Manager, Inventory Control

Our Engineering Client in Western Ontario is looking to hire a Manager, Inventory Control. This is a two year contract role which requires On-Site work. Re-location assistance may be available.

We are looking for candidates with 5+ years of Inventory Management from a large industrial organization.

Responsibilities would include:

• Data Analysis & Forecasting: Analyze historical data, processing capabilities and incoming supply to forecast demand and manage inventory levels.
• Inventory Management: Develop and implement strategies to reduce inventory levels. Perform audits, reconcile discrepancies, and manage inventory across warehouses (including transfers).
• Supply Chain Coordination: Liaise with suppliers, warehouses, and logistics to manage supplier relationships, lead times, and product flow from acquisition to delivery/storage.
• System & Process Improvement: Utilize inventory software (ERP/WMS), identify inefficiencies, recommend process enhancements, and support system testing.
• Reporting: Prepare and present reports on inventory performance, KPIs, and issues to management ensuring accuracy of backend data.

Ideally we are looking for candidates with:

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Finance, or related field.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in Inventory Management Software, ERP systems, MS Excel, Power BI, and data analysis tools.
• Materials Management Experience: Requires a knowledge of inventory management and transportation/logistics principles and theories. Proven understanding and implementation of the practical aspects of materials management operations and processes and operational impact of material control on user groups.