Inventory Associate Afternoon Shift

Value Proposition As a leading partner in healthcare, Medline Canada's sole purpose is Together Improving Care – this means being deeply committed to the health and well-being of our customers, employees, partners and our communities. We employ a diverse group of top talent focused on growing and making a difference in the lives of Canadians, coast-to-coast. Compensation is only one part of the Employee Value Proposition that Medline Canada offers our employees. As part of our mission, we offer one of the most competitive and engaging employee experience programs in Canada, which includes: Collaborative work environment with highly engaged employees Market competitive compensation Annual Employee Appreciation Week Open communication with Senior Leaders Tailored incentives for eligible employee groups Recognition programs Social activities And much more… JOB SUMMARY Reporting to the National Inventory Manager, we are seeking a detail-oriented and highly organized Inventory Associate to join our team. As an Inventory Associate, you will be responsible for performing cycle counts, creating approvals, managing stock, and utilizing the SAP system along with Microsoft Office programs to ensure accurate inventory. Additionally, you will play a key role in performing root cause analysis and reconciling discrepancies to maintain inventory accuracy. CORE JOB RESPONSIBILITIES Conduct regular cycle counts to verify inventory accuracy, identify discrepancies, and reconcile them. Perform root cause analysis to investigate and identify the underlying causes of inventory discrepancies and develop corrective actions. Coordinate with cross-functional teams to investigate and resolve inventory discrepancies or issues. Reconcile inventory records, including identifying and rectifying discrepancies between physical counts and system data. Ensure compliance with established inventory control policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements. Utilize the SAP ERP system to perform inventory-related transactions, such as issuing, transferring, and adjusting inventory. Manage inventory by blocking and releasing inventory due to stock checks, damage, quality purposes, and product recall. Create approvals for inventory movement, ensuring proper authorization and documentation. Assist in the implementation and improvement of inventory management processes and procedures. Adjust damaged and returned products and verify receipt against approved authorization. Complete all activities and documentation accurately and in a timely manner in compliance with GMP and company procedures. Maintain a clean and organized work environment, adhering to safety guidelines and protocols. QUALIFICATIONS High school diploma or equivalent. Previous experience in inventory control, cycle counting, or related roles is preferred. The ability to operate material handling equipment – licensed with any one of the following forklifts. Raymond Reach, Order (Cherry) Picker is a bonus. Strong oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills. Strong listening and problem resolution skills; strong organizational skills. Ability to work independently as well as in a team. High sense of urgency and customer service. Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office, ex: Excel, and Word. Comfortable working at heights (Operating MHE). Safety conscious with the ability to operate material handling equipment (not limited to motorized forklifts) and lift up to 50 lbs. About Medline Canada Medline Canada stands at the forefront of healthcare, providing expertise and a breadth of solutions for every care setting. With 550+ employees, including 100 dedicated sales and clinical professionals and eight distribution centres located coast-to-coast, Medline Canada is proud to serve the entire continuum of care. Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusivity Medline Canada is committed to diversity and inclusivity and we encourage applications from members of groups that have been historically disadvantaged and marginalized, including First Nations, Metis and Inuit peoples, Indigenous peoples of North America, racialized persons/persons of colour and those who identify as women, persons with disabilities and LGBTQ+ persons. Our Commitment to Accessibility Medline Canada is committed to the principles of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). We endeavor to make our recruitment, assessment and selection processes as accessible as possible and provide accommodations as required for applicants with disabilities. If you require any accommodations at any point during the application and hiring process, please contact HRCanada@medline.com. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. #J-18808-Ljbffr