Inventory Control Clerk - Vancouver, Canada - Vancouver Police Department

Vancouver Police Department

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Vancouver, Canada

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Description

Inventory Control Clerk:

COMPETITION:
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SECTION:

Purchasing & Inventory Unit, Financial Services Section

STATUS:

Temporary full-time

DURATION:

Approximately one year _(Assignment may be extended or reduced _for operational reasons or due to circumstances that could not be foreseen at the time of posting)_

HOURS OF WORK:

Monday to Thursday, 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

SALARY:

Pay Grade 17 - $29.13 to $34.23 per hour

COMPETITION END DATE:

Thursday, May 16, 2024

The Inventory Control Clerk, reporting to the Inventory Planner/Buyer, is responsible for storekeeping, customer service, and clerical work in the Purchasing & Inventory Unit of the Vancouver Police Department.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

Receives, checks, records, stores, and issues a variety of general supplies, materials, uniforms, and equipment
Maintains and processes storekeeping records such as purchase orders and inventory records
Maintains a perpetual inventory system by updating computerized records as transactions occur
Maintains adequate stock levels according to known or anticipated demands, creates purchase orders for longstanding or previously identified sources, and orders replacement stock according to established procedures
Queries the system to obtain information on location, stock on hand, delivery dates, pricing, and other product information
Performs physical inventory counts with prescribed frequency
Investigates discrepancies between inventory counts and computerized records, and notifies supervisor where records cannot be reconciled
Maintains storage facilities in a clean, orderly, secure, and safe condition
Assists in developing and implementing new or revised stores processes and procedures
Measures members for uniform and equipment, and assists members with fitting of same as required
Resolves uniform issue problems; performs routine adjustments and repairs to issued equipment
Provides information and assistance to various sections regarding products, procedures, rules, and regulations
Assembles, packs, and transports or arranges for transporting stored goods and materials
Tracks shipments and investigates missing packages
Accepts and records payments for selected uniform and equipment issue points
Assists in the identification and disposal of surplus items
Handles ammunition, firearms, and various explosiverelated materials as required
Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Required:

Working knowledge of Excel, Word, and Outlook
Numerical ability and detailoriented
Ability to work independently, maintain attention, juggle multiple priorities, and work with and meet competing deadlines
Excellent verbal and written communication
Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills
Ability to develop and maintain effective and positive working relationships with a variety of internal and external contacts
Ability to maintain effective working relationships in a team environment
Excellent organization and planning skills
Considerable skill in the use of inventory management systems
Working knowledge of modern storekeeping and inventory methods and procedures
Working knowledge of departmental policies and procedures related to the work
Working knowledge of the various types and uses of supplies and equipment required by sections served
Working knowledge of ordering methods and procedures
Ability to understand and effectively carry out oral and written instructions
Ability to keep accurate inventory and stores records
Ability to use the software systems used in the work

Preferred:

Working knowledge of SAP and E-Points

EXPERIENCE

Required:

- work experience in a business or retail environment
- experience with data processing or time entry processing

EDUCATION

Required:

Completion of Grade 1
Supply Chain Management Association (SCMA)
Member (in good standing)
Supply Management Diploma from SCMA; or
Supply Chain Management Professional Designation from SCMA; or
Actively enrolled in one or more courses to attain Supply Management Diploma from SCMA; or,
Actively enrolled in one or more courses to attain Supply Chain Management Professional Designation from SCMA, or an equivalent of courses related to the work combined with related work experience and training

Preferred:

Supply Chain Management Diploma; or
Supply Chain Management Professional Designation

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

All employees must maintain their enhanced security clearance while employed with the Vancouver Police Department, which will be renewed every five years or as required

NOTE:
These positions fall under the jurisdiction of Teamsters Local 31.

_THE VANCOUVER POLICE DEPARTMENT IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER_

Education :
Other trades certificate or diploma

Experience :
Experience an asset