Inventory Optimization and Obsolescence Specialist

Job Description Join our team and play a key role in optimizing our supply chain As an Inventory Optimization and Obsolescence Specialist, you will proactively manage obsolete and at-risk inventory to ensure overall stock health and supply chain performance. Through in-depth data analysis, you will maintain accounting parameters, manage inventory disposition strategies to minimize losses, and collaborate with finance, procurement, and operations teams to resolve excess inventory. Key Responsibilities: Analyze the evolution of obsolete, excess, and slow-moving inventory, and produce accurate monthly reports; Implement and monitor inventory disposition plans with sales and operations teams; Develop and manage performance indicators related to at-risk inventory; Recommend corrective actions and preventive strategies to limit obsolescence; Document and oversee policies and procedures related to intersite transfers and supplier returns; Ensure process compliance and support consistent execution with procurement and operations teams; Identify inefficiencies in stock flows and propose sustainable solutions. Requirements To join our team, you must, among other things have: Degree in Operations Management, Logistics, Industrial Engineering, Mathematics, or Business Intelligence; Excellent oral and written communication skills in both English and French. In this role, you will regularly collaborate with internal clients across Canada. At UAP, we take care of our family WE ARE UAP BENEFITS AND PERKS When you work at UAP, you get benefits that meet your needs, whatever your personal or family situation. The health of our team members and their families is a top priority. Which is why we offer several programs to support you through life’s milestones and unexpected hurdles. Benefits and perks BENEFITS PROGRAM BENEFITS PROGRAM Choose the level of coverage that suits your needs Choose the level of coverage that suits your needs Our flexible benefit plan lets you choose the level of coverage that suits you and your family situation. Furthermore, UAP offers you free life and short-term disability insurance, as well as flex credits to assist in your benefit premium, cover certain expenses or to be used as savings (group RRSP, group TFSA, RESP). Interesting, isn’t it? PAID TIME OFF PAID TIME OFF Maintain a healthy work-life balance Maintain a healthy work-life balance Even the most dedicated of employees still needs a break now and then. That’s why we have an attractive vacation policy and offer personal days off. EMPLOYEE RECOGNITION PROGRAM EMPLOYEE RECOGNITION PROGRAM Get the recognition you deserve for your achievements Get the recognition you deserve for your achievements Recognition is part of our corporate culture, which is why we’ve introduced a formal recognition program for our team members. UAP employees can give and receive recognitions and redeem their points for gifts VIRTUAL HEALTH CARE AND EFAP VIRTUAL HEALTH CARE AND EFAP Keep up with your health with a convenient and effective telemedicine service Keep up with your health with a convenient and effective telemedicine service Do you have quick, easy access to a health care professional? With our Dialogue virtual health care service, there’s no need to wait in line. You and your family will be able to receive quality care for your physical and mental health concerns in a timely manner. We also offer an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) wellness services such as legal, financial and more All provided free of charge by UAP. DISCOUNT PROGRAM DISCOUNT PROGRAM Enjoy discounts in our stores and preferential prices from our partners Enjoy discounts in our stores and preferential prices from our partners We offer preferential prices on products distributed by UAP, as well as discounts on the purchase of products from long-standing partners: vehicles, computers, insurance, personal training packages, etc. REFERRAL PROGRAM REFERRAL PROGRAM Earn money by referring candidates Earn money by referring candidates When a team member refers a candidate, our Talent Acquisition team quickly assesses the person’s hiring potential. You could receive a referral bonus of up to $1,500 per hire RETIREMENT SAVINGS PROGRAM RETIREMENT SAVINGS PROGRAM We offer several options to help you plan for the future We offer several options to help you plan for the future Our retirement savings program includes three plans: a defined contribution plan, a group registered retirement savings plan (RRSP), and a group tax-free savings account (TFSA). We also offer a registered education savings plan (RESP) and the opportunity to benefit from GPC’s future growth through the GPC employee stock purchase plan. Together, these plans make it easier to save for retirement and help you reach your financial goals with peace of mind. GLOBAL HEALTH GLOBAL HEALTH Your overall well-being is important to us Your overall well-being is important to us At UAP, creating a culture that promotes workplace well-being and quality of life is a top priority. We know it’s not always easy to juggle work and everyday life. That’s why we’re committed to supporting you and providing the tools you need to adopt a healthy lifestyle and achieve work-life balance. Development and career progression At UAP, you’re in charge of your career. Our promise is to support you along the way. We give you all the necessary tools for your professional development, including: a wide selection of e-learning content, various programs such as: academic studies reimbursement, succession planning, internal mobility, mentorship for women and much more. We multiply your possibilities.