Purchasing Clerk, Material Management

Reference #
00983
Posted
Thursday, October 16th, 2025 at 12:00am
Scope
Public Applications Accepted
Position
Purchasing Clerk
Department
Material Management
Term
Casual
Pay
$27.852 to $29.738 as per the CUPE Collective Agreement

VALUES AND COMMITMENT
At Northumberland Hills Hospital (NHH), our shared purpose is
People First,
and our core values of
Integrity
,
Quality
,
Respect
,
Compassion
and
Teamwork
are at the centre of who we are and what we do. We remain committed to sustaining an experienced workforce that reflects Northumberland Hills Hospital's dedication to recognising everyone's contributions and respecting everyone's dignity, unique experience, and potential.

EQUITY AND ACCESSIBILITY STATEMENT
Northumberland Hills Hospital remains respectful of all protected rights, in line with the grounds laid out by the Ontario Human Rights Code (OHRC) and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). As such, we welcome applications from all qualified applicants and interests from racialized persons/persons of colour, Indigenous People of North America, women, persons with disabilities, LGBTQ2S+ persons, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas.

We strive to make our entire hiring process as accessible as possible and provide accommodations as required for applicants if needed. For any hiring related accommodation needs and/or requests please email us via We
do not
use artificial intelligence in our hiring process.

LOCATION AND ABOUT NHH
Located approximately 100 kilometres east of Toronto, NHH delivers a broad range of acute, post-acute, outpatient and diagnostic services. Acute services include emergency and intensive care, medical/surgical care, obstetrical care and palliative care. Post-acute specialty services (PASS) include restorative care and rehabilitation. Mental health care, cancer and supportive care, dialysis and other ambulatory care clinics are offered on an outpatient basis through partnerships with regional centres and nearby specialists. NHH offers a full range of diagnostic services, including magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), computed tomography (CT) and mammography. The hospital serves the catchment area of west Northumberland County. A mixed urban and rural population of approximately 67,000 residents, west Northumberland comprises the Town of Cobourg, the Municipality of Port Hope, Alderville First Nation and the townships of Hamilton, Cramahe and Alnwick/Haldimand. NHH employs more than 850 people and relies on the additional support provided by physicians, midwives and volunteers. NHH is an active member of Ontario Health (East)—formerly the Central East Local Health Integration Network—and the Ontario Health Team of Northumberland. For more information, please visit or follow us on Facebook @northumberlandhillshosp, and LinkedIn Northumberland Hills Hospital.

Role Overview
Under the direction of the Director of Materials Management the Purchasing Clerk will assist with the acquisition of equipment, supplies and services. In addition, he/she will act as a liaison to sales representatives. This is a current in-person vacant position, working day shifts- monday to friday.

Qualifications/Requirements

• Grade 12 education
• Successful completion of the Healthcare Supply Chain Management Training Certificate or willingness to enroll within six months
• Post secondary courses related to Purchasing or Materials Management required
• A minimum of 2 years recent experience working in a computerized purchasing position
• Knowledge of hospital purchasing and receiving
• Knowledge of EDI and other electronic ordering systems
• Demonstrated working knowledge of Microsoft office applications
• Knowledge of medical supply and equipment products and terminology
• Demonstrated analytical, mathematical, and problem-solving skills
• Willingness to enroll in further Materials Management education programs as required

PHYSICAL EFFORT AND WORKING CONDITIONS

• Must be physically capable of performing job including: extended periods of sitting, keyboarding, etc.
• Must be able to organize and prioritize workload while functioning independently with minimum supervision.
• Must have above average public relations skills combined with the ability to relate well under pressure in a positive, courteous, cooperative manner. Ability to develop and maintain strong working relationships with end-users and vendors.
• Must be able to work productively and independently, with an emphasis on accuracy and attention to detail, in a high pressure, demanding setting with frequent distractions and interruptions.
• Strong team player
• Must have excellent interpersonal and communication skills - verbal and written
• Proven good attendance record
• Follows safe and healthy work practices and maintain a safe, healthy work environment through attendance at educational programs, use of established reporting mechanisms for injuries, illness and hazards and adherence to health and safety related policies and procedures.
• Must be available for call-ins

Employment Requirements
Successful applicants are required provide a satisfactory vulnerable sector criminal reference check, that was complete less than one year from the date of hire. This requirement must be met within the first sixty (60) days of employment.

Additionally, to the above, successful applicants are also required to complete the Health Care Worker Health review process which includes providing an up-to-date immunization record to ensure compliance with the Ontario Hospital Association Communicable Diseases Surveillance Protocols within the first thirty (30) days of employment. Northumberland Hills Hospital operates a mandatory COVID-19 vaccination policy for all staff.

Northumberland Hills Hospital may choose to conduct parts/all the hiring process virtually. Furthermore, we are a scent-free environment. When attending the hospital kindly refrain from wearing strongly scented fragrances.

We thank all those that express interest in this exciting position; kindly note that due to high volumes of interests, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.