Inventory Specialist
at CareRX

Job Description

About CareRx Corporation

At CareRx, we are shaping the future of senior care through pharmacy services that make a real difference. As Canada's trusted leader in specialty pharmacy services for long-term care, retirement and congregate living communities, we are committed to enhancing the health of Canadians with unique and complex medication needs. Our goal is to improve clinical outcomes and provide personalized care every step of the way.

The Inventory Specialist will be reporting to the Pharmacy Manager. The position is responsible for supporting the pharmacy's service offering by ensuring safe and efficient ordering, shipping, receiving and storage of items required to operate the pharmacy. The Inventory Specialist will troubleshoot technical and workflow functions concerning the inventory department and meet daily operational objectives . They are also responsible for participating in Inventory counts, Inventory projects and other pharmacy initiatives in the department as delegated by the pharmacy management team. T he Inventory Specialist will also report any potential issues that occur within the department as well as be accountable for the management of inventory such as back orders and narcotic reconciliation

Why you should join CareRx

Collaborative Team: Work with colleagues who share a passion for shaping the future of senior care.

Make a Real Impact: Feel fulfilled knowing your work directly benefits others within the communities we serve.

Flexible Benefits: For eligible roles, enjoy flexible medical and dental coverage that fits your needs.

Defined Work Schedule: Offers a healthy work-life balance with predictable hours.

Focus on Care: Work in an environment where your clinical expertise takes priority - without the demands of retail pharmacy.

Supportive Culture: Be part of a respectful, inclusive workplace where collaboration, connection and shared purpose drive everything we do.

Stability and Growth: Join a well-established Canadian company with a strong foundation for job security and opportunities to grow your career.

Appreciation in Action: We recognize great work through peer-nominated awards, team shout-outs and everyday moments of appreciation.

Celebrations and Community: From cultural events to team socials and holiday fun - we make time to connect, celebrate and enjoy the moments that bring us together.

Role Accountabilities:

• Ensure items are received appropriately and distributed internally for safe/appropriate storage/use to their desired location following company policies and procedures
• Ordering products via vendors
• Ensure safe workplace techniques are used at all times
• Maintain/prepare files for on/off-site storage when required
• Prepare/ maintain delivery sheets and associated itemized documentation
• Ensure received orders are reconciled against packing slips and discrepancies are reported when applicable
• Monitoring of pharmacy inventory for expired product
• Assist with inventory counts when required
• Maintaining and monitoring of pharmacy inventory when required
• Ordering/invoicing sundry/non-medication items when required
• Scan and verify invoices for management team member
• Complete daily tasks in accordance with established workplace policies and procedures
• Consult with members of the pharmacy management when there are unresolved issues surrounding day to day work functions
• Follow all corporate regulations, policies and procedures
• Maintain strict confidentiality and ethical standards as well as a clean and safe work environment
• Miscellaneous Warehouse support functions as assigned

What You Will Bring to The Team:

• Ability to manage changing priorities
• Ability to work independently, and as a member of a team
• Excellent problem-solving and decision-making skills
• Strong organizational and time-management skills
• Must have excellent customer service and interpersonal skills, oral and written communication skills and be able to interact with persons of varying levels of professional expertise
• Previous inventory experience preferred
• Previous pharmacy experience would be an asset
• Self-directed requiring minimal supervision and able to work independently
• Preferred Knowledge of Kroll system

Physical Demands: This position requires prolonged standing and walking, repetitive hand movements, manual dexterity, visual attention to detail, and the ability to bend, reach, lift, and carry pharmacy supplies weighing up to 25 lbs. The successful candidate must be able to work accurately and efficiently in a fast-paced pharmacy environment.

Compensation Range: $19-21/hour. Actual pay rate will be based on the individual candidate's credentials and experience.

Location: This is on-site role at our Burnaby Pharmacy location and follows a five-day workweek.

Work Shifts: Day shifts usually starting no earlier than 8am and ending no later than 6pm.

Opportunity: This is a current existing position

AI Disclosure: CareRx does not use AI to screen candidates

Application Process

CareRx is committed to employment equity and a diverse, inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. We welcome applicants of all abilities and will provide accommodations upon request throughout the selection process.

All applicants must successfully pass satisfactory background screening which can include depending on role, Criminal Record Check, Credit Check, Driver's Abstract, Education Verification, Current Professional Registration and Referencing. Background screening will be completed after an offer of employment has been extended and accepted.