The Supply Chain Analyst will play a critical role in optimizing inventory management, procurement processes, and supply chain performance for our PPE and MRO product categories. This role requires strong analytical skills, cross-functional collaboration, and a customer-first mindset to ensure product availability, cost efficiency, and operational excellence. this is new position. the salary for this position is 68k CAD.
Responsibilities
- Inventory Management & Planning
- Analyze inventory levels, demand patterns, and lead times to optimize stock levels for PPE and MRO products
- Monitor inventory turnover, identify slow-moving or obsolete stock, and recommend actions to improve inventory health
- Develop and maintain reorder points, safety stock levels, and replenishment strategies to minimize stockouts and excess inventory
- Support cycle counting processes and reconcile inventory discrepancies
- Data Analysis & Reporting
- Track and report key supply chain KPIs including inventory turns, fill rates, order accuracy, lead times, and supplier performance
- Conduct root cause analysis on supply chain issues (stockouts, delays, quality concerns) and recommend corrective actions
- Analyze purchasing trends, cost variances, and supplier performance to identify opportunities for cost savings and process improvements
- Supplier & Vendor Management
- Collaborate with suppliers and vendors to ensure timely delivery of PPE and MRO product
- Monitor supplier performance metrics (on-time delivery, quality, lead times) and escalate issues as needed
- Support vendor negotiations, contract reviews, and new supplier onboarding
- Build strong relationships with key suppliers to drive continuous improvement
- Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Partner with procurement, sales, customer service, and operations teams to align supply chain strategies with business objectives
- Provide analytical support for new product launches, promotional campaigns, and customer initiatives
- Collaborate with warehouse and logistics teams to optimize order fulfillment and distribution processes
- Support process improvement initiatives
- Process Improvement & Optimization
- Identify inefficiencies in supply chain workflows and recommend process improvements
- Support the implementation of best practices, automation tools, and system enhancements
- Participate in cross-functional projects to drive operational excellence and cost reduction
- Maintain accurate data in ERP systems (e.g., Sage X3, SAP) and ensure data integrity across platforms
Education & Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, Business, Logistics, Operations, or related field
- 2-4 years of experience in supply chain, procurement, inventory management, or logistics (preferably in industrial, manufacturing, or distribution environments)
- Experience with PPE and/or MRO products is a strong asset
Technical Skills
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUP, data analysis, reporting)
- Experience with ERP systems (Sage X3, Oracle, or similar) MRP system (NETSTOCK)
- Familiarity with supply chain analytics tools, dashboards, and BI platforms (Tableau, Power BI, or similar) is an asset
- Strong understanding of inventory management principles, demand planning, and procurement processes
Core Competencies
- Analytical & Problem-Solving Skills: Ability to analyze complex data sets, identify trends, and provide actionable insights
- Attention to Detail: High level of accuracy in data analysis, reporting, and inventory management
- Communication Skills: Strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to present data and recommendations to cross-functional teams
- Organizational Skills: Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and work in a fast-paced environment
- Collaboration: Team player with the ability to work effectively with internal teams, suppliers, and customers
- Continuous Improvement Mindset: Proactive approach to identifying inefficiencies and driving process enhancements