OR Supply Chain Technician - Materials Management - Regular Full-Time
Requisition Number : ORSUP002943
Posted : July 31, 2026
Full-Time
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Whitehorse General Hospital
5 Hospital Road
Whitehorse, YT Y1A3H7, CAN
Description
Regular Full-Time Position (1.0FTE)
This position is at the L05 level with an hourly pay range of $33.93 to $42.93
(PSAC Bargaining)
Reporting to the Manager, Material Management, this position is responsible for the supply chain functions of the Operating Room (OR) Department including, but not limited to the procurement of equipment and supplies with purchase orders and managing Operating Room inventories for the Yukon Hospital Corporation (YHC). The incumbent is also responsible for the effective management of various medical loaner equipment including sending equipment for repair and obtaining replacement loaner equipment. This position also arranges ordering of loaner equipment for surgeries and keeps records of consignment items for reorder.
This position is responsible for accurate organization, inputting data and documentation of daily purchasing and receiving activities. This position also researches products for the Operating Room and works in conjunction with the Clinical Care Manager OR/ER, Manager, Material Management and the Senior Procurement Officer to help evaluate various procurement options.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:
In depth knowledge of purchasing principles,
practices and methods
In depth knowledge of inventory control principles and practices
Knowledge of computerized purchasing and inventory control systems
Knowledge of general office practices and procedures
Basic knowledge of Operating Room and related supply chain needs
Strong interpersonal and communications skills both written and oral
Strong problem solving and organizational skills
Solid computer skills and proficiency with Microsoft Office applications
Good research skills, including sourcing through vendors and internet searches
Ability to work under pressure and prioritize workload
Ability to work independently and as a member of a multi-disciplinary team
Cross-cultural awareness and sensitivity
The successful applicant is required to have completion of Grade 12 or equivalency along with a minimum of two or more years’ experience providing procurement related services in an institutional setting; one to two years supply chain experience preferably in a healthcare setting; and a valid class 5 driver’s license with a explicit driving abstract. An equivalent combination of education, training, and/or experience may be considered.
The following are considered desirable: knowledge of the Meditech system; completion of, or working towards completion of, a diploma/certificate from a recognized procurement body such as the Supply Chain Management Program (SCMP).