Inventory Control Manager

**Inventory Control Manager**

At Tradition we produce bakery and snack products to the world’s premier Food Companies and Brands. Located in Scarborough, Ontario, we have over 37 years of experience in baking croissants, muffins, bars, and pastries. Our success comes from our diverse and talented team of over 400 people. As we continue to grow, Tradition is excited to welcome new team members that share our passion for success and a love of baked goods.

**How you will contribute**

You will oversee all company ingredient, packaging, and finished goods inventory in both the Manufacturing and Warehouse facilities, as well as a 3PL offsite warehousing facility. You will conduct training of Warehouse Associates (drivers, Inventory clerks, and/or specialists), ensure balanced inventory records and inventory counts, conduct inventory analysis, and implement industry best practices to reduce material waste due to damage, and minimize inaccurate inventory reporting activity and eliminate shrinkage/theft.

As an Inventory Control Manager you will:

- Support inventory control and supply chain function for Tradition Fine Foods.
- Work with Operations, Supply Chain, and Warehousing, analyze current procedures and optimize for efficiency, cost reduction and greater customer satisfaction.
- Coordinate cycle and year-end inventory counts at multiple warehouses and reconcile in transit inventory.
- Develop action plans to effectively manage inventory levels and to optimize inventory stock requirements.
- Ensure accurate Min/Max levels and costing are accurate for all inventoried items.
- Address inventory issues as they arise; identify root causes to fix
- Enforce inventory management policies and procedures compliance within the organization
- Run and reconcile inventory valuation reports from all warehouses.
- Examine the levels of supplies and raw material to determine shortages, system, and physical count.
- Investigate inventory variances, determining root cause and action process improvements
- Coordinate Inbound and Outbound loads from the 3PL warehouse to the main warehouse and vice versa.
- Coordinate inventory adjustments and posting in the SAP system.
- Assist in system implementations and integration in the system.
- Analysis of current inventory levels for demand forecasting purposes.
- Coordinate inventory levels for different projects or new projects with strategic departments.
Your responsibilities will include:

- Count all products, materials, and packaging at required frequencies.
- Maintain detailed records of all prescribed inventories.
- Reorganize and Reposition inventories to ensure FIFO, FEFO standards as required.
- Addresses and resolves discrepancies in inventory.
- Implements improved security and storage procedures to reduce loss and theft.
- Proposes strategies to reduce costs and improve procedures of Supply Chain logistics.
- Evaluates deliveries, shipments, and product levels to improve inventory control procedures.
- Actively Audit processes that support inventory control and track performance.
- Support Supplier Evaluation by analyzing data, and trends to improve relationships, cost, and service levels.
- Prepare detailed Reports, communicate findings, and present data analysis to Direct Report/Upper Management.
- Control activities like Parking space allocation and Waste disposal.
- Contractors used for maintenance of the building, building systems & external areas.
- Ensuring that facilities meet government regulations and environmental, health and security standards.
- Maintaining both Financial & Non-Financial records/ administration.
- Lead ALL dealings with External Compliance Audits and Regulatory Agencies (both Municipal & Provincial) within the scope of FACILITIES related matters.
**What will make you successful**
- 3-5 years of relevant experience
- Excellent communication skills both written and verbal
- Excellent time management and organizational skills
- Detail-oriented, self-motivated, and able to work with mínimal supervision
- Strong analytical and reporting skills
- Works well in a TEAM dynamic/ environment
- Proficient in Microsoft Office
- Experience with SAP is highly preferred
- Experience with Batch-Master system an asset
- Process improvement skills
- Flexible and adaptable to change in a dynamic environment
**What can we offer in return?**

Tradition offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits including health, dental, life, and disability insurance. We support your professional growth and provide opportunities for future development and progression. After two years of service, you can plan for your retirement with Tradition’s RRSP employer match. Plus, celebrate your birthday and take the day off paid along with 2 personal days each year.
- Tradition is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. If you are selected to participate in the recruitment process, please inform Human Resources of any accommodations you may re