Job Description
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