Inventory Control Coordinator

Martin Brower UK and Ireland; Oshawa; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a detail-oriented Inventory Control Coordinator to join their dynamic team. This role involves managing inventory processes, ensuring accurate product receipt, and collaborating with various departments to enhance operational efficiency. Ideal candidates will possess strong analytical skills and a proactive attitude, thriving in a fast-paced environment. With a focus on safety and reliability, this position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to the success of the distribution center while developing your career in supply chain management. If you are ready to take on new challenges and make a significant impact, this role is for you.

Qualifications

• Post-secondary education in Supply Chain/Logistics or equivalent experience.
• 1-3 years of Inventory Control/Receiving coordination experience.

Responsibilities

• Assist in inventory control and receiving activities.
• Manage shipments and maintain standard receiving practices.
• Participate in projects requiring Inventory Control expertise.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Detail-oriented

Problem-solving

Interpersonal Skills

Customer Service

Organizational Skills

Multi-tasking

MS Office Proficiency

Education

Post-secondary education in Supply Chain/Logistics

Tools

JD Edwards

Job description

Responsibilities

Position Summary: This position is responsible for inventory control and receiving activities. These include inventory cycle counts, resolving inventory discrepancies, and assisting with or organizing physical inventories. The role also ensures the timely and accurate receipt of products to support distribution centre productivity, delivery reliability, and safety objectives.

Position Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:

1. Standard Receiving Practices
   • Assist the Inventory Control team in maintaining productivity, delivery reliability, safety stock levels, receiving schedules, inbound freight maximization, promotion, and inventory turns goals.
   • Identify and address defects received, ensuring they meet acceptable standards.
   • Manage all shipments received into the facility.
   • Maintain standard receiving practices.
   • Ensure all documentation is complete and signed appropriately to protect Martin-Brower from liabilities.
2. Inventory Management
   • Create purchase orders for centre-ordered products.
   • Assist in communicating and slotting all new items.
   • Maintain on-hold logs, product tagging, and communication.
   • Collaborate with Warehouse, Inventory Control, and Corporate Office to meet targets.
   • Assist with invoicing and coordination of all Branch Transfer shipments.
   • Help prepare and organize Physical Inventory.
3. Process Audit
   • Assist with cycle counts as per Cycle Count Procedure, including identifying issues, researching, and repairing them.
   • Review on-hold products to verify accuracy, and address issues with Warehouse Manager and Corporate Office.
4. Special Projects
   • Participate in occasional projects requiring Inventory Control expertise.

Qualifications

Required Skills and Experience:

• Post-secondary education in Supply Chain/Logistics or related field, or equivalent experience.
• Ability to work under pressure independently or in a team.
• Analytical, detail-oriented, accurate, conscientious, and dependable.
• Strong interpersonal, customer service, presentation, and organizational skills.
• Problem-solving skills and ability to manage customer expectations.
• Positive attitude setting an example for others.
• Sense of urgency, multi-tasking, and priority management skills.
• Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Note: This list is not exhaustive.
• Must pass a post-offer background check.

Preferred Skills and Experience:

• Experience with warehouse management systems (JD Edwards preferred).
• 1-3 years of Inventory Control/Receiving coordination experience.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities. Due to operational requirements, overtime, attendance, and punctuality are essential. Individuals unable to meet these due to a disability should contact Human Resources for accommodations.