canadian assessment service https://www.canalliance.org/en/ at application.

Conditions of employment:

The successful applicant must possess and maintain legal eligibility to work in Canada. Police Information Check and Police Vulnerable Sector Check (original copy) from the City of Winnipeg Police Service (RCMP or provincial equivalent), satisfactory to the employer will be required from the successful candidate, at their expense. For more information please visit: https://winnipeg.ca/police/pr/PIC.stm#online. Must possess and maintain a valid Manitoba Class 5 Full Driver's License (or provincial equivalent). Provincial equivalents will be accepted; however, out of province applicants must show proof of having transferred their license to Manitoba prior to their first day of employment. Must provide a vehicle for transportation while on City business, subject to the terms and conditions of the City's Transportation Policy. Must be physically capable of performing the duties of the position (e.g. lifting up to 50lbs, ability to operate Forklift). * Must be willing to obtain Forklift certification.