Senior Manager of Equipment Inventory Control

Joe Johnson Equipment Innisfil; Innisfil; Hybrid; CAD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading equipment distributor is seeking a Senior Manager of Equipment Inventory Control to oversee inventory processes and production schedules. This role involves managing a team and liaising with multiple departments to ensure efficiency in equipment procurement and reporting. The ideal candidate has strong negotiation, project management skills, and at least 5 years of experience in a similar role, along with a relevant educational background.

Benefits

Base Salary + Annual Bonus Opportunity

Annual Performance Review with Increase Opportunity

100% Company-Paid Group Benefits: Health, Dental, Life, Disability

Vacation & Paid Personal Days

Employer Matching Retirement Savings Plan

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5+ years’ experience in inventory management or procurement.
• Strong understanding of buying cycles and processes.
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driver abstract.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with equipment ordering processes.
• Manage production schedules and equipment inventory reporting.
• Supervise direct reports and maintain vendor relationships.

Skills

Negotiation

Project Management

Analytical Skills

Communication

Financial Management

Education

Post-Secondary Degree/Diploma in Business, Marketing, Procurement

Tools

MS Office

CRM Programs

Asset Management Software

Job description

WHO WE ARE:

As the foremost distributor of public works equipment, Joe Johnson Equipment (JJE) supplies mobile infrastructure maintenance solutions to municipalities and contractors throughout Canada and the US. Through our extensive branch network, we offer sales, rentals, leases, servicing, and support for vacuum trucks, refuse and recycling collection vehicles, street sweepers, sewer cleaners, and inspection cameras.

JJE is a proud subsidiary of Federal Signal Corporation.

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SENIOR MANAGER OF EQUIPMENT INVENTORY CONTROL

We’re seeking a Sr. Manager of Equipment Inventory Control who will be focused on continuously and effectively tracking the production schedules of various body manufacturers and chassis dealers, ensuring compliance with the company’s equipment ordering processes. They will be responsible for the creation of flash (forecast) order reporting based on the annual operating plan, as well as chassis ordering, procurement and logistics coordination. This role is also responsible for ensuring accurate and timely inventory reporting and will be required to present report data to various stakeholders on a frequent basis. This role will manage the Equipment Inventory team and work closely with a variety of internal company departments.

BRANCH:Innisfil, Ontario

WORK ENVIRONMENT: Office

EMPLOYMENT TYPE:

• 1 Vacancy
• 4 days in-office, 1 day work-from-home
• Permanent

TOTAL REWARDS OVERVIEW:

• Base Salary + Annual Bonus Opportunity
• Annual Performance Review with Increase Opportunity

• Group Benefits that are 100% paid for by the Company – inclusive of Health, Dental, Life, Disability and Travel coverage

• Vacation & Paid Personal days
• Employer Matching Retirement Savings Plan

ABOUT YOU:

• Strong understanding of current buying/procurement cycles and processes
• Very proficient with MS Office programs (Outlook, Excel), CRM programs and Asset Management software
• Highly skilled in negotiation and project management
• Excellent analytical and critical thinking skills
• Ability to work well under pressure and timelines
• Strong communication, negotiation, and financial management skills

POSITION REQUIREMENTS/QUALIFICATIONS:

Education/Certification:

• Post-Secondary Degree/Diploma in Business, Marketing, Procurement or a related program preferred
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driver abstract
• Must be able to pass a pre-employment background check

Experience:

• Minimum of 5+ years’ experience in inventory management, procurement, or related position, within a mid-size or large organization
• Experience working in a publicly traded organization preferred
• Experience managing direct reports

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Ensure compliance with equipment ordering processes, established procedures and timelines
• Responsible for accurate equipment inventory reporting
• Continuously monitor and manage production schedules for all manufacturers and chassis dealers
• Establish and maintain strong vendor (chassis dealers, body manufacturers) relationships
• Implement best practices to leverage quantities of scale for best pricing, terms, specifications, warranty to maximize value throughout entire purchasing process for the company
• Review equipment data and documentation in ERP system ensuring integrity of the data
• Analyze the annual operating plan and liaise with internal departments to ensure future equipment requirements are met
• Oversee equipment purchase orders and oversee PO’s submitted to vendors

• Manage price change deadlines with equipment vendors and notify internal teams (i.e. sales) in a timely manner
• Liaise with vendors to ensure optimal timing of chassis deliveries to body manufacturers
• Liaise across various company departments & lead purpose-built inventory meetings
• Supervise 2-4 direct reports and ensure alignment with department objectives

• Ad hoc reporting and projects as required

Our Core People Values: Leadership, Customer Excellence, Integrity, Inspiration, Teamwork, Innovation and Ambition

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If you are looking for a new opportunity, then we at Joe Johnson Equipment welcome your application. We encourage applications from all qualified persons, however only those who are being considered for the position will be contacted.

If you are contacted for an interview and require any accommodation, please notify Human Resources in advance and we will provide applicable accommodation.

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