Storekeeper, Operational Supply Services

This competition is open to all applicants however; internal applicants will be given priority consideration based on minimum qualifications, or a combination of experience, skills, and abilities before external applicants are considered.

Location - This role is in-person. Work primarily takes place at North Campus, Edmonton.

The Operational Supply Services Storekeeper manages inventory operations for Trades Infrastructure & Maintenance (TIM), overseeing $1M in on-hand inventory and $25M in annual activity. The role handles ordering, receiving, distribution, and material management while providing coverage for holiday, sick time, and support services. Reporting to the Operational Supply Services Lead, the position requires strong skills in safety, continuous improvement, collaboration, and enterprise software.

• Conducts ordering and procurement processes by preparing requisitions, reviewing contracts, contacting suppliers, and updating system data to minimize discrepancies
• Collaborates with leaders to investigate material needs and strategically plan inventory purchases for equipment shutdowns and scheduled maintenance
• Handles shipping and receiving operations by overseeing incoming and outgoing deliveries, verifying material quality and quantity, cataloguing safety documentation, and properly allocating stock locations
• Processes customer orders, provides over-the-counter services, resolves quality issues, and handles backorders and invoicing within the CMMS system
• Completes inventory counts and reconciles discrepancies as planned by leadership
• Handles obsolete stock removal, new barcode additions, and the disposal of surplus and material recovery items
• Promotes a safe, inclusive, and respectful workplace by adhering to safety legislation, completing required training, identifying and controlling hazards, and fostering a culture of belonging and open communication

Knowledge:

• Minimum High School diploma required
• Parts Person Certificate or equivalent (1-2 year certificate)
• Proficient in computers, Google Workspace, and Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, and Outlook
• WHMIS, safe work training involving use of power tools such as a band saw

Experience

• Requires a minimum of 2 years’ experience in an order desk/parts warehouse environment to understand basic warehouse principles and procedures. Needs a further 1 year in Trades Stores to become competent in this role
• Experience in managing and overseeing/evaluating supply contracts would be beneficial
• Warehouse training could be provided with an expectation of competency within 1-2 years
• Knowledge of metal and alloys, MSDS sheets, MTR's WHMIS, etc.
• Valid Class 5 Driver's license and the ability to complete the University Driver program
• Valid forklift certificate

Application Instructions

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This position is subject to all applicable terms and conditions of the collective agreement between the Governors of the University of Alberta and the Non-Academic Staff Association (NASA).

This position offers acomprehensive benefits package.