Job Description

JOB SUMMARY:
Materials Management falls under Stores & Receiving. Reporting to the Coordinator of Materials Management, the Supervisor role is responsible for various inventory controls and to ensure an efficient and effective warehouse environment including responsibility for the supervision of Store persons and Porters working in Stores and Receiving at both sites (Met/OUE).
COMMUNICATIONS:
This position will interact with all levels of the multi-disciplinary team, patients and families, and members of the Leadership Team of all departments.
RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Supervise employees and daily operations in the designated area.
• Day-to-day staffing.
• All staff must adhere to IPAC and Health and Safety standards.
• Display initiative and good judgment in dealing with operational problems, assigning tasks.
• Ensure a commitment to standards of excellence and the concept of accountability through completion of departmental goals and objectives.
• Ensure a patient focused approach is delivered and adhered to by all staff.
• Liaise with Operational Managers, Clinical Practice Managers, Clinical Dietitians, nursing, co-workers and staff to handle patient supply issues.
• Liaise with outside partners on a regular basis (i.e. TransForm Supply Chain).
• Maintain appropriate documentation in accordance with departmental policies, hospital standards and professional standards.
• Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must have Grade 12 education.
• Two years recent experience in all facets of warehousing (ordering, receiving, put-away, shipping) and an understanding of good warehousing practices is preferred.
• Healthcare Supply Chain certification would be required to be completed within 2 years.
• Current knowledge of hospital shipping/receiving/warehousing and previous experience with computerized Materials Management applications.
• Must be able to multitask and work in a fast-paced environment.
• Must be familiar with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel).
• Experience with directing and supervising staff.
• Must possess tact and courtesy in dealing with employees and other persons in the hospital.
• Effective communication skills.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to think analytically, inventively, and independently.
• Ability to communicate in the French Language would be an asset.

Windsor Regional Hospital is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005, upon request, accommodation will be provided by WRH throughout the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process to applicants with disabilities.

Skills Required