National Inventory Planner

Rexel Canada; Montreal (administrative region); On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Rexel Canada seeks a National Inventory Planner to join our Montreal procurement team. You will manage inventory parameters, collaborate with sales, vendor relations and category managers to optimize replenishment and stock availability.

Success requires strong analytical and Excel skills, plus experience in forecasting, inventory management, and supplier coordination to support budgeted targets.

Qualifications

• Analytical thinking applied to inventory management and forecasting.
• Advanced Excel skills for data analysis and modeling.
• Strong negotiation and communication abilities.
• Detail-oriented with solid problem-solving and organization.

Responsibilities

• Forecast volumes and provide buy information to vendor relations team.
• Place large bulk buy orders when needed.
• Optimize inventory parameters and set service level policy.
• Analyze inventory parameters at hub and branch levels.
• Review product lifecycle and stocked offer management.
• Review stock shortage analyses and identify overstock.
• Collaborate with vendors to optimize the supply chain.
• Enforce replenishment policies and understand Gains usage.
• Monitor inventory availability to meet KPI targets.
• Manage inventory and procurement levels within annual budgets.
• Review sales forecasts to meet customer targets.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Advanced Excel

Negotiation

Communication

Team spirit

Attention to detail

Problem-solving

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Bilingual French-English

Education

College diploma

3+ years related experience

Statistical tools

Forecast calculations

Inventory management concepts

Tools

Excel

Gains

Job description

Company Description

Rexel is a world leader in the electrical distribution market, operating in 18 Countries and leveraging a network of 1950 branches and 27000 employees. We provide innovative electrical solutions and equipment for the industrial, residential and commercial sectors. As the energy evolves, our business is transforming alongside it. This change is driven by you - our fresh thinkers, innovators and groundbreakers. By collaborating closely with our customers and partners, Rexel is dedicated to delivering exceptional value to our employees, customer and stake holders alike. Together we are building sustainable performance and shaping a better future.

Join Rexel: A Global Leader in Electrical Distribution

Rexel is a world leader in the electrical distribution market, operating in 18 Countries and leveraging a network of 1950 branches and 27000 employees. We provide innovative electrical solutions and equipment for the industrial, residential and commercial sectors. As the energy evolves, our business is transforming alongside it. This change is driven by you - our fresh thinkers, innovators and groundbreakers. By collaborating closely with our customers and partners, Rexel is dedicated to delivering exceptional value to our employees, customer and stake holders alike. Together we are building sustainable performance and shaping a better future.

Rexel Canada operates under six distinct banners: Rexel Atlantic, Rexel Utility, Westburne, Nedco, LTL and Talley.

Job Description

We are currently looking for a self-motivated individual to become an integral part of our Procurement team. The National Inventory Planner based in Montreal is responsible for managing the parameters that impact inventory. They work internally with sales, vendor relations and category managers, divisional managers and buyers as well as externally with suppliers.

Responsibilities

• Forecasts and provide volumes-buy information to the vendor relations team.
• Assists in placing large bulk buy orders.
• Performs inventory parameters optimization and sets service level policy.
• Analyzes inventory management parameters at hub and branch levels.
• Reviews product lifecycle and stocked offer management.
• Reviews stock shortage analysis.
• Identifies overstock and alerts product managers.
• Collaborate with vendors to optimize the supply chain process.
• Enforces proper implementation and application of company policies and procedures in general, but specifically those regarding replenishment practices.
• Monitor inventory availability to ensure KPI targets are being met.
• Manage inventory and procurement levels in line with annual budgets.
• Review sale forecasts to ensure we meet customer targets.
• Manage substitutions/supersedes in Gains.
• Manage portal reviews in Gains.
• Facilitates promotions as defined by the vendor managers from the divisions.
• Manage new programs/items in Gains.
• Supply reports and documentation to vendor managers of the divisions as required.
• Stock file reviews with Branches (y/n, new items, A, B, C…demand changes, non-stock items.
• Replenishment path review/Network flow optimization.
• Surplus review and management.
• Determine IF write-offs are required.
• Surplus inventory analysis and inventory return in order to meet or exceed surplus inventory target. Coordinate and organize product returns in relation to vendor managers.
• Better buy forecasts as required.

Qualifications

• Analytical thinker – Specifically as it pertains to inventory.
• Advanced Excel skills.
• Negotiation capabilities.
• Communication skills, team spirit.
• Excellent Excel skills (advanced level.)
• Strong attention to detail.
• Problem-solving skills, interpersonal skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to work well under pressure.
• Good organizational and time management skills are an asset.
• Bilingual in French and English

Education/Experience

• College diploma in an appropriate field plus a minimum of three (3) years related experience within a similar role or a combination of education and experience.
• Proficiency in statistical and mathematical tools; inventory and forecast calculations.
• Inventory management and replenishment concepts.

Additional Information

What We Offer:

• Our employees enjoy a positive work-life balance while thriving in an environment that is dynamic and motivated by new and exciting challenges.
• We provide competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits plans, and pension plans, along with a remarkable range of career opportunities - whether advancing in your current field or exploring something entirely new. If you're motivated, we'll help you find the career path that suits you.
• Rexel Canada is committed to Employment Equity and values a diverse workforce, recognizing each employee's unique talents and skills.