Inventory Control Coordinator

STRIVE Recruitment Inc.; Vaughan; On-site; CAD 31,000 - 44,000; Part time

Job summary

STRIVE Recruitment Inc. is assisting a Vaughan, ON-based food distribution organization in finding an Inventory Control Coordinator to support inventory accuracy and warehouse operations.

The role involves cycle counts, reconciling inventory with WMS/ERP systems, and documenting adjustments to minimize shrinkage while maintaining traceability. It requires 2–4 years of inventory control experience and strong Excel skills in a refrigerated warehouse environment.

Qualifications

• 2–4 years of inventory control or related warehousing experience.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
• Experience with cycle counts and inventory accuracy using WMS/ERP.

Responsibilities

• Conduct cycle counts and investigate discrepancies related to receiving, production, transfers, shipping, returns, damages and audits.
• Reconcile physical inventory with WMS and ERP records, including quantities, locations, lot numbers and serial numbers.
• Prepare inventory adjustments with complete supporting documentation.
• Review and resolve negative balances and inventory record errors.
• Maintain investigation logs and audit trails.
• Support inventory activities across three locations.

Skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Communication

Education

Post-secondary education in supply chain/finance

Tools

Microsoft Excel

WMS

ERP systems

Job description

INVENTORY CONTROL COORDINATOR

Location: Vaughan, ON

Rate: $27.00/hour

Job Type: Temporary

Industry: Food Distribution / Warehousing

ABOUT US

STRIVE is a specialist recruitment firm offering proactive recruitment solutions in the areas of Accounting & Finance, Corporate Administration, Manufacturing & Operations, Special Projects and Technology.

We are currently working with an established food distribution organization that is looking for an Inventory Control Coordinator to support inventory accuracy and warehouse operations.

THE ROLE

This opportunity is ideal for a detail-oriented inventory professional who enjoys investigating discrepancies, solving problems, and improving processes.

The Inventory Control Coordinator will conduct cycle counts, reconcile physical inventory with warehouse and business systems, and ensure inventory adjustments are accurate and properly documented. The role combines desk-based analysis with hands‑on warehouse verification to maintain inventory accuracy, traceability, and minimize shrinkage.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Conduct cycle counts and investigate discrepancies related to receiving, production, transfers, shipping, returns, damages, and audits.
• Reconcile physical inventory with WMS and ERP records, including quantities, locations, lot numbers, and serial numbers.
• Prepare or process approved inventory adjustments with complete supporting documentation.
• Review and resolve negative balances, open transactions, unit-of-measure discrepancies, and other inventory record errors.
• Maintain investigation logs, exception reports, and accurate audit trails.
• Identify recurring discrepancies and recommend improvements to processes, systems, training, and standard operating procedures.
• Support physical inventories, recalls, audits, and special inventory reviews.
• Provide coverage during the Inventory Control Supervisor’s absence and support inventory activities across three locations, as required.

REQUIREMENTS

• 2–4 years of experience in inventory control, reconciliation, manufacturing, distribution, or warehousing.
• Strong analytical, investigative, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent attention to detail, accuracy, and documentation.
• Intermediate Microsoft Excel skills and experience using WMS, ERP, or inventory management systems.
• Strong communication, collaboration, organization, and follow-up skills.
• Experience with lot-controlled or serialized inventory is preferred.
• Post-secondary education in supply chain, operations, finance, or a related discipline is an asset; equivalent experience will be considered.
• Comfortable working in wet, refrigerated, or freezer environments and completing physical warehouse verification involving bending, reaching, and walking.
• Flexibility to work evenings and weekends for scheduled inventory counts and operational requirements.