Canadian Red Cross is Looking for Provincial Lead Warehouse & Distribution Full Time

Title: Provincial Lead Warehouse & Distribution

Employee Working Location: Office (Calgary, AB)

Employment status: Permanent full time

Salary band: $54,204 – $67,755 / year

The CRC also offers:

• Vacation, paid holidays, life and mental health wellness days
• Benefits and Advantages Health, Dental & Vision, 100% employer paid
• Registered Pension Plan with Employer contribution
• Group Registered Retirement Savings Plan
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for employees that include: professional counselling and online well-being resources, support for family, financial, career and legal issues and more

The Canadian Red Cross (CRC) – one of the most inspirational not-for-profit organizations on this planet and an awardee on the Forbes list of Canada’s Best Employers 2022 – is seeking a Provincial Lead Warehouse & Distribution to join our team.

We are guided by our Fundamental Principles of humanity, impartiality, neutrality, independence, voluntary service, unity, and universality. We help people and communities in Canada and around the world in times of need and support them in strengthening their resilience.

Starting with the hiring process, we are committed to having an accessible, diverse, inclusive, and barrier-free work environment where everyone can reach their full potential. We encourage all qualified persons who share our values and want to contribute to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace to apply.

The incumbent will be reporting to the Manager, Health equipment Loan Program, this position plans, organizes, controls, directs, and coordinates the supply, storage, and distribution of health equipment for the province of Alberta. Oversees the equipment reprocessing and distribution operations of the health equipment loan services across Alberta. Ensures efficient service delivery and maintains established program quality standards and safe work practices to achieve program goals throughout all sites across the province.

In this role you will:

Operational Oversight of Distribution Operations

• Develop and ensure the implementation of equipment reprocessing quality standards and procedures. Oversee operational logistics of the unit, establish work schedules, resolve work-related issues, prepare and submit progress reports, and coordinate activities with other supply-chain work units related to the technical side of the operations.
• Manage and ensure compliance with all contract service delivery and reporting requirements relating to equipment reprocessing.
• Monitor the tracking and information systems that track health equipment, including the oversight of purchase, storage, and distribution transactions.
• Ensure all work is performed and facilities operated in accordance with Society health, safety and risk management policies.
• Investigate and coordinates the response to product incidents in collaboration with Sr. Manager. Respond to and follows up on complaints or incidents regarding equipment quality.
• Ensure timely and appropriate responses to Safety Bulletins and Recall Advisories.
• Develop, implement, and manage service delivery productivity improvement initiatives.
• Actively engaged in Occupational Health and Safety meetings.
• Provide expert technical advice to staff and volunteers regarding equipment.
• Oversee the day-to-day operations and repairs of the Hubscrubs throughout the province.

Supervision and Performance Management Support

• Recruit, train, supervise, evaluate, and support technicians and volunteer technicians in Alberta.
• Provide regular feedback, coaching and mentoring to technicians to promote a positive and feedback rich environment.
• Ensure compliance with Society HR standards and procedures.
• Foster a culture of accountability and respect that aligns with the Society’s fundamental principles.

Program Planning and Development

• Troubleshoot and provide expert advice regarding equipment purchasing, storage, and distribution practices to the province.
• Obtain feedback on program performance from the annual quality assurance audit.
• Prepare and recommend plans to maintain required inventory levels
• Contribute to contract negotiations with suppliers.
• Contribute to strategic planning initiatives.
• Integrate volunteer resources within the scope of responsibilities.

Financial Management

• Work with the Sr. Manager to ensure compliance with funding contract terms including completion of reporting requirements.
• Contribute to regular budget reviews and ongoing management of resources.

We’re looking for:

• The minimum qualifications for this job are completion of post-secondary education in Business Administration or related field, and a minimum of 2 years’ experience in logistics, procurement, supply chain management, or other relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. valid Alberta Driver`s license and acceptable abstract is required. s.
• You successfully navigate the unexpected, respond to changing needs and apply lessons learned.
• You are able to adapt your communication style to work collaboratively with stakeholders at all levels of an organization.
• You are able to set priorities, achieve goals and be solutions based in operational efficiencies.
• You understand the importance of listening and responding to stakeholder needs in order provide excellent service.
• Ability to lead a team
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 80lbs
• Demonstrated mechanical ability and able to troubleshoot problems of a technical nature
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment
• Excellent computer skills in MS Outlook and data entry/database skills
• Successful completion of CPR/First Aid taken within past 2 years (or required to take within probationary period)
• A valid provincial Class 5 driver’s license
• Training in health equipment repair
• Experience working with volunteers and diverse populations
• Strong organizational skills

Working conditions:

• Frequent travel around the province is required. Access to own vehicle is preferred.
• The majority of the work is performed in an environment which is mostly clean and comfortable.
• May be required to provide additional support during times of personal disaster response.
• Eligibility to work in Canada: At this time, we welcome applications from candidates eligible to work in Canada. If you are not a citizen or permanent resident of Canada, we encourage you to carefully review your visa to find out whether you are eligible to work in the job you are considering applying for. Refer to our FAQ for more information.
• If you are selected for this role, you will be required to complete a successful pre-employment screening process which includes a satisfactory Enhanced Police Information Check (E-PIC).
• At this time, the CRC has temporarily suspended our Covid-19 vaccination policy and does not require but continues to strongly encourage full vaccination of all our personnel.

Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible – those who apply after the selection process has started may be held for a second review if needed OR reviewed for alternative roles. We appreciate the time and effort it takes to apply and thank you in advance.

If you require accommodation measures during any phase of the hiring process, please notify us as soon as possible. All information received in relation to accommodation requests will be kept confidential.

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