Inventory Planner

Highlights of the job

We

are hiring

one

(1)

full-time

, permanent

Inventory Planner

working out of

Edmonton,

AB

.

The Inventory Planner is part of the Supply Chain team in Electricity Operations.

As the Inventor

y

Planner

,

you would be accountable for the performance of day-to-day Inventory functions such

as

determining appropriate inventory levels, tracking material availability, replenishing stock items, designing and running reports as well as maintaining the item database.

What you’d be responsible for

- Determining appropriate inventory levels

based on

lead times, order quantity,

future demand

, safety stock, service levels, and inventory

value

- Providing input to

Electricity Operations

regarding

i

nventory strategies and material availability

- Developing and maintaining strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders

- I

dentifying and resolving inventory issues, tracking material availability for projects and advising on material

consumption

- Planning and analyzing

inventory

including

i

ncorporating trends

, seasonality, f

orecasts

, r

andom variation when monitoring stock levels

, and

s

low-moving

inventory

- Adjusting and/or calculating replenishment parameters to SKU

- C

reating

requisitions in

Oracle

; d

esigning and running reports using Business Intelligence (BI)

software

- Assisting in developing tactics and recommendations to optimize inventory value, minimizing stock outs, increase turns and reducing surplus.

- Working with internal stakeholders to

gather information regarding

material

requirements and

order

accordingly

- Maintaining/updating item database using Item Administrator guidelines.

- Working with

internal and external stakeholders

to identify and develop alternative

or

substitute materials

- Working with Account

s

Payable and

/or

Procurement to

resolve

invoicing/shipment

discrepancies

What’s required to be successful

- D

iploma

or degree

in Business,

Finance, Accounting, Operations Management, MIS, or Economics

is required

- PMAC

, SCMP

or

ASCM

certification or designation

is an asset

- Minimum of 1-3

years of experience in material planning and/or forecasting, material replenishment

or directly related experience in supply chain (other directly related experience may be considered).

- Demonstrable knowledge of inventory management principles, warehousing practices and proficiency with computerized inventory management systems.

- Past

inventory, supply chain or relevant

work experience in a utility company or large corporation similar to EPCOR

is an asset

- Proficient in MS Office suit (Word, Excel, Outlook,

PowerPoint, Visio)

; e

xperience with Access

and Power BI is preferred

- Proficient in

Oracle

or

similar

i

nventory

software

; ERP planning modules; Purchasing software; Business Intelligence

or

similar

reporting

software

- Strong understanding of basic statistics

and modelling

- Ability to produce and analyze reports using Access, Microsoft Excel and Word

- Experience creating efficient

s

upply

c

hain

m

anagement processes and procedures

As the successful candidate, you are highly motivated, demonstrate a strong work ethic, and possess an ability to work effectively within a team dynamic. You are able to manage conflicting priorities throughout the day with minimal supervision and take initiative when completing tasks in a timely manner and to a high standard. You also possess a high level of safety awareness

in regard to

work performance, demonstrate strong communication skills, and are able to anticipate team needs.

Other important facts about this job

Jurisdiction

:

CSU52

Class

:

T1

Wage

:

S

tarting

at $41.52 per hour

(Final wage placement will be determined at the time of selection and is based on a combination of factors as outlined in the Collective Agreement)

Hours of work

:

80 hours biweekly,

Monday to Friday

Learn more about

Working at EPCOR

!

Please note the following information:

- A requirement of working for EPCOR is that you are at least 18 years of age, successfully attained a high school diploma (GED, or equivalent level of secondary education) and legally entitled to work in Canada. (A copy of a valid work permit may be required.)

- If you are considered for the position, clearance on all applicable background checks (which may include criminal, identity, educational, and/or credit) and professional reference checks

is

required. Some EPCOR positions require an enhanced level of background assessment, which is dictated by law. These positions require advanced criminal record checks that must also be conducted from time to time after commencement of employment.

- A technical/practical assessment may be administered during the selection

process

and this exercise will be used as a part of the selection criterion.

- To meet the physical demands required of some positions, candidates must be in good physical condition and willing to work in all weather conditions. Clearance on pre-placement medical and drug and alcohol testing may be required.

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