Yukon Hospitals

Procurement Officer - Material Management

Yukon Hospitals  •  Whitehorse, CA (Onsite)  •  5 hours ago
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Job Description

Regular Full-Time position – (1.0 FTE)

This position is at the L04 level with an hourly pay range of $32.22 to $40.77

(PSAC Bargaining Unit)

Reporting to the Manager, Material Management, this position is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day procurement of supplies and services as well as helping to manage inventory for the Yukon Hospital Corporation (YHC). This position will procure medical and business supplies, services and equipment using various methods (purchase orders, existing contracts, credit card and petty cash) and is responsible to ensure the proper financial coding and signing authority are in place. The incumbent will research product(s) and shipping options (Logistics) and liaise/coordinate with vendors as appropriate. The Procurement Officer is also responsible for the accurate input of data and management of documentation related to daily purchasing activities.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required

  • Knowledge of procurement/purchasing principles, practices and methods
  • Knowledge of inventory control principles and practices
  • Knowledge of computerized purchasing and inventory control systems
  • Knowledge of general office practices and procedures
  • Solid knowledge of research skills particularly related to sourcing products and services
  • Basic knowledge of accounting procedures and practices
  • Knowledge and understanding of CSA standards & Medical Device Licensing
  • Strong written and oral interpersonal and communications skills
  • Strong time management and organizational skills
  • Excellent computer skills – Internet purchasing on line, Word, Excel, Outlook and other Microsoft Office applications
  • Strong keyboarding skills
  • Ability to work independently and within a team
  • Ability to work under pressure and prioritize work load
  • Ability to work in a cross cultural environment

The successful applicant will have successfully completed Grade 12 or G.E.D; have two to three (2-3) years’ experience in an office environment, experience providing procurement and material management services; a minimum of two (2) years’ experience providing procurement and material management services in an institutional setting; have a certificate in a procurement course through the Supply Chain Management Association (SCMA) or willingness and ability to work towards obtaining same within two (2) years of hire, and a valid class 5 Drivers license with clean driver’s abstract. An equivalent combination of education, training, and/or experience may be considered. Strong knowledge of Meditech would be desired.

Incentives

  • Generous Vacation Time
  • Annual Yukon Bonus
  • Comprehensive Benefits Package
  • Pension Plan
  • On-site gym
  • Free parking

Closing Date: July 21, 2026

Yukon Hospitals

About Yukon Hospitals

We are a family of acute care hospitals focused on delivering safe and excellent care to all Yukoners, closer to home, at our facilities in Whitehorse, Dawson City and Watson Lake. Our comprehensive health services set a high standard of care in our territory and are models of care both nationally and internationally. Our community of more than 500 health care providers, professionals and medical staff are passionate about and strive to provide the best care every time.

Whitehorse General Hospital is Yukon’s primary acute care centre, providing a full range of care, including 24/7 emergency care, inpatient and ambulatory care, surgical services, cancer care, visiting specialists clinics, therapy and lab services, and advanced diagnostic imaging.

Dawson City Community Hospital and Watson Lake Community Hospital allow many Yukoners to receive care closer to home through access to 24/7 emergency care, inpatient and ambulatory care as well as many lab and diagnostic imaging services.

Industry
Healthcare & Social Services
Company Size
51-200 employees
Headquarters
Whitehorse, CA
Year Founded
Unknown
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