Inventory Control Clerk

Stella-Jones is North America's leading producer of industrial pressure-treated wood products. Responding to the vital infrastructure needs of our economy, we manufacture and distribute railway ties, utility poles, residential lumber and industrial wood products across the continent. The Company’s common shares are listed on the Toronto Stock Exchange (TSX: SJ).

Stella-Jones recruits team members who embody our core values and desire an environment where growth is inspired, dedication is recognized, and achievement is rewarded. Our ever
- expanding footprint provides a great prospect for career advancement as we seek to develop our emerging leaders.

The Inventory Control Clerk is primarily responsible for managing the inventory and SAP transactions at a specified group of pole plants which includes inventory transactions, inventory reporting, document control and P.O. entry. They will also assist with troubleshooting issues and supporting the plants with inventory related items.

**Responsibilities**:
Inventory Control
- Complete daily required transactions in SAP/Bluebee for the assigned group of Plants - Receiving, Treating Charges, Rework & Reman Reports etc., inspection reports, framing reports, kiln reports, cull / cutback reports, peeling reports, other production reports if applicable.
- Input intercompany stock orders as needed (orders from US plants to facilitate intercompany invoicing).
- Understand and utilize product specifications to efficiently enter all transactions.
- Complete daily any other required transaction in SAP/Bluebee for the assigned group of Plants.
- Coordinate and prioritize completion of SAP/Bluebee inventory transactions to ensure stock movement is prompt and does not delay regular inventory transactions at the plant and shipping levels.
- Liaise with internal departments (Procurement, Shipping, Sales & Operations, US Teams - for intercompany transactions) to troubleshoot inventory issues and design processes as required.
- Work with assigned Plants to correct inventory issues as they arrive (ensuring proper count procedures are followed).
- Assist with physical inventory count setup and planning and acting as a resource for plant questions.
- Coordinate reconciliation of customer-owned inventories and other unique inventories with Sales and Accounting.

Operations Procurement Support
- Input Purchase Orders in SAP and Bluebee for Eastern Pole and Tie sites (Plant PO’s in SAP - ie. Delson, Internal Peeling PO’s, pole purchases from third parties).
- Provide support to reconcile PO-related issues
- Assist with coding of supplier invoices (Bluebee) and act as an intermediary between Plant Management and Accounts Payable.
- Assist Accounting team with reconciliation of prepaid freight (US rail carriers)

General
- Assist with other general administrative duties related to Operations as assigned.
- Perform other duties as assigned

**Qualifications**:

- Minimum 2-3 years of related experience
- Effective interpersonal and communication skills (both written and verbal).
- Ability to handle multiple tasks and re-prioritize tasks as necessary.
- Attention to detail, monitor and check work or information.
- Strong computer skills (Microsoft Office and SAP)
- Experience with SAP is an asset but is not required

As a Stella-Jones employee, you will enjoy access to excellent benefits and incentives, including:

- Extended health and dental coverage
- Life insurance and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D)
- Short-Term and Long-Term disability coverage
- Competitive compensation
- Annual Profit Share Program
- Retirement program (RRSP) with generous Company match (150% of employee's 4% contribution)
- Company Share Purchase Program with 10% Company contribution match
- Career advancement opportunities

Stella-Jones is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, provincial, or local laws.

This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. Stella-Jones makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.