Inventory Specialist - Mississauga, Canada - Metro Supply Chain

Metro Supply Chain

Verified Company

Mississauga, Canada

1 week ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

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Metro Supply Chain is a strategic supply chain solutions partner for some of the world's fastest growing and most recognizable organizations.

We advance our customers' business through innovative, real-world solutions within a culture that supports our communities, protects our environment, and enables our team to thrive.

Managing 14 million square feet in 98 sites across North America and Europe with a team of 6,000, it is the largest privately-owned supply chain solutions company based in Canada.

JOB SUMMARY

The Inventory Specialist will be responsible for customer profiling for new items and removal of obsolete items as per customers request.

The Inventory Specialist will be responsible for the implementation and maintenance of inventory procedures and controls to ensure that appropriate inventory KPI's are achieved at all times.

Primary responsibilities include utilizing knowledge of inventory cycle counting and or physical inventories to manage and control client inventory levels.

In addition, the Inventory Control Supervisor will be responsible for item profile additions or changes as required by the customer and development of inventory management policies and procedures

MAJOR RESPONSIBILIES

Electronically prepare/process all new item set ups, deletions or modifications in the WMS system.
Develop and implement required SOP's as per customer direction or company best practices.
Manage and report on daily cycle counts, inventory pick audits and quarterly physical inventories as per customer contract agreement.
Coordinate and submit timely and accurate inventory control data and analysis for Monthly/Annual Materials Management.
Supervise daily activities of employees assigned to the Inventory Control Section
Work flow management of a unit including training and contribution to performance appraisal
Perform other duties as required.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

College Diploma or Bachelor's Degree in Business or Supply Chain Management is an asset.
Proven Success in an Inventory Management role
Working experience in 3PL environment
Experience with Radio frequency ID systems (RFID), bar code systems and electronic data interchange (EDI) may be required

CORE COMPETENCIES:

Excellent writing skills for creating reports, correspondence, contracts, requests, bids and other documentation.
Familiarity with inventory management software
Knowledge of Inventory control procedures.
Able to work effectively as part of a team as well as independently
Excellent mathematical skills
Service orientated with strong customer service skills and commitment to quality of work
Organized and shows strong attention to detail
Problem solving skills with the ability to seek alternative solutions
Adapt to changes quickly, as well as, working effectively in a fast paced environment
Ability to work with all levels of management

Why Join Us

Work in an environment where safety is our first priority
The opportunity to build a career with a growing company
Medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your family
Life and disability insurance
Wellness programs to support your family's wellbeing
A Retirement Savings Program with a company match
Company team wear allowance
Employee Appreciation Day
Company sponsored social events
Community volunteering

Should you require accommodation for a special ability or need during the recruitment process, please reach out to a member of our Human Resources Team.