Analyst, Inventory

at  Loblaw Companies Limited

Referred applicants should not apply directly to this role.
All referred applicants must first be submitted through Workday by a current Loblaw Colleague.
Come make your difference in communities across Canada, where authenticity, trust and making connections is valued – as we shape the future of Canadian retail, together. Our unique position as one of the country’s largest employers, coupled with our commitment to positively impact the lives of all Canadians, provides our colleagues a range of opportunities and experiences to help Canadians Live Life Well®.
At Loblaw Companies Limited, we succeed through collaboration and commitment and set a high bar for ourselves and those around us. Whether you are just starting your career, re-entering the workforce, or looking for a new job, this is where you belong.

SKILLS

This position requires a demonstrated level of initiative and judgment in order to organize and prioritize tasks, workload and projects. Courtesy, tact and diplomacy are required in dealing with colleagues in every day working relationships.

• Requires an understanding of basic duties and tasks to carry out straight forward procedures.
• Capacity to follow directives and fulfill requests with minimal supervision and takes limited discretionary action as required.
• Professional manner, tact, diplomacy and discretion in dealing with others.
• Ability to identify problems and draw upon a range of choices to formulate solutions.
• Adaptable to set and prioritize work with occasional exceptions. Able to work with diverse personalities and styles.
• Communicates with clarity, verbally and in one on one or group situations, or over the telephone.
• Familiar with SAP or ERP programs
• Computer skills to maintain databases and spreadsheets and produce accurate reports and documents.
• Knowledge of inventory management software and systems and logistical procedures such as customs clearance, shipping and tracking.

EXPERIENCE

Greater than two years, but less than or equal, to three years logistics or equivalent experience.

EDUCATION

• Post-secondary education with preferred study in Business, Supply Chain, Economics, Engineering, Applied Math/Science
• Related experience and/or certificate in Supply Chain discipline a definite asset
  Our commitment to Sustainability and Social Impact is an essential part of the way we do business, and we focus our attention on areas where we can have the greatest impact. Our approach to sustainability and social impact is based on three pillars – Environment, Sourcing and Community – and we are constantly looking for ways to demonstrate leadership in these important areas. Our CORE Values – Care, Ownership, Respect and Excellence – guide all our decision-making and come to life through our Blue Culture. We offer our colleagues progressive careers, comprehensive training, flexibility, and other competitive benefits – these are some of the many reasons why we are one of Canada’s Top Employers, Canada’s Best Diversity Employers, Canada’s Greenest Employers & Canada’s Top Employers for Young People.
  If you are unsure whether your experience matches every requirement above, we encourage you to apply anyway. We are looking for varied perspectives which include diverse experiences that we can add to our team.
  We have a long-standing focus on diversity, equity and inclusion because we know it will make our company a better place to work and shop. We are committed to creating accessible environments for our colleagues, candidates and customers. Requests for accommodation due to a disability (which may be visible or invisible, temporary or permanent) can be made at any stage of application and employment. We encourage candidates to make their accommodation needs known so that we can provide equitable opportunities.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develops, prepares and monitors event import and replenishment purchase orders including container plans, transfer payments, load booking reports, amendments, customs clearance and seasonal schedules to ensure each program event is planned accordingly and to avoid delays. Completes all necessary documents and distributes to appropriate key stakeholders.
• Issues inbound POs for Seasonal Programs to arrive timely during our receiving window, and adjust store orders to ensure minimum shortages and/or no excess inventory
• Monitors shipment status and event tracking reports to liaise between Category Management, Global Procurement, DC’s and vendors and ensure products are received in time for program releases.
• Reviews and monitors DC activities through various inventory systems to provide status, adjustment and no ship reports as required.
• Reviews, enters and prepares invoices for payment to ensure appropriate signing authority is obtained prior to submitting invoices to accounting for payment.
• Monitors and responds to inquiries to resolve issues or concerns related to event releases, shipment status, inventory, and transportation.
• Reviews and monitors excess inventory from seasonal event stock to ensure DC’s maintain a pick accuracy of 99.7%, identify excess inventory and arrange overstock to be shipped to appropriate stores promptly.
• Reviews seasonal events and orders for new or closing stores with Operations and Retail Concepts.
• Compiles data to review and prepare various reports for internal and external review.
• Review of claims submitted by stores in the Store DC claims Database

This position requires a demonstrated level of initiative and judgment in order to organize and prioritize tasks, workload and projects. Courtesy, tact and diplomacy are required in dealing with colleagues in every day working relationships.

• Requires an understanding of basic duties and tasks to carry out straight forward procedures.
• Capacity to follow directives and fulfill requests with minimal supervision and takes limited discretionary action as required.
• Professional manner, tact, diplomacy and discretion in dealing with others.
• Ability to identify problems and draw upon a range of choices to formulate solutions.
• Adaptable to set and prioritize work with occasional exceptions. Able to work with diverse personalities and styles.
• Communicates with clarity, verbally and in one on one or group situations, or over the telephone.
• Familiar with SAP or ERP programs
• Computer skills to maintain databases and spreadsheets and produce accurate reports and documents.
• Knowledge of inventory management software and systems and logistical procedures such as customs clearance, shipping and tracking