Senior Storeskeeper

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University of Guelph seeks a Senior Storekeeper to manage stock and parts inventory for Physical Resources, reporting to the Manager, Stockroom and Materials Handling. The role includes ordering through university contracts and procurement cards, receiving shipments, updating the inventory database, coordinating deliveries with Materials Handlers, and arranging courier services on and off campus, labeling stock bins and participating in annual inventory while upholding safety and university policies. Requirements include a minimum grade 12, forklift license, two years’ inventory management experience with knowledge of trades, strong IT skills and excellent communication. Internal applicants should apply via the internal Career Page and tailor their resume to procurement, data accuracy and cross-functional teamwork.

Department: PR Business Operations 

Position covered by the Collective Agreement with the Canadian Union of Public Employees (CUPE), Local 1334

Initial Shift Assignment: Day - Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 4:30pm  
Number of Positions: 1 

If you are a current employee of the University of Guelph you must apply on the internal Career Page in order to be considered as an internal applicant. 
Career Opportunities (sapsf.com) 

Reporting to the Manager, Stockroom & Materials Handling, the Senior Storekeeper will be responsible for functioning effectively as a member of a team maintaining a stock and parts inventory for Physical Resources and the University community.

WHAT WILL YOU DO?

• Ordering stock and parts through University systems contracts, blanket orders and procurement cards
• Verifying received shipments, organizing and shelving stock, and updating the inventory database accordingly
• Receiving stock and parts requests via in-person requests, telephone and email
• Arranging deliveries and pick-ups with Materials Handlers, and in some instances, assisting Material Handlers as needed
• Arranging courier services as well as providing emergency deliveries and pick-ups both on and off-campus
• Labeling stock bins, maintaining and updating price information
• Participating in the annual inventory process

• Following all University policies and procedures to ensure a safe working environment
• Associated duties as assigned

WHAT MUST YOU HAVE?

• Minimum grade 12 education and forklift license
• Two years demonstrated inventory management experience with knowledge of various trades (mechanical, electrical, plumbing, etc.)
• Above-average computer skills(MS Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.), analytical and mathematical ability, with excellent data entry skills
• Strong organizational skills, with the ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment and the ability to prioritize tasks
• Excellent verbal and written communications skills, coupled with strong customer service skills

WHAT WILL GIVE YOU THE EDGE?

• Knowledge of the Physical Resources Division and its trades, and the University campus would be an asset
• Trades knowledge acquired from a formal professional setting, such as retail, industrial or construction

Employee Type: Regular 
Position Number: 10838008     
Classification: CUPE Band 4   
0-3 Month Rate: $ 30.47 per hour
Job Rate: $ 32.07 per hour
Vacancy: (Consequential)
Work Location: Main

At the University of Guelph, fostering a culture of inclusion is an institutional imperative. The University invites and encourages applications from all qualified individuals, including from groups that are traditionally underrepresented in employment, who may contribute to further diversification of our Institution.

Posting Date: 07/23/2026 
Close Date: 07/30/2026