Parts Inventory Specialist

WHO WE ARE :

As the foremost distributor of public works equipment, Joe Johnson Equipment (JJE) supplies mobile infrastructure maintenance solutions to municipalities and contractors throughout Canada and the US.

Through our extensive branch network, we offer sales, rentals, leases, servicing, and support for vacuum trucks, refuse and recycling collection vehicles, street sweepers, sewer cleaners, and inspection cameras.

JJE is a proud subsidiary of Federal Signal Corporation.

Parts Inventory Specialist

LOCATION :   Barrie, Ontario

EMPLOYMENT TYPE :

1 Vacancy

Full-time, Permanent

TOTAL REWARDS OVERVIEW :

• Competitive compensation package – inclusive of base salary and annual bonus opportunity
• Annual performance review with salary increase opportunity
• Group Healthcare Benefits – 100% paid for by the organization
• Vacation and Paid Personal Days
• Employer Matching Retirement Savings Plan
• Laptop, cell phone provided

SUMMARY :

The Parts Inventory Specialist role will be focused on parts order entry, identifying and resolving order issues, developing and reviewing inventory reports, updating stakeholders on the status of orders, and problem-solving for solutions as required.

Additionally, they will be required to analyze data and provide recommendations and summaries to Management.

ABOUT YOU :

• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills
• Tech-savvy
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Effective time management skills and demonstrated ability to meet required deadlines
• Excellent customer service skills

POSITION REQUIREMENTS / QUALIFICATIONS :

Education / Certification :

• Post-secondary education preferred
• Must have valid driver’s license with clean drivers’ abstract
• Must be able to pass a pre-employment background check

Experience :

• 2 years’ experience in an Order Fulfillment position or a related role
• Experience with Distribution and Warehouse Management systems
• Experience dealing with US / International Customs considered an asset

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES :

• Collaborate with the Sr.

Manager, Business Analytics and Parts Managers across company network to implement and maintain optimal inventory levels and ensure forecast accuracy

• Review daily inventory reports and identify and report any issues
• Partner with Parts Managers on a quarterly basis to process full inventory counts for all consignment trucks and branch warehouses
• Ensure Month End Reporting is processed in a timely manner each month, reporting includes Monthly Cycle Counts, Aged / Excess commentary and update Aged Forecast report for Sr.

Manager, Business Analytics review with Parts Managers

• Assist both external and internal audit teams with requests where applicable, with help if needed from Sr.

Manager, Business Analytics

• Communicate and facilitate customs queries with Customs Broker and Vendors on an as needed basis
• Assist in developing and monitoring processes to ensure both customer parts orders are met on time and with accurate efficiency
• Arrange parts freight deliveries utilizing optimal routing to ensure required level of customer service is received at the lowest rates possible
• Analyze carrier performance to requirements and exceptions; provide fact based suggestions for cost and service improvements
• Monitor issues outside normal business hours ensuring timely deliveries and mitigate additional costs
• Communicate any potential shipment delays for stock orders to the appropriate Parts Manager and provide revised delivery times
• Assist and provide back-up to the Warehouse Leads to maintain daily control of all operational departments of the warehouse; including inventory control, product returns and operational costs
• Purchase Order Approval review regionally to ensure approvals are received and kept in a central location for audit requirements
• Filebound freight approval under $500.00 per region, as well as Filebound pricing corrections within ASL
• Work with the Sr.

Manager, Business Analytics to ensure Freight Recovery policies are being followed and report on areas of concern when needed

• Intellidealer data integrity checks to ensure parts pricing and set ups are accurate
• Identify, collaborate and implement continuous improvement projects to elevate parts delivery service levels
• Participate in inventory or parts special projects as required
• Complete additional tasks as assigned

WHY WORK AT JJE?

• Talented, dedicated and passionate team to work with
• Exceptional best-in-class products and service offerings for our customers
• Charitable Giving Program
• Educational Scholarship Program
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee & Family Assistance Program (EAP)
• Federally recognized as a certified Employment Equity organization
• Member of multiple provincial safety programs and COR certified

Our Core People Values

Leadership, Customer Excellence, Integrity, Inspiration, Teamwork, Innovation and Ambition

If you are looking for a new opportunity, then we at Joe Johnson Equipment welcome your application.

We encourage applications from all qualified persons, however only those who are being considered for the position will be contacted.

If you are contacted for an interview and require any accommodation, please notify HR in advance and we will provide applicable accommodation.