Inventory Manager

Ryder; Mississauga; On-site; CAD 87,000 - 93,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics company in Mississauga is seeking a Manager Inventory to oversee inventory processes and ensure the accuracy of stock levels. This role involves managing daily operations, reporting on inventory costs, and supporting team development. Ideal candidates should have significant experience in inventory management and leadership skills. The position offers a competitive salary and valuable benefits, fostering a collaborative and growth-oriented environment.

Benefits

10 days of Paid Time Off

Excellent benefits package

Retirement benefits

Employee stock discount

Respectful work environment

Qualifications

• Requires three years of manufacturing or distribution inventory experience.
• Requires two years of supervisory experience.
• Knowledge of DOT and Hazmat preferred.

Responsibilities

• Tracks inventory costs to meet facility goals.
• Maintains daily reports for KPI measurement.
• Provides support for inventory issues.

Skills

Prioritization and organization

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Microsoft Excel proficiency

Knowledge of OSHA

Education

High School diploma/GED

Bachelor's degree in logistics or related field

Tools

Warehouse Management Systems (WMS)

Job description

About Ryder

At Ryder, we have a long history of investing in our employees and providing a collaborative team-based culture that encourages growth across all levels and positions.

We are a Fortune 500 company with 800+ locations and over 40,000 employees across the US and Canada! Employee satisfaction is part of our culture.

About the Job

Type: Full Time

Wage: $87,000 - $93,000 Annual Salary

Shifts: Monday - Friday - 8am - 5pm

Location: Mississauga, ON

Why Ryder?

• 10 days of Paid Time Off upon hire
• Excellent benefits package after 30 days (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Retirement Benefits including Defined Contribution Pension Plan (DCPP), Group Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) and Deferred Profit Sharing Plan (DPSP)
• Employee discount of 15% on Ryder stock
• A safe, friendly and respectful work environment
• Recognized by Forbes as one of Canada's Best Employers in 2025

Summary

The Manager Inventory reports to the Senior Logistics Manager and has overall responsibility for tracking incoming and finished goods materials, packaging supplies, etc. required in the warehousing and distribution of customer products. Provides accounting support regarding inventory issues. Reporting to this position are cycle counters and a clerk. The position requires direct involvement with daily operations and future projects to assure activities support facility goals and objectives.

Essential Functions

• Tracks day-to-day facility inventory costs and assists in supporting the facility KPI’s (Key Performance Indicators) to consistently meet/exceed established goals, including but not limited to GMP’s (Good Manufacturing Practices), safety, quality, productivity, sanitation, and maintenance.
• Maintain daily reports that are established to measure daily, weekly and monthly KPI’s.
• Develop and maintain inventory control systems that meet ongoing and future facility needs.
• Develop and manage the facility cycle count program and the inventory recoup/repack/return/recycle program.
• Provide floor support to Operations Supervisors and hourly associates regarding inventory issues and office support to the I/O Coordinators and receiving/shipping office personnel.
• Facilitates and executes the hold process for local site.
• Has a positive influence on and assists in the development of employees and conducts periodic performance evaluations of direct reports.
• Insure daily communications and shift meetings provide the necessary information for employees to do their jobs consistently well while making them feel a real part of the team.

Additional Responsibilities

• Promotes positive customer relationships.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills and Abilities

• Ability to prioritize and organize work, along with strong follow-up, analytical, problem solving and sound decision making skills
• Ability to effectively communicate in both verbal and written forms with customers, employees, peers and management
• Ability to work self-directed with minimal supervision
• Ability to work independently and as member of a team
• Ability to manage individual performance and employee relations
• Flexibility to operate and self-driven to excel in a fast-paced environment
• Capable of multi-tasking, highly organized, with excellent time management skills
• Detail oriented with excellent follow-up practices
• Highly proficient in Microsoft Word, excel and Windows
• Intermediate computer skills
• Exposure to Lean principles, systems and tools beginner preferred
• Knowledge of Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) intermediate preferred
• Knowledge of OSHA required
• DOT and Hazmat knowledge may be required based on the account intermediate preferred
• APICS certified intermediate preferred

Qualifications

• H.S. diploma/GED required
• Bachelor's degree preferred logistics, supply chain, or related field.
• Three (3) years or more manufacturing/production/distribution inventory experience required
• Two (2) years or more supervisory experience required
• Three (3) years or more PC Inventory and accounting skills required
• Three (3) years or more problem solving skills experience, use of formal Root Cause Countermeasure Systems preferred
• Intermediate computer skills
• Exposure to Lean principles, systems and tools beginner preferred
• Knowledge of Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) intermediate preferred
• Knowledge of OSHA required
• DOT and Hazmat knowledge may be required based on the account intermediate preferred
• APICS certified intermediate preferred

DOT Regulated

No

Job Category

Inventory Control

Compensation Information

We offer a competitive salary range of $87,000 - $93,000 annually, with eligibility for annual bonus, commission, and/or long-term incentive plans based on the level and/or type. Compensation may also be influenced by factors such as relevant experience, education, certifications, work location, market data, internal equity and salary ranges.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Ryder is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value Diversity and Inclusion in the workplace and encourage all qualified candidates to apply including women, visible minorities, aboriginals, and persons with disabilities. In accordance with our commitment to diversity and inclusion, Ryder welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the recruitment, selection, and assessment process. If you require assistance in order to apply, please contact us at 888-957-9337.

Authorization to Work in Canada

All applicants must have valid legal authorization to work in Canada. Maintaining this authorization is the responsibility of every employee and is a condition of continued employment.

Security Notice for Applicants

Ryder will only communicate with an applicant directly from a Ryder.com email address and will never conduct an interview online through a chat-type forum, messaging app (such as WhatsApp or Telegram), or via an online questionnaire. During an interview, Ryder will never ask for any form of payment or banking details, and will never solicit personal information outside of the formal submitted application through our careers website. If you have any questions regarding the application process or to verify the legitimacy of an interview or Ryder representative, please contact Ryder at [e-mail] or 800-793-3754.

Current Employees

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