Specialist, Parts Inventory

Subaru; Mississauga; On-site; CAD 72,000 - 82,000; Full time

Job summary

Subaru Canada is seeking a detail-oriented Parts Inventory Planning Specialist to join the After-Sales Parts Operations team at the Mississauga head office. You will plan, forecast, procure and manage inventory for accessories, campaign parts, and new vehicle applications to optimize stock levels and service performance.

The role requires strong analytical skills, advanced Excel capabilities, and experience with Power BI and Dynamics 365 to deliver data-driven insights and reporting for

Qualifications

• Diploma or University in supply chain management or related field; minimum 4 years' experience in procurement, logistics coordination & operations.
• Proficient in Excel (advanced functions), Power BI & Power Query; Microsoft Office Suite; Dynamics 365 experience is a plus.
• APICS, ACSM, CSCP, CLTD certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage inventory planning and supply chain activities for accessories and campaign parts across Subaru’s network.
• Lead the Port Accessory Program with forecasting, launch planning, procurement, inventory optimization, vendor management and program development.
• Coordinate with inventory planning vendors to forecast demand and adjust inventory levels in a JIT environment for new vehicle accessories.
• Forecast, procure and analyze products for Quality and Safety Campaigns ensuring inventory health across warehouses and dealer network.
• Monitor inventory performance through reporting and analysis including forecasting, fill rates, turns, aging inventory, backorders and obsolescence; implement corrective actions.
• Identify opportunities to improve processes, create efficiencies, reduce costs, and optimize inventory management and supply chain operations.
• Develop reporting to support inventory planning decisions including seasonal demand; utilize Power BI and Dynamics 365 for KPI reporting.
• Prepare and deliver presentations and recommendations to management regarding inventory performance, risks, opportunities, and strategic initiatives.
• Support budgeting, annual planning, inventory investment reviews, and lifecycle management activities.

Skills

Communication skills

Analytical thinking

Detail-oriented

Education

Supply chain management degree or diploma

Tools

Power BI

Dynamics 365

Excel

Power Query

Job description

We are seeking a detail-oriented and analytical Parts Inventory Planning Specialist to join our After-Sales Parts Operations team. This role is responsible for planning, forecasting, procurement, and inventory management of accessories, Quality and Safety Campaign parts, new vehicle applications, and the Port Accessory Program. Working closely with vendors, logistics partners, and cross-functional teams, the successful candidate will optimize inventory health, support product launches, and ensure efficient product availability and distribution across SCI's nationwide dealer network. This candidate will play a vital role in reporting, documentation and overall optimization within the supply chain supporting Subaru at a national level. The incumbent will report to the Manager, Parts Inventory & Logistics and will be based out of Subaru Canada’s head office in Mississauga, ON.

The hiring range for this role is $72,000 - $82,000 CAD. The initial base salary offered may vary depending on internal equity and each candidate’s job-related knowledge, skills and professional experience. This recruitment is to fill a vacant position.

Primary Job Responsibilities:

• Manage inventory planning and supply chain activities for accessories, campaign parts, and new vehicle applications, ensuring optimal inventory levels, service performance, and inventory health across Subaru’s network.
• Lead the Port Accessory Program, including forecasting, launch planning, procurement, inventory optimization, vendor management, and ongoing program development.
• Coordinate with inventory planning vendors to forecast demand and adjust inventory levels accordingly within a JIT environment for new vehicle accessories applications.
• Forecast, procure, and analyze products for Quality and Safety Campaigns, ensuring inventory health within SCI’s warehouse and network of nationwide dealers.
• Research, analyze, forecast, and procure new vehicle parts and accessories, ensuring inventory availability at launch.
• Monitor inventory performance through reporting and analysis, including forecasting, fill rates, inventory turns, aging inventory, backorders, and obsolescence, and implement corrective actions as required.
• Identify and implement opportunities to improve processes, create efficiencies, reduce costs, and optimize inventory management and supply chain operations.
• Purchase and monitor logistics for promotional items and materials to be distributed across the dealer network.
• Develop reporting to support inventory planning decisions, including seasonal demand.
• Utilize Power BI, Dynamics 365, and Microsoft Office tools to generate key performance indicators, logistics, and specific areas of coverage reporting; identify areas for improvement and make data-driven recommendations to management.
• Prepare and deliver presentations, reporting, and recommendations to management regarding inventory performance, risks, opportunities, and strategic initiatives.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives related to inventory planning, forecasting, logistics operations, and systems enhancements.
• Support budgeting, annual business planning, inventory investment reviews, and inventory lifecycle management activities, including phase-in, phase-out, and excess inventory reduction initiatives.
• Perform other duties as required.

Required Skills / Attributes:

• Excellent Communication, interpersonal and presentation skills with the ability to collaborate effectively with internal teams and external partners.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to interpret data and make informed decisions.
• Detail-oriented with exceptional organizational skills and the ability to prioritize tasks in a fast-paced, JIT based environment.

Qualifications:

• Diploma or University in supply chain management or a related field with a minimum of 4 years' experience in inventory ordering (procurement), logistics coordination & supply chain operations, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
• Strong Proficiency required in excel-including advanced functions as well as Microsoft Office Suite, Power BI & Power query, and previous experience with Dynamics 365 would be an asset.
• APICS, ACSM, CSCP, CLTD preferred certification.

Physical Conditions:

• Flexible work schedule & extra hours when required.
• Primarily Sedentary – extended use of a computer. Sometime in the PDC/ parts department as required.

Subaru Canada is committed to employment equity and encourages all qualified Aboriginal peoples, persons with disability and members of visible minorities to apply.
We are also committed to providing accommodation for people with disability. Please let us know if you require accommodation at any time during our recruiting process.
Background checks will be conducted during final stages.