Manager, Inventory & Logistics

Collective Arts Brewing Co.; Hamilton; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Manager for Inventory and Logistics. This role is pivotal in driving agility and best practices, ensuring effective supply chain management, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement. You will lead a dedicated team, manage logistics functions, and refine workflows to enhance productivity and quality. With a focus on strategic initiatives, you will interface with cross-functional teams to achieve business goals. If you are passionate about optimizing operations and making a significant impact, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 3-4 years of management experience in a growing manufacturing organization.
• Experience in the CPG industry is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Manage logistics team and oversee inventory management across multiple locations.
• Drive projects to increase profitability and implement supply chain strategies.

Skills

Strategic and Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Leadership Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Team Building

Project Management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Management

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Tools

EDI

ERP

Job description

We are looking for a Manager, Inventory and Logistics who can motivate the team to drive agility and best practices, and achieve business goals including revenue, profit, and growth through continuous improvement. Reporting directly to the Director, Supply Chain, this role will mentor the team and manage Logistics, Inventory, and Warehousing. The role involves refining workflows and recommending improvements to productivity, quality, and efficiency.

A typical day as Manager, Inventory and Logistics includes:

1. Manage the Logistics team
2. Approve and audit 3PL and freight invoices
3. Lead inventory management across multiple locations and warehouses
4. Troubleshoot problem LCBO loads
5. Maintain cross-functional relationships with internal teams
6. Ensure logistics KPIs of on-time/in-full are achieved
7. Audit the marketplace for efficient lanes/rates and new partnership opportunities
8. Maintain positive relationships with logistics partners
9. Oversee creation, implementation, and maintenance of SOPs for inbound/outbound logistics and inventory management

How your time will be organized:

1. Overseeing Logistics duties (40%)
   • Manage physical inventory transfers
   • Handle shipments to customers
   • Complete internal logistics service requests
   • Book return shipments
   • Assist inside sales with order processing
2. Overseeing Inventory duties (40%)
   • Conduct month-end reconciliations
   • Investigate variances and escalations
   • Achieve inventory KPIs
   • Develop procedures for inventory efficiencies
3. Warehouse Management (20%)
   • Ensure timely, complete orders
   • Liaise with warehouse staff
   • Manage warehouse systems (EDI, ERP)
   • Maintain SOPs for warehouse operations

How you will make an impact:

• Drive projects to increase profitability
• Define and implement effective supply chain strategies
• Prepare strategies, documentation, and recommendations for supply chain improvements

We’re looking for candidates who:

• Have strategic and analytical skills to proactively address inventory issues
• Possess excellent communication, coaching, and leadership skills
• Have experience in analytics, problem-solving, team building, and project management
• Can interface effectively with Demand Planning, Supply Planning, Logistics, and Customer Service
• Are capable of cross-functional collaboration and project delivery

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Management, Supply Chain, or Engineering; higher education is a plus
• 3-4 years of management experience in a growing manufacturing organization
• Experience in the CPG industry is an asset

Why Collective Arts?

You will contribute to developing programs, policies, and procedures. Your input will be valued and encouraged. As a leader, you’ll shape our company culture and contribute to our inclusive environment, where everyone’s opinion counts and opportunities for advancement are available.