Pharmacy Inventory Lead

Pharmacy Inventory Lead at Bayshore HealthCare Job Summary Reporting to the Pharmacy Operations Manager, the Team Leader of Inventory Operations oversees all inventory control activities to ensure accuracy, efficiency, and compliance. The Leader manages workloads, coordinates stock transfers, monitors returns, and maintains accurate records. Through coaching and mentoring, the Leader fosters a positive work environment, drives process improvements, supports quality assurance, and ensures adherence to company policies and health and safety standards. Duties and Responsibilities Provide direction and oversight for inventory processes to ensure accuracy, efficiency, and compliance. Lead and coordinate inventory counts, investigate discrepancies, validate adjustments, and elevate trends to management. Supervise stock transfers, manage expired or short‑dated products, and oversee cycle count activities. Maintain accurate inventory records, including open orders and system updates. Oversee receiving and stocking: verify incoming shipments, record shortages, reject damaged items, and ensure proper storage and labeling. Monitor and manage the returns process, including clinic returns and pickup arrangements. Organize and prioritize team workloads to meet operational objectives and service standards. Facilitate regular communication with Pharmacy Management to share updates, resolve issues, and improve processes. Promote adherence to Bayshore policies and procedures, ensuring confidentiality of client and corporate information. Champion health and safety practices and report risks promptly. Support quality assurance initiatives and continuous improvement efforts. Maintain a clean and organized work environment within the pharmacy. Lead people management activities, including coaching, mentoring, and holding employees accountable for performance and behavior. Work closely with HR Business Partners to manage escalations and resolve conflicts. Foster a positive team environment by addressing interpersonal issues constructively. Other duties as assigned. Qualifications Post secondary education preferred; university degree welcomed. 3–5 years of experience in inventory control, warehouse operations, or supply chain processes. 2–3 years in a supervisory or team lead role; proven ability to motivate teams in a fast‑paced environment. Strong knowledge of inventory systems and procedures, including receiving, stocking, cycle counts, and returns. Demonstrated coaching, mentoring, and performance accountability skills. Experience working in a fast‑paced environment with tight deadlines. Ability to apply company policies consistently and fairly. Proficiency in inventory management systems (e.g., ERP/WMS) and Microsoft Office Suite. Strong organizational, problem‑solving, and decision‑making skills. Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities. Commitment to health and safety standards and continuous improvement. Ability to read, write, comprehend instructions, correspondence, and memos. Proficient in basic mathematical operations and sound judgment to follow instructions. Skilled in organizing workload for efficient use of time. Able to function independently and take ownership of responsibilities. Experience leading staff involved in inventory management. Physical Demands Regular use of hands and fingers. Frequent talking or hearing. Stand, bend, walk, stop, and sit on a regular basis. Specific vision abilities: close vision, distance vision, colour vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. Lifting required as per employee capacity; notify Supervisor regarding any health issues that may affect ability to lift. Work Environment Possible exposure to toxic or caustic chemicals. Possible exposure to fumes or airborne particles. Moderate noise level. Comfortable working in walking refrigerator for extended periods. Primary Location AB-Edmonton #J-18808-Ljbffr