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Storekeeper IRequisition ID: 41328

Organization
Located on the traditional, ancestral and unceded lands of the xwməθkwəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), and səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh) Peoples, Vancouver has a commitment to becoming a City of Reconciliation. Vancouver consistently ranks as one of the world's most liveable cities and is working towards being the greenest city in the world. Named among Canada's Top 100 Employers, BC's Top Employers, and Canada's Greenest Employers, the City of Vancouver seeks colleagues who can help shape and embody our core commitments to sustainability, reconciliation, equity and outstanding quality of life for all residents.

Consider joining our committed team of staff and being part of an innovative, inclusive and rewarding workplace.

The Storekeeper I performs material/product handling functions at the City of Vancouver's warehouse facilities including: receiving, sorting, storing, counting and issuing general stores material/products, automotive parts and equipment. The Storekeeper I is accountable for accurate recordkeeping regarding all material movement to ensure adequate stock levels and is responsible for precise recordkeeping to ensure proper control over material movement and effective utilisation of available storage space.

The Storekeeper I works collaboratively with warehouse employees and frequently interacts with a wide range of internal and external stakeholders.

Specific Duties & Responsibilities
Material/Product Handing and RecordkeepingReceives material/products, automotive parts and equipment and confirms received goods to ordersInspects material/products, automotive parts and equipment for quality and quantityStores material/products, automotive parts and equipment in order to minimise the occurrence of risks and to prevent losses due to improper storage handlingIssues material/products, automotive parts and equipment according to the completed and approved orderMaintains accurate recordkeeping and reporting of complex records for all inventory movement of material/products, automotive parts, and equipment in Materials Management System (SAP, M5, CCG, Excel, or other System)Regularly reviews records documenting the inventory movement, identifies errors in the data and escalates the errors to Supervisor to resolve Reviews and matches packing slips, invoices and Purchase Orders in Materials Management System (SAP, M5, CCG, Excel, or other System); compares details with the associated Purchase Order in Materials Management System (SAP, M5, CCG, Excel, or other System); investigates and resolves all routine discrepancies and escalates all challenging and unusual inconsistenciesPrepares and obtains the appropriate authorization to order recurrent materialWorks with customer to identify material needs, and escalates any concerns around inventory availability of stock and non-recurrent stock Counts and records inventory totals according to set schedule and set parameters and reports and escalates any discrepancies between inventory count and the data recorded in the system or historic recordsProposes effective storekeeping and recordkeeping methods – allocates proper bins, shelves, and improved recordkeeping systemsSorts, counts, and records inventory that is stored outside of the main warehouse (such as, in the yard) to ensure proper controls over material and space managementMakes non-routine transportation arrangements for supplies with shipping representatives and prepares fairly complex shipping ordersPerforms related work as required
Warehouse OperationsAdheres to the necessary safety methods and procedures, departmental processes, and corporate policiesMaintains warehouse cleanliness and organizationOperates motorized material/product handling equipment (vehicles, forklifts and stock pickers)Performs other duties/responsibilities as assigned
The successful candidate must be prepared to work at various warehouse locations within the City of Vancouver, and will be required to work non-standard hours, as operationally required. The work location and schedule may be subject to change due to facility requirements and in accordance with the Collective Agreement.

Qualifications
Education, and Experience:Grade 12 or equivalent supplemented by the completion of course work in Inventory/Supply Chain ManagementRelated warehouse experience, or an equivalent combination of training and experience
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:Working knowledge of the principles and practices of warehouse operations and materials movementAbility to develop and maintain effective working relationships with a variety of internal and external contactsAbility to communicate effectively in individual or group settingsAbility to work in high volume environment with frequent interruptions and changing prioritiesAbility to work well under pressure, handle multiple tasks and changing priorities with tight time framesAbility to occasionally work at any one of the Warehouse locations within the City of VancouverAbility to work independently and with minimal supervisionAbility to read, write, count, and speak EnglishSufficient physical strength and agility to handle and lift heavy itemsAbility to perform physical work in all weather conditionsKnowledge of computer programs including word-processing, spreadsheets, databases, scheduling programs, and other City of Vancouver software applications an assetForklift Operator Certificate (in good standing) preferredAbility to operate a vehicle, forklift, and order picker preferredAbility to work at heights is an asset
Business Unit/Department: Finance, Risk & Supply Chain Management

Affiliation: CUPE 15 Non Pks

Employment Type: Regular Full Time

Position Start Date: May 2024

Salary Information: Pay Grade GR-018: $32.92 to $38.75 per hour

Positions: 2

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