Inventory Analyst

Lynden International Logistics ULC is looking for an Inventory Analyst who will be responsible for coordinating various inventory related duties such as completing daily counts for the warehouse and analyzing discrepancies to determine root cause and corrective actions. This role also supports this sites physical inventory and provides daily and monthly scorecard reporting. The role provides support to operations and customer service in reconciling customer complaints and requests. The successful candidate is a highly motivated, self-directed individual capable of multi-tasking with a high level of personal and professional ethics.

Why Lynden?

We offer a competitive salary, after 1 year of service employees will be eligible to participate in a pension plan. We offer Health, and Dental benefits after 3 months which are paid for by the company! Overtime is available.

LOCATION: 10 Corrine Court, Vaughan

WORKING SCHEDULE: Monday to Friday, 9:00am – 5:30pm 

Key Responsibilities include:

• Setup and coordinate cycle counts from WMS
• Run reports to measure accuracy and highlight discrepancies
• Investigate discrepancies to determine root cause and recommend corrective action
• Recommend process improvements to improve accuracy and efficiency
• Create daily/monthly/quarterly inventory and scorecard reports
• Perform adjustments as required and keep all relevant back-ups
• Quarantine items as requested (i.e. recalls)
• Support physical inventories
• Run reports to measure accuracy and highlight discrepancies between physical count and system quantities
• Investigate and facilitate the correction of inventory discrepancies
• Ensure correct SKU setups in WMS
• Support inquiries from customer service on all activities that affect inventory
• Participate actively in continuous improvement (CI) initiatives
• Produce daily reports as directed by management
• Perform other duties/projects/reports assigned by management

Qualifications include:

• Post-secondary education in Supply Chain Management, Inventory Management, or Business Administration (preferred)
• 2 years proven experience as either a business, inventory or logistics analyst, preferably in a 3PL environment
• Proven ability to create, manage and maintain strong customer relationships.
• Very good skills in Microsoft Excel, Access and Word
• Experience with ERP systems
• A strong working knowledge of WMS
• Strong communicator with a demonstrated ability to work in a team based environment and capable of working effectively with all levels within the organization from warehouse team member to senior management
• Excellent verbal and written communications skills
• Extremely organized individual capable of multi-tasking and remaining calm in stressful circumstances
• Ability to function in a dynamic environment with changing priorities
• Ability to work extended hours and weekends when needed