Inventory Control Analyst

Give and Go Prepared Foods; Vaughan; On-site; CAD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Give & Go Prepared Foods Corp. is seeking an Inventory Control professional to verify and record daily inventory and cycle counts across product lines, while helping resolve discrepancies.

The role supports process improvements to the inventory management system and works with cross-functional teams to ensure accurate records. Responsibilities include cycle counting, inbound/outbound entry accuracy, and collaboration with buyers, accounting, and operations to maintain precise inventory data.

Qualifications

• Minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent; some college or post-secondary designation in Cost Accounting, Supply Chain and/or Operations or a related field.
• Previous experience working within the Food Manufacturing industry in an inventory control role.
• Knowledge of manufacturing and high-speed packaging, as well as Bakery Manufacturing including ingredients.
• Knowledge of basic manufacturing and inventory management concepts, Inventory Receipts, Bills of Materials, Production orders, and basic Inventory management principles.
• Able to perform financial calculations and create and manage budgets.
• Strong communication skills (verbal and written; strong listening skills).
• Strong judgement, analysis and problem-solving skills, with the ability to make decisions.
• Good ability to motivate and empower team members by providing feedback and recognition.
• Strong computer systems (MS Office, ERP systems).
• Ability to prioritize demands in a fast-paced work environment.

Responsibilities

• Ensure inventory management process, are being followed to achieve inventory accuracy targets, minimizing obsolete and off-spec material, and reducing aging material
• Establish, assign to Logistics Team and process cycle counts to ensure accurate quantity by location and lot is presented in the system
• Assist the Inventory Control Clerical and Logistics teams in processing consumption and output
• Assist and ensure the entry accuracy by the Logistics teams of inbound receipts, outbound shipments and internal movements
• Work closely with Buyers/Replenishers, Accounting and Operations team members to ensure accurate inventory records are maintained
• Liaise with replenishers, schedulers/planners, receivers, accounts payable and account receivable to resolve inventory related issues
• Document and track damaged or out of spec product from external and internal suppliers and/or customer returns, for reimbursement or credit
• Reconcile intercompany accounts including i/c inventory accounts payable and account receivable
• Manages inventory adjustments and transfers
• Assist in managing physical count ensuring accurate results are entered in MS Nav
• Develop and recommends improvements to systems for accurately managing inventory

Skills

Inventory control

Budgeting

Communication

Judgement & problem solving

Team motivation

Prioritization

Manufacturing knowledge

High-speed packaging

ERP systems

MS Office

Education

High school diploma

Post-secondary designation in Cost Accounting / Supply Chain

Tools

MS Nav

ERP systems

MS Office

Job description

Give & Go Prepared Foods Corp. is a proud member of the Mondelēz family. We are a leading and growing North American manufacturer of baked goods for over 30 years. If you're looking for a company that will provide you with opportunities for career growth and development, while working with an energetic team with deeply ingrained values of respect, direct and open communication, quality and accountability, we’d love to have you join our team.

Our Consumer Brands: two-bite® brand, include two bite-brownies®, Kimberley's Bakeshoppe™, Mason St. Bakehouse™ and The Worthy Crumb Pastry Co™

It’s an exciting time to be a part of the Give & Go team as we are growing rapidly and want you to become a part of our growth and extraordinarily bright future!

Job Overview

Responsible for verification and recording daily inventory/cycle counts of the different product lines and assisting with resolving inventory discrepancies. The role will also monitor procedures, as well as recommend and implement improvements to the inventory management system.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure inventory management process, are being followed to achieve inventory accuracy targets, minimizing obsolete and off-spec material, and reducing aging material
• Establish, assign to Logistics Team and process cycle counts to ensure accurate quantity by location and lot is presented in the system
• Assist the Inventory Control Clerical and Logistics teams in processing consumption and output
• Assist and ensure the entry accuracy by the Logistics teams of inbound receipts, outbound shipments and internal movements
• Work closely with Buyers/Replenishers, Accounting and Operations team members to ensure accurate inventory records are maintained
• Liaise with replenishers, schedulers/planners, receivers, accounts payable and account receivable to resolve inventory related issues
• Document and track damaged or out of spec product from external and internal suppliers and/or customer returns, for reimbursement or credit
• Reconcile intercompany accounts including i/c inventory accounts payable and account receivable
• Manages inventory adjustments and transfers
• Assist in managing physical count ensuring accurate results are entered in MS Nav
• Develop and recommends improvements to systems for accurately managing inventory

The Recipe For Success

• Minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent; some college or post-secondary designation in Cost Accounting, Supply Chain and/or Operations or a related field
• Previous experience working within the Food Manufacturing industry in an inventory control role
• Knowledge of manufacturing and high-speed packaging, as well as Bakery Manufacturing including ingredients
• Knowledge of basic manufacturing and inventory management concepts, Inventory Receipts, Bills of Materials, Production orders, and basic Inventory management principles.
• Able to perform financial calculations and create and manage budgets
• Strong communication skills (verbal and written; strong listening skills).
• Strong judgement, analysis and problem-solving skills, with the ability to make decisions
• Good ability to motivate and empower team members by providing feedback and recognition
• Strong computer systems (MS Office, ERP systems)
• Ability to prioritize demands in a fast-paced work environment

What We Can Offer

• As we grow, we are committed to preserving the parts of our diversity & culture that is unique, people-focused and are core to our success at every size. Our values of Quality, Direct Communication and Respect mean something.
• Learning and growth; we are working to create an environment where sharing new ideas, experimenting and learning from each other is strongly encouraged.

Give and Go is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all applicants and employees regardless of race, ancestry, place of origin, color, ethnic or national origin, citizenship, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, record of offences (for which a pardon has been granted), disability, marital or family status, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you require an accommodation to participate in the recruitment process, please contact us at [e-mail], citing "AODA" in the subject line, along with your request and contact information. While we appreciate all resume submissions, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.