Supply & Inventory Planner

ESCO Group LLC; Port Hope; Remote; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering company is seeking a Supply & Inventory Planner to optimize global supply and manage inventory effectively. The planner will develop strategies aligned with business goals while working in a collaborative and data-driven environment. Candidates should have a degree in a related field and extensive experience in supply chain planning.

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years of experience in supply chain planning.
• Proficient in ERP systems; Oracle experience preferred.
• Strong analytical skills, with experience in SQL and Power BI.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage supply chain strategies to meet service levels.
• Adjust safety stock and forecasts using demand trends.
• Lead process improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency.

Skills

Analytical skills

KPI management

Inventory control

Forecasting

Production planning

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Operations, Economics, Engineering, or a related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Oracle

SQL

Tableau

Power BI

Kinaxis planning software

Job description

Weir ESCO

Remote Canada

Purpose of Role: The Supply & Inventory Planner is responsible for balancing global supply and demand across multiple product families by developing production plans, network strategies, and replenishment models aligned with business goals. This role ensures efficient use of production and distribution resources, mitigates supply risks, and supports profitability. As part of ESCO’s global team, the planner contributes to a data-driven, collaborative environment focused on continuous improvement and operational excellence

Why choose Weir:

Be part of a global organization dedicated to building a better future: At Weir, the growing world depends on us. It depends on us constantly reinventing, quickly adapting and continually finding better, faster, more sustainable ways to access the resources it needs to thrive. And it depends on each of us doing the best work of our lives. It’s a big challenge – but it is exciting.

An opportunity to grow your own way: Everything moves fast in the dynamic world of Weir. This creates opportunities for us to take on new challenges, explore new areas, learn, progress and excel. Best of all, there is no set path that our people must take. Instead, everyone is given the support and freedom to tailor; make their own career and do the best work of their lives.

Feel empowered to be yourself and belong: Weir is a welcoming, inclusive place, where each individual’s contribution is recognized and all employees are encouraged to innovate, collaborate and be themselves. We continually focus on people and their wellbeing. We believe in fairness and choose to be honest, transparent and authentic in everything we do.

Key Responsibilities/Competencies:

• Planning: Develop and manage supply chain strategies to meet service levels while optimizing inventory. Monitor KPIs, adjust based on trends, and manage inventory settings. Support product launches, phase-outs, and lifecycle planning in coordination with product teams. Track critical supply chain factors like lead times, capacity, and geopolitical risks.
• Execution: Adjust safety stock and forecasts using demand trends. Analyze data to support planning, manage item setups, expedite orders, and coordinate supply for capital projects. Maintain accurate Oracle records and resolve discrepancies across supply chain functions.
• Continuous Improvement: Identify and address recurring issues in supply chain performance. Lead and support process improvement initiatives to reduce inventory, improve service levels, and enhance efficiency. Develop and refine procedures and work instructions.
• Analytical Judgment: Apply sound judgment and analytical methods to solve complex supply chain problems independently.
• Safety First: Demonstrate 100% commitment to our zero harm behaviors in support of our drive towards developing a world class safety Culture.
  
  

Education & Qualification:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Operations, Economics, Engineering, or a related field required
• Minimum 4 years of experience in supply chain planning, including KPI management, inventory control, forecasting, and production planning
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and ERP systems; Oracle experience preferred
• Strong analytical skills with experience in SQL, Tableau, Access, Power BI, or similar tools
• Experience with Kinaxis planning software preferred
• APICS or CSM or similar supply chain certification preferred
  
  

Founded in 1871, Weir is a world leading engineering business with a purpose to make mining operations smarter, more efficient and sustainable. Thanks to Weir’s technology, our customers can produce essential metals and minerals using less energy, water and waste at lower cost. With the increasing need for metals and minerals for climate change solutions, Weir colleagues are playing their part in powering a low carbon future. We are a global family of 11,000 uniquely talented people in over 60 counties, inspiring each other to do the best work of our lives.

For additional information about what it is like to work at Weir, please visit our Career Page and LinkedIn Life Page.

Weir is committed to an inclusive and diverse workplace. We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability, age, or any other legally protected status.

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