Head Storekeeper

**Head Storekeeper**:
ST3 Head Storekeeper

Regular/full-time

Department of Consumer Protection and Government Services

Vehicle and Equipment Management Agency, Procurement and Supply Chain

Winnipeg MB

Advertisement Number: 43515

Salary(s): ST3 $47,529.00 - $57,704.00 per year

Closing Date: December 10, 2024

The Manitoba government recognizes the importance of building an exemplary public service reflective of the citizens it serves, where diverse abilities, backgrounds, cultures, identities, languages and perspectives drives a high standard of service and innovation. The Manitoba government supports equitable employment practices and promotes representation of designated groups (women, Indigenous people, persons with disabilities, visible minorities).

Employment Equity is a factor in selection for this competition. Consideration will be given to women, Indigenous people, visible minorities and persons with disabilities.

An eligibility list may be created for similar positions and will remain in effect for 12 months.

The overall purpose of this position is to be the on-site supervisor of the Vehicle and Equipment Management Agency’s warehouse stores Light Duty Winnipeg, Manitoba location. This position’s responsibility is to ensure timely, efficient and cost effective acquisition, warehousing and issue of materials to all sections of Infrastructure and Transportation, other government departments and client agencies

Conditions of Employment:

- Must be legally entitled to work in Canada
- Must be physically capable of lifting and moving medium to heavy loads associated with storekeeping (10 kg - 25 kg or 25lbs - 60lbs)
- Must possess and maintain a valid Class 5 drivers’ license
- Willingness to participate and obtain a Power Forklift and Transportation of Dangerous Goods certification via Air and by Ground
- Ability to travel and work for extended periods of time (length: 3-5 days) within the Province of Manitoba

Qualifications:
**Essential**:

- Post secondary education and/or the equivalent of several years of supervisory or administration experience, including evaluating work of subordinates, providing formal and informal feedback, coaching and mentoring.
- Experience and knowledge of automotive and/or heavy-duty equipment parts; medical/safety equipment.
- Experience in shipping, receiving, sourcing, storing and distributing goods
- Experience providing superior customer service to the public by phone and in person
- Expereince in implementing and maintaining inventory control procedures, with proficency with online Inventory Management Stores Systems
- Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to work co-operatively and constructively as part of a team
- Strong verbal communication skills with the ability to communicate professionally
- Strong written communication skills
- Strong analytical and problem solving skills with the ability to demonstrate political acumen with complex issues
- Excellent organizational and time management skills with the ability to balance conflicting priorities and tight deadlines

**Desired**:

- Knowledge of VEMA's products and services

**Duties**:
The Head Storekeeper is responsible to coordinate and administer all procedural methods used in the stores location which would include developing documents and implementing work procedures and methodologies to ensure the stockroom operates in a safe and effective manner. The Head Storekeeper is also responsible for the layout of internal and external stores department and the operation that occurs daily, including but not limited to inventory pre-listing and counting stock to conform to audit requirements, issuing stock to meet the demands of mechanics, district staff and other government departments, receiving shipments and shipping stock off locations to meet demands in the rural areas

Note: You are not required to submit a cover letter, but may be asked to submit a resume, references, or other documentation at a later point if invited for further consideration.
- Advertisement # 43515
- Talent Acquisition
- Human Resource Services
- 600-259 Portage Avenue
- Winnipeg, MB, R3B 2A9
- Phone: 204-945-7518
- Fax: 204-945-0601

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