Logistics Associate - Central Warehouse

Company Description

Local establishments relying on multidisciplinary skills to serve patients, Moutier Hospital and Saint-Imier Hospital offer quality services in the somatic and mental health fields.

With nearly 1,200 employees, the hospitals and Medicentres of the Arc Network provide local care to a population of over 50,000 inhabitants.

To strengthen our logistics team, we are looking for a Logistics Associate - Central Warehouse.

In this key position, you will ensure the receipt, storage, preparation and distribution of goods and equipment necessary for the smooth running of the hospital's various departments. You will directly contribute to the continuity of activities and the quality of patient care by guaranteeing the availability of items, the reliability of stocks and compliance with the requirements specific to the hospital environment.

Job Description

Receipt of goods

• Receive deliveries from suppliers.
• Check quantities and condition of received goods.
• Verify compliance with delivery notes and orders.
• Identify and report discrepancies, missing items or damaged goods.
• Record receipts in the computer system.

Storage and stock management

• Store goods in designated locations.
• Adhere to hygiene, safety and storage rules.
• Ensure proper product rotation, especially according to expiry dates.
• Carry out stock checks and cycle counts.
• Identify risks of stockouts or overstocking.
• Participate in the improvement and optimisation of storage spaces.

Preparation and distribution

• Prepare orders for the various departments.
• Check references and quantities prepared.
• Respect priorities and delivery deadlines.
• Ensure delivery and replenishment of care units and services.
• Guarantee traceability of distributed items.
• Respond to urgent requests as far as service capabilities allow.

IT management and collaboration

• Perform stock movements in the management system.
• Participate in updating item data.
• Report anomalies related to references, suppliers or packaging.
• Collaborate with internal departments, suppliers, transport and purchasing.
• Participate in the continuous improvement of logistics processes.

Qualifications

• Training or experience in logistics, warehousing or stock management.
• Experience in a hospital, medical or care environment is an asset.
• Knowledge of an ERP or stock management software is desirable.
• Good command of IT tools.
• Category B driving licence essential.

You are a reliable, organised and service-oriented person. Recognised for your rigour, autonomy and team spirit, you know how to manage several activities simultaneously while respecting procedures and requirements of a hospital environment. Flexible and versatile, you have good physical condition and enjoy contact with various internal stakeholders.

Additional Information

By joining the Arc Network, you become part of a dynamic and constantly developing establishment, where you benefit from varied and interesting activities, professional quality supervision as well as excellent social benefits and employment conditions in accordance with the collective labour agreement for Bernese hospitals and clinics.

We value a collaborative, caring and stimulating work environment, where exchange, respect and team spirit are essential. We encourage diversity of backgrounds and experiences, and we are convinced that each employee contributes to our common mission in the service of patients, our staff and our visitors.

This position, organised on a continuous shift basis, also promotes a good work-life balance while allowing personal fulfilment in a humane and rewarding work environment.

Start date: 1 October 2026 or to be agreed
Workplace: Saint-Imier

Further information can be obtained from: Mr Yannick George, Head of Purchasing and Transport Services at 032 494 30 74.

We look forward to receiving your complete application file including your CV, cover letter as well as work certificates and diplomas via our online recruitment portal.