Planned Parenthood Los Angeles is seeking an experienced Distribution & Receiving Clerk/Driver with excellent customer service skills to work in our Downtown Los Angeles Headquarters. Under the supervision of the Purchasing Manager, the Distribution & Receiving Clerk/Driver assures the timely receiving, processing, accounting, and distribution/delivery of purchases. Provides inventory support for multiple clinics throughout Los Angeles County using Inventory Tracking software and developing efficient delivery route schedule based on supply needs.
Over one hundred years ago, Planned Parenthood was founded on the idea that everyone should have the information and care they need to live strong, healthy lives and fulfill their dreams. Founded 57+ years ago, Planned Parenthood Los Angeles is one of the largest providers of reproductive health care services in Los Angeles County. The Planned Parenthood Los Angeles (PPLA) team works together to provide high-quality, affordable reproductive health care to women, men, and young people across Los Angeles County. At PPLA, you will discover a culture of like-minded individuals who are eager to make positive contributions to their community and to the Planned Parenthood mission.
Our Ideal Candidate will have the following qualifications:
High school diploma or equivalent required
At least one (1) year receiving/inventory/warehouse experience
Experience with inventory tracking software preferred
Willingness to drive to and make deliveries to all our centers throughout LA County
Must have a valid California driver’s license and be insurable under PPLA Insurance Policies
Ability to repeatedly lift/move items weighing more than 50 lbs. using safe lifting techniques
Competency with Microsoft Office software
Understanding of truck route scheduling and delivery process
About the position:
Abortion patients are cared for at each of our health centers, and in part through the administrative, support, and other non-clinical services provided at all PPLA locations, and by all PPLA employees. Supporting these critical services is an essential job duty, and a fundamental responsibility of all employees and contractors.
Monitor receiving dock and receive shipments and mail using the recommended and appropriate security procedures
Verify receipt of items compared to items ordered; resolve discrepancies in coordination with buyers
Input of items received into purchasing / accounting system
Maintain proper organization of all supplies on premises at headquarters
Cross-train on responsibilities of Receiving Specialist and serve as back-up to other driver (e.g. matching of purchase orders to packing slips and invoices)
Retrieve, pack, and deliver inventory/supply orders to all PPLA locations (health centers & headquarters) and obtain Center Manager, or other designees, signatures upon delivery of new inventory
Conduct periodic Inventory Counts
Assist in developing and maintaining proper supply inventory levels, medication expiration dates, and controls to help create efficiencies in the department
Distribute internal mail and packages and maintain postage meter
Responsible for keeping PPLA vehicle in proper working condition including maintenance and weekly washes
Report any mechanical or other problems with PPLA vehicle
Perform daily pre-trip inspection of company vehicle and submit report to the Purchasing Manager
Generous salary and benefits package includes:
Medical, dental, and vision coverage options for you and eligible dependents
Free basic life/AD&D policy with additional voluntary coverage options
Short Term Disability, Critical Illness and Accident policies
403(b) Retirement plan with up to 3% employer match
Medical and Dependent Flexible Spending Account plans
Public Transportation and Commuter Pre-Tax Reimbursements
Generous vacation, sick, and holiday benefits
Hiring Range: $25.00 - $27.00 per hour (Non-Exempt)
Compensation Philosophy and Position Hiring Range:
At Planned Parenthood Los Angeles we continuously work towards our value of "we respect and honor all people", which also relates to our compensation philosophy. PPLA recognizes that decisions about pay, and benefits have significant impact on staff, so we are committed to ensuring all positions are rooted in a description that identifies competencies, duties, responsibilities, and qualifications, and that they are compensated equitably which considers both internal organizational equity and market compensation data for similar roles.
Equal Employment Opportunity will be afforded to all applicants and other covered persons without regard to protected characteristics, including their perceived protected characteristic. Protected categories include: race (including traits historically associated with race, including but not limited to, hair texture and protective hair styles such as, braids, locs, and twists as examples but not exhaustive list), color, religion or religious creed (including religious belief, observation, practice, dress, and grooming practices), national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding/chestfeeding, or related medical conditions), reproductive health decision-making, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age (40 years and over), sexual orientation, veteran and/or military status (including past, current or prospective service in the uniformed service), and any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state or local law. PPLA will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in accordance with the requirements of Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring.
