Inventory Planner/ Buyer

2 weeks ago

Mississauga, Ontario, Canada Carrier Enterprise Canada Full time

Career Opportunity – Carrier Enterprise Canada

Position: Inventory Planner/ Buyer

Reporting to: Senior Manager Purchasing & Inventory

Location: Statesman, Mississauga

Who We Are: Carrier Enterprise Canada (CEC) is a national distributor of residential and light commercial Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC) and refrigeration products, parts and supplies through licensed HVAC/R dealers and contractors. CE operates primarily in the business-to-business environment where its products are sold through licensed HVAC dealers and HVAC contractors. These dealers are independent companies that sell, deliver and service Carrier, Bryant & Payne products to residences and businesses in their respective markets. CEC offers customers a wide range of HVAC/R product lines, competitive pricing, best-in-class customer service and valuable, time-saving services that positions CEC as an industry leader. With 36 locations in Canada and over 150+ locations, in 28 states, Puerto Rico, the Caribbean, Latin America, Mexico, there is a location to service our customers HVAC/R needs.

We are currently accepting internal and external applications for the Inventory Planner/ Buyer.

The Opportunity:

  • Develop and implement inventory planning strategies to optimize stock levels and align with sales forecasts and customer demand.
  • Conduct demand forecasting and analysis leveraging historical sales data, market trends and input from the sales team.
  • Monitor inventory levels, identifying potential stockouts or excess inventory, and take proactive action to mitigate risks.
  • Optimize inventory replenishment processes, including reorder points, safety stock levels and economic order quantities to achieve service goals.
  • Learn, use, and maintain Blue Ridge System as the primary inventory forecasting and replenishment tool.
  • Collaborate with Sales, Marketing and Finance to understand demand drivers and modify Blue Ridge system Forecast values to meet service level KPIs.
  • Analyze and assess inventory performance metrics, such as stock turnover, fill rate, and carrying costs to identify areas for improvement.
  • Coordinate with sales and operations teams to understand product lifecycles, new product launches, and promotional activities that may impact demand and inventory requirements.
  • Collaborate with suppliers to enhance vendor performance, reduce Non Productive/ Slow inventory and address any supply chain issues.
  • Coordinate cross-functional reviews to reconcile performance variances and refine forecasts to reflect updated sales and marketing input.
  • Optimize system data such as forecasting, lead time and other demand drivers to ensure inventory replenishment is aligned to achieve service goals.
  • Maintain appropriate levels of supply within the network to meet service objectives and demand patterns by optimizing purchases and/or initiating transfers, as necessary.
  • Provide input to our Vendor management team to develop inventory strategies on product introductions, existing slow items, and product phase-outs.
  • Interact with our Blue Ridge Support team to continually enhance knowledge of system updates settings/configurations on new functionality.

Skills and Behaviors

  • Minimum 3 to 4 years of Demand Planning, Inventory Management and Purchasing experience.
  • Post-secondary education in a technical or business discipline.
  • Strong interpersonal skills.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Detail oriented, organized, self-motivated, dedicated to customer service.
  • Able to multi-task and prioritize effectively in a fast pace environment.
  • Strong in database management methods and tools, MS Access, MS Excel, BI.
  • Proficiency with Blue Ridge Planning Software would be an asset.
  • Team player and customer focused individual.
  • Excellent analytical, problem solving and decision-making abilities.

What's in it for you?

  • When you join Carrier Enterprise Canada, you will be part of a dynamic work environment that delivers first-class service to provide comfort to every home & business through our top of the line HVAC/R products.
  • You'll join a team built on trust and integrity – where we succeed and celebrate together.
  • We value engagement, empowerment and accountability and our team members flourish because of it.
  • We care about your future with us. We encourage and provide opportunities for learning and development by using the best-in-class tools for training.
  • Every team member makes an impact in our business. We believe our team members are our greatest asset's.

We offer competitive salary, incentive, and benefits such as:

  • Health, Dental & Vison Care
  • Life & Disability Insurance
  • Travel Assistance Coverage
  • Company Pension Plan with a company contribution
  • Employee Assistance Program

*Carrier Enterprise Canada is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes and work environments. If you are contacted for a job opportunity, please advise the Recruiter of any accommodations needed, in accordance with applicable human rights legislation, and in Ontario, in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act ("AODA") to ensure you have access to a fair and equitable process. Any information received relating to accommodation will be addressed and treated with confidentiality.

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