Inventory Analyst

Fresh Start Foods Canada Ltd. Join one of the BEST teams in the Industry - At Fresh Start Foods you'll find qualified professionals that stand out with their experience and understand that customers are at the centre of everything we do.- We are seeking individuals: - Who are customer centric - Who are able to deliver on their commitments - Who value individual excellence and collective performance - Who care and give back - sustainable agriculture, the environment, corporate citizenship - Who go above and beyond to provide options for our customers - Who understand the foodservice/hospitality/retail business and bring extensive knowledge and experience Inventory Analyst Fresh Start Foods Canada Ltd. was founded in 1993 to provide Foodservice Customers with a fresh alternative. An outstanding supply network, efficient distribution through our four regional locations, and our thoroughly modern processing plants are all part of our commitment to provide the freshest fruits and vegetables possible. We are currently seeking a full time Inventory Analyst to join our team, based out of our Milton, Ontario head office. Position: Full Time, Permanent Salary and Allowance: From $50,000/year, 10% bonus based on KPIs, negotiable Schedule: Rotating schedule - Monday to Friday, & Monday to Thursday and Saturday. Fully in office. Standard office hours. Duties and Responsibilities: - Post invoices daily, identify and resolve any variances.- Communicate inventory issues to buyers and branch managers.- Coordinate the taking of cycle count, and physical inventory (bi-weekly/monthly).- Reconcile inventories prior to closing the books to ensure that inventory values are accurate.- Process waste reports and ensure warehouse transfers and inter-co billing completed on time.- Monitor internal control and risk assurance activities and ensures compliance with general accounting principles and company procedures.- Take the lead in identifying slow moving and obsolete inventory and reserves. Communicate these findings with finance manager and purchasing manager.- Set up regular reviews and recommend product rationalization of current SKU's.- Identify trends and makes recommendations to management regarding cost saving or profit generating opportunities.- Manage master data in ERP system - this includes setting up new items.- Weekly reporting on company shrink and customer credits.- Manage Monthly and Quarterly rebates.- Performs other duties as assigned. Skills, Qualifications, and Experience: - College diploma in Accounting, Business Administration or Finance.- Heightened analytical skills and problem solving abilities.- Advanced Excel skills (i.e. pivot tables, Vlookups).- Superior verbal and written communication skills combined with the ability to effectively debrief senior management.- Detailed oriented and strong multi-tasking and time management skills combined with initiative and flexibility.- Ability to manage time effectively and compile information in a timely fashion.- Proven ability to successfully establish and maintain supporting relationships with other departments.- Facility to work independently and value being part of a team.- Comfortable working in a fast-paced, high volume and changing environment, paired with a "roll up the sleeves" attitude We Provide Our Team Members: - Health Care Benefit Program- RRSP Program- Employee Purchase Program- Team-based Work Environment- Commitment to Safety If you possess these skills and experience and want to learn more about this exciting career opportunity, please forward your resume immediately. We thank all applicants for their interest, however only those selected for the next stage will be contacted. Fresh Start Foods is an equal opportunity employer who strives to provide an inclusive work environment that involves everyone and embraces the diverse talent of its people. All qualified applicants and employees will receive consideration for employment, or in terms or conditions of employment, without regard to any enumerated or analogous grounds of discrimination, including race, religious beliefs, colour, gender, gender identity, gender expression, physical disability, mental disability, age, ancestry, place of origin, marital status, source of income, family status, sexual orientation or status as a qualified individual with disability. For Jobs in British Columbia For Jobs in Ontario