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The Director of Inventory Management will oversee and direct the daily inventory operations and strategy across the organization. This role encompasses forecasting, planning, inventory management, distribution, and delivery, all with the aim of providing an easy and enjoyable customer experience, ensuring the right product, in the right place, at the right time. The role will report to the Vice President of Supply Chain and can be based in Calgary or Edmonton, AB, or Winnipeg, MB or Vancouver, BC.ResponsibilitiesLead the inventory management team to create a long-term supply strategy for the product offerings ensuring product availability in all regionsDevelop and execute supply plans and strategies for branches and customers, including demand planning and inventory management across multiple product categoriesImplement inventory management best practices and leverage ERP and other technologiesOversee end-to-end product life cycle management Develop and leverage data and KPI reporting to monitor performance, including inventory availability, investment, buffer stock, material aging, and forecast accuracyGuide the inventory team in analyzing customer inventory needs and informing replenishment and expediting requirementsDevelop and manage annual inventory budgets, including adjustments for obsolete and slow-moving inventoryAlign sales and operational forecasts with budgets and category sales growth in collaboration with sales teamsSupport and execute supplier management policies to track vendor performance and ensure timely order fulfillmentResolve material non-conformances and fulfillment issuesCollaborate with internal and external teams to optimize operations and processesEstablish and maintain relationships with suppliers and vendorsSupport the management and oversight of 3PL distribution activities and costs, ensuring quality service and managing costs proactively as requiredUnderstanding of regulatory requirements related to inventory management, including import/export laws, safety standards, and sustainability initiativesWillingness to travel as requiredExperience, Qualifications & AttributesPost-secondary degree or diploma in a related fieldCompletion of SCMP or CMP designation is considered an assetMinimum 10+ years of progressive Inventory Management experience, with 5+ years in a leadership or supervisory capacityExperience in inventory and supply chain management, ideally in high-SKU or long-tail environments (e.g., distribution, retail, CPG)Proven track record of leading teams and developing other leadersStrong analytical and forecasting background, with hands-on ERP and inventory systems experienceExperience managing and optimizing slow-turning service items and expensive critical sparesStrong business acumen and analytical skillsAbility to handle multiple, competing and urgent prioritiesComfortable in a hands-on role that requires both strategic thinking and tactical involvementStrong relationship builder with outstanding written and verbal communication skillsAble to lead transformation with empathy, balancing vision with tactical execution and team developmentProficient in using computer applications and systemsWe thank all interested parties but only those selected will be contacted to move forward.