Inventory Analyst - Cambridge, Canada - Glen Dimplex Americas

Glen Dimplex Americas

Verified Company

Cambridge, Canada

3 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

About Us

Focused on leading the transition to a sustainable future, Glen Dimplex Americas is enhancing the moments that matter in life with a commitment to delivering the best design and efficiency in the areas of temperature control and comfort creation.

With operation throughout North America the success of the Glen Dimplex Americas organization is a testament to the strength of our people and investment in innovation and technology.

Our portfolio of industry recognized brands includes Dimplex, Cadet and Faber.

Together these brands provide complete product offerings in the residential and commercial comfort categories, ranging from electric heaters, to fireplaces and controls.

Glen Dimplex Americas is a division of the Glen Dimplex Group - the world's largest manufacturer of electrical heating, which holds significant global market positions in domestic appliances, heating, cooling, ventilation, and renewable energy solutions.

Headquartered in Dublin, Ireland the Glen Dimplex Group privately owns over 40 brands with operations in 80 countries.

The Opportunity

Reporting to the Director, Supply Chain, the Inventory Analyst will play a critical role in optimizing inventory management practices to ensure customer satisfaction, efficient operations, and overall profitability.

Collaborating closely with the procurement, manufacturing, sales, finance, and warehouse teams, your insights, analysis, and recommendations will directly impact inventory controls, cost management, and overall business performance.

To be successful in the role, the Inventory Analyst must be highly detail oriented, possess strong data analysis skills, and a desire to translate insights into actionable changes.

In this role you will:

Drive and develop standard reporting supporting monthly inventory health analysis and reviews.
Support inventory reporting requirements for the Integrated Business Planning process.
Produce and maintain projected inventory reports to forecast future inventory positions.
Analyze actual realized inventory versus previous projections to bridge difference and identify opportunities to improve projection accuracy.
Analyze targeted safety stock levels and out of stock conditions, recommending changes when necessary, and monitor performance against those targets.
Monitor excess inventory. Identify inventory risks and opportunities, and partner with internal teams to quantify, develop and track plans to address them.
Review inventory positioning within our distribution network to ensure the right product is available in the right place to maximize fill rates and minimize overall freight and carrying costs. Recommend changes as necessary.
Collect and analyze point of sale data from key customers to identify trends that will inform inventory policies and forecasting decisions.
Facilitate the inventory disposal process.
Continuously evaluate and recommend improvements to inventory management processes, systems, and policies to enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and maximize productivity.
Perform ad hoc inventory analyses as required.
All other duties as assigned.

What You Need

Postsecondary education in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Finance, or a related field.
Proven experience as an Inventory Analyst or Planner in a retail, manufacturing, or distribution environment.
Strong analytical skills with proficiency in data analysis and reporting tools including Excel and Power BI.
Advanced knowledge of inventory management principles, demand forecasting, and supply management.
Proficiency in using inventory management software and ERP systems. SAP experience considered an asset.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively with crossfunctional teams.
Ability to work independently and in a fastpaced, dynamic environment.
Detailoriented with strong organizational and problemsolving abilities.
Knowledge of industry best practices and emerging trends in inventory management.

What We Offer
Core Total Rewards

Fully funded Group Benefits (medical, dental, vision, life insurance, dependent life, AD&D, short term disability, & long term disability)
Group RRSP with 100% Employer Match up to 4%
Portable Benefits, Consult +, and Telus Pharmacy Group
3 Weeks Vacation Immediately
Employee Assistance Program
Workplace Wellness Program
Support of professional memberships/certifications

Additional Rewards

Educational Reimbursement Program
Smart casual dress atmosphere
Summer Fridays
Employee Service & Recognition Awards
Referral Bonus Program
A unique opportunity to be a key player in a growing global organization
An innovative fastpaced culture focused on people

Our Values
We Think Customer - we aim to put our customers at the center of everything we do, taking time to understand their needs; creating solutions that meet and exceed their expectations, enhancing everyday moments
We Care About People - we