Inventory Manager

Inventory Manager

Azelis Canada

Brampton ON Hybrid (50% in-office) Full-Time

About the Role

Azelis Canada is looking for an analytically-minded Inventory Manager to drive demand planning forecasting and inventory optimization for a portfolio of assigned suppliers. Youll analyze stock levels demand trends and lead times to guide purchasing decisions then execute through PO management supplier coordination and ERP data accuracy partnering closely with Product Managers and Sales to keep inventory lean accurate and aligned with customer demand. This is an individual contributor role with no direct reports.

What Youll Do

Demand Planning & Forecasting

• Generate and review replenishment IDs in Overdrive (OD) and use forecasting tools to guide purchasing decisions

• Maintain appropriate inventory levels based on Days Inventory Outstanding (DIO) for assigned suppliers

• Flag slow-moving short-dated expired and obsolete stock early; communicate risk to Product Managers

• Collaborate with Sales and Product Managers to incorporate demand signals into forecasts

• Review and clean up OD data regularly to ensure forecasting accuracy

• Support monthly PMIM planning meetings with Power BI/OD analysis (stocking strategy overrides slow movers overstock lead times)

• Track and report on KPIs including ETA performance and DIO

Purchasing & PO Execution

• Enter review and maintain Purchase Orders in Chempax (ERP) using OD as the primary system of record

• Maintain accurate pricing/cost information and flag discrepancies to Product Managers

• Follow up on credit-hold/profit-hold issues and ensure timely Supplier Order Acknowledgements

Supplier Logistics & Receiving Coordination

• Coordinate with carriers and customs brokers for cost-effective on-time delivery and clearance

• Process Inventory Receipts CofAs and pre-receiving documentation (accurate manufacture/expiry dates) in the ERP

• Monitor open PO and open order reports; maintain accurate ETAs and ship dates

Customer & After-Sales Support

• Respond to CSR inquiries within 24 hours and maintain accurate delivery dates on all open orders

• Handle after-sales service including RMAs non-conformities and credit/debit memo resolution

• Act as the customers champion across departments

What You Bring

• 57 years of experience in supply chain demand planning or inventory analysis

• Strong analytical skills with hands-on experience in forecasting tools DIO/inventory metrics and ERP systems (Chempax or similar)

• Proficiency with Power BI or similar data analysis/reporting tools

• High attention to detail and comfort working with large data sets to drive decisions

• Strong communication skills to translate analysis into action across Sales Product Management and Suppliers

• Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment

• Degree in Supply Chain Management or related field is an asset

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary: $70000$75000 CAD

• Health & dental benefits

• RRSP matching

• Paid time off (PTO)

• Hybrid schedule (50% in-office Brampton ON)