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ASSA ABLOY Opening Solutions

. Manage inventory levels and control purchasing of raw materials for the manufacturing facility .

Posted 9/29/2026full-timeWoodbridge • CanadaMid-LevelSenior💰 CA$55,000 - CA$70,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in inventory management, procurement processes, and supplier negotiations, with a strong focus on optimizing inventory levels and reducing costs. Proficient in ERP systems and advanced Excel for data analysis and reporting.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Inventory ManagementSupplier NegotiationERP Systems ProficiencyQuantitative AnalysisProcess Improvement

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Hard Skills

Inventory ControlPurchase Order ProcessingData AnalysisCost Reduction StrategiesKPI MonitoringChange Order ManagementMaterial PlanningCustoms DocumentationReportingStock Reconciliation

Soft Skills

Organizational SkillsCommunication AbilitiesInterpersonal SkillsCollaborationAdaptability

Tools & Technologies

ERP SystemsOracleJD EdwardsMicrosoft ExcelInventory Applications

Certifications & Qualifications

BSc/BA in Business AdministrationCPIMCITT

Industry Keywords

ManufacturingSupply Chain ManagementInventory OptimizationCost-Saving InitiativesRaw Materials

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

ERPOracle

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Manage inventory levels and control purchasing of raw materials for the manufacturing facility
Identify and execute opportunities to optimize inventory turns and reduce costs while maintaining high fill rates
Process purchase orders with suppliers
Negotiate pricing, quality, and lead times with raw-material suppliers
Review, receive, and enter daily orders into the ERP
Oversee purchase-order receipt entry and address receiving exceptions
Complete change orders and delivery expedite requests
Set up new part numbers and maintain item data
Investigate factory RGAs and returned goods
Monitor deliveries and shipments, reconcile inventory, and follow up on late shipments
Assist the Senior Procurement Specialist with stock adjustments, scrap and obsolete items, and month-end reporting
Monitor raw-material levels, safety stock, shortages, and regional demand changes
Use reports, inventory applications, and processes to achieve inventory availability and fill-rate objectives
Review inventory performance, identify root causes of stockouts, and develop corrective plans
Maintain, monitor, and action KPIs
Apply continuous-improvement approaches to reduce replenishment and inventory-stocking costs
Identify underperforming products and develop response plans
Develop and implement cost-saving initiatives through supplier negotiations, value engineering, alternative sourcing, and process improvements
Partner with stakeholders to improve inventory programs, processes, policies, and initiatives
Perform other responsibilities as required

Requirements

What you’ll need

BSc/BA in business administration or supply chain or relevant field
Relevant qualifications (e.g. CPIM or CITT) are an asset
3-5 years’ experience as an Inventory Coordinator or similar position
Proficiency with ERP systems for inventory management, material planning, and purchasing; Oracle and/or JD Edwards (JDE) experience preferred
Strong quantitative skills with the ability to create and interpret meaningful reports
Working knowledge of customs documentation and importing process and activities around importing product into Canada
Excellent organizational and planning skills
Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel
A sense of urgency and the ability to deal with change and the shifting demands within the business environment
Outstanding communication and interpersonal abilities
Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and collaborate effectively with internal teams and external suppliers
Prior experience working on project teams is an asset
Travel required: 0%-10%

Benefits

Comp & perks

Paid Vacation, Sick Time, and paid Statutory Holidays
Medical, Dental, Vision, RRSP, Short and Long-term Disability, Life and AD&D Insurance
Tuition Reimbursement
Learning and Career Development opportunities
Employee Assistance Program
Discount portal
Recognition, well-being, and employee experience programs designed to support and celebrate you throughout your career