Specialist, Inventory Analyst
Reference Number: 30499
Waterdown, Ontario
Primary Responsibilities
Identify inventory avoidance/reduction opportunities
Work with all departments to drive inventory reduction opportunities
Stratify inventory to assist in inventory metric reporting, management and control
Develop key metrics for tracking inventory values and trends
Measure specific categories of inventory against key metrics
Estimate ideal inventory levels by family based on production plan
Report on work order cycle times and implement improvements
Hands on management of obsolete inventory via sales, rework, or scrap
Assist in forecasting appropriate levels of stock
Manage/reduce excess to MRP inventory
Provide action message metrics and meet with buyers to review MRP action messages
Measure future inventory purchase against MRP action messages and work with the buyers to correct variances
Assist on a daily basis in evaluating changes in demand and configurations as they relate to overall inventory levels, safety stock, and stranded inventory
Other duties as required
Support Business Case approval and implementation for long lead material and last time buys.
Required Capabilities
Knowledge of inventory, supply chain, and production control processes
Strong analytical and query skills to investigate, comprehend and drive resolution of all aspects of material and supply chain issues
Strong oral and written communication skills
Ability to learn and grow within a fast paced environment
Good interpersonal skills
Ability to prioritize workload and coordinate activities inter-company and amongst multiple departments
Competent user of Microsoft Office tools with an emphasis on Word & Excel, PowerPoint,
Team player attitude with a high sense of urgency to respond to time-sensitive issues
Action oriented/results driven
Desired Education and Experiences
Five (5) years of experience in parts planning, forecasting or production control environment
CPIM Certification or equivalent
University Degree/College Diploma in Business Operations, Supply Chain or related field an asset
Experience in aerospace/military product support an asset
Must be eligible to meet requirements for Controlled Goods Program (CGP)
Knowledge of ISO9000/AS9100 standards a plus
