IM Systems Engineering Manager

Primary Location CA-ON-Mississauga

Other Locations CA-ON-Toronto

Value Proposition

As a leading partner in healthcare, Medline Canada's sole purpose is Together Improving Care – this means being deeply committed to the health and well-being of our customers, employees, partners and our communities. We employ a diverse group of top talent focused on growing and making a difference in the lives of Canadians, coast-to-coast.

Compensation is only one part of the Employee Value Proposition that Medline Canada offers our employees. As part of our mission, we offer one of the most competitive and engaging employee experience programs in Canada, which includes:

• Collaborative work environment with highly engaged employees
• Market competitive compensation and benefits plan, including LTD & Insurance
• DPSP match program
• Annual Employee Appreciation Week
• Paid vacation and personal days
• Lifeworks Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Resources supporting mental, physical, family and financial well-being
• Career growth and training programs
• Open communication with Senior Leaders
• Tailored incentives for eligible employee groups, such as home office reimbursement and Sylvan Learning Centre credit
• Employee referral program
• Education support programs
• Fitness subsidy
• Recognition programs
• Social activities
• And much more…

JOB SUMMARY

The Inventory Management Systems Engineering Manager is responsible for leading the development, optimization, and governance of systems and data infrastructure supporting the inventory management function. This role ensures the integrity and visibility of inventory data by overseeing item master data architecture, system workflows, and integrations. The manager will serve as a strategic partner, facilitating cross-functional collaboration among IT, inventory management, and data governance teams to align system capabilities with operational requirements.

CORE JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead the engineering and continuous improvement of inventory management processes and tools to support data accuracy and scalability.
• Own and enforce governance over item master data lifecycle, including materials requirement planning parameters, pricing, and other critical attributes—specifically managing SAP MM02 tabs such as Sales Org 1/2, Sales Status, SUOM Change, MVGR5, MRP1-4, Forecasting, and SCMCS.
• Collaborate with IT and business stakeholders to define system requirements, design technical solutions, and implement capabilities that support inventory operations.
• Drive standardization and automation in inventory-related system processes (e.g., replenishment logic, stock status rules, item setup workflows).
• Develop and manage automated job scheduling and sequencing for material master data updates to ensure timely and accurate data synchronization across systems.
• Define, track, and report on KPIs related to system performance, data quality, inventory accuracy, and operational effectiveness.
• Lead system testing, change management, and validation activities to maintain system reliability and ensure business continuity.
• Manage or support data migration, ERP transitions, and system implementation projects.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in Systems Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain Management, or a related technical field.
• 5+ years of experience working with inventory management systems and item master data in a supply chain or manufacturing environment.
• Strong understanding of SAP and system integration concepts.
• Proven experience leading cross-functional system initiatives and delivering scalable solutions.
• Knowledge of data governance practices, data mapping, and inventory control methodologies.
• Advanced analytical skills with proficiency in SQL, Excel, or BI/reporting tools.
• Excellent communication and project management skills with ability to lead change in a matrixed environment.
• Experience in healthcare, distribution, life sciences, or regulated environments is a plus.

About Medline Canada

Medline Canada stands at the forefront of healthcare, providing expertise and a breadth of solutions for every care setting. With 550+ employees, including 100 dedicated sales and clinical professionals and eight distribution centres located coast-to-coast, Medline Canada is proud to serve the entire continuum of care.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusivity

Medline Canada is committed to diversity and inclusivity and we encourage applications from members of groups that have been historically disadvantaged and marginalized, including First Nations, Metis and Inuit peoples, Indigenous peoples of North America, racialized persons/persons of colour and those who identify as women, persons with disabilities and LGBTQ+ persons.

Our commitment to Accessibility

Medline Canada is committed to the principles of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). We endeavor to make our recruitment, assessment and selection processes as accessible as possible and provide accommodations as required for applicants with disabilities. If you require any accommodations at any point during the application and hiring process, please contact

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.