Inventory Supervisor

Sensient Technologies; Kingston; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Sensient Technologies in Kingston, Ontario is seeking an Inventory Supervisor to lead purchasing and inventory control on-site. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure material availability, accurate records and supplier performance, while driving cycle counts, material planning and issue resolution.

The role emphasizes hands-on inventory management, attention to detail and strong analytical problem solving, with a focus on reducing waste and supporting production.

Qualifications

• Experience in purchasing, inventory management, or supply chain roles.
• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication to build relationships with suppliers and internal teams.
• Great attention to detail with accurate record-keeping and documentation.
• Analytical problem-solving skills to investigate issues and improve processes.
• Experience with inventory control, material planning, or ERP systems is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Manage purchasing activities, including supplier communication, PO documentation, invoice support, and delivery tracking.
• Coordinate material replenishment and monitor supply availability to prevent shortages.
• Maintain purchasing records and supplier documentation; support new supplier setup.
• Lead inventory management activities: cycle counts, adjustments, reconciliation, investigations of differences.
• Review inventory levels, safety stock, and slow-moving materials to reduce waste and improve accuracy.
• Support production planning by ensuring materials are available and transfers are timely.
• Collaborate with product development and suppliers to identify material risks and coordinate sample shipments.

Skills

Purchasing

Inventory management

Supply chain

Organizational skills

Communication

Attention to detail

Analytical problem-solving

ERP systems

Job description

At Sensient Technologies, we are experts in the science, art and innovation of color and flavor. We are market-savvy and visionary. We are problem solvers. And we will be better with you.

We are searching for a talented Inventory Supervisor to join our team in Kingston, Ontario. If you enjoy solving problems, staying organized, and working with cross functional teams to keep operations running smoothly, this could be a great opportunity for you. In this role, you will help ensure materials are available when needed, inventory remains accurate, and supplier relationships support efficient production. You will work closely with purchasing, planning, warehouse, finance, quality, and product development teams to support daily operations. This position is fully onsite to allow for collaboration across departments and hands on inventory management.

What you'll do:

• Manage purchasing activities, including supplier communication, purchase order documentation, invoice support, and delivery tracking.
• Coordinate material replenishment, monitor supply availability, and eradicate potential shortages that may affect production or customers.
• Maintain accurate purchasing records, supplier documentation, and support the setup of new suppliers.
• Lead inventory management activities, including cycle counting, inventory adjustments, reconciliation, and investigations into inventory differences.
• Review inventory levels, safety stock, and slow moving materials to reduce waste and improve inventory accuracy.
• Support production planning by ensuring materials are available, warehouse transfers are completed on time, and inventory holds are resolved before production.
• Partner with product development and suppliers to identify material risks, source new ingredients, coordinate sample shipments, and support material approval activities.

What you'll bring:

• Experience in purchasing, inventory management, supply chain, or a related operational role.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to build effective relationships with suppliers and internal teams.
• Strong attention to detail with experience maintaining accurate records and documentation.
• Analytical problem-solving skills with the ability to investigate issues and identify process improvements.
• Experience working with inventory control, material planning, or enterprise resource planning systems is an asset.

What you'll get:

• Opportunity to make a direct impact on purchasing, inventory, and supply chain performance.
• A collaborative team environment with cross functional exposure across multiple business areas.
• Meaningful work that supports production, customer satisfaction, and continuous improvement.
• Opportunities to contribute ideas that improve processes and operational efficiency.
• A stable role with opportunities to expand your skills and grow your career.

About Sensient:

Sensient Technologies Corporation is a leading global manufacturer and marketer of colors, flavors, and extracts. Sensient employs advanced technologies at facilities around the world to develop specialty food and beverage systems, cosmetic and pharmaceutical systems, specialty colors, and other specialty and fine chemicals. The Company's customers include major international manufacturers representing most of the world's best-known brands.

About Sensient Colors:

Sensient Colors is a leading developer, producer, and supplier of natural and synthetic color systems for customers around the globe. The Company's high-performance products play a vital role in the manufacture of foods and beverages, cosmetic and pharmaceutical colors and coatings, and colors for agricultural uses, household cleaners and paper products.

The salary range for this position is $65,000-80,000 CAD. Pay within the range is based on several factors, which may include, but are not limited to, education, work experience, specialized training, and labor market conditions. In addition to salary, Sensient is proud to offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits program to support the holistic well-being of our employees and their families.

SPONSORSHP: Due to our inability to offer visa sponsorship, we can only consider candidates who are authorized to work in Canada without the need for employment visa sponsorship.
RELOCATION: We are unable to offer relocation assistance. The successful candidate will be expected to work at Kingston, Ontario and must reside in area or be willing to commute.
THIRD PARTY AGENCY: Any unsolicited submissions received from recruitment agencies will be considered property of Sensient Technologies, and we will not be liable for any fees or obligations related to those submissions.

Sensient is an Equal Opportunity Employer, headquartered in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA.