Inventory Lead.

Company Description

Laura Canada is an iconic and innovative family-owned retailer housing two leading women’s fashion apparel brands, Laura and Melanie Lyne.

Based in Laval, Quebec, we design, produce, market and distribute quality apparel across Canada. We proudly employ over 2,000 dedicated team members and operate more than 140 locations and two online stores.

We attribute our success to the unwavering commitment of our team to delivering outstanding customer experiences while embodying our shared values of integrity, respect, teamwork, performance, and passion.

At Laura Canada, we believe that delivering an outstanding customer experience is driven by our commitment to an outstanding employee experience.

Job Description

The Inventory Lead ensures the inventory moves in, out and around the store efficiently and accurately. You keep our customers and store Associates happy by contributing to the orderly operations of the store, and getting merchandise to the right place as expeditiously as possible using our intelligent inventory routing and tracking systems.

Critical Functions

As Inventory Lead you will execute the following activities :

• Reception : Unpack, scan backstock, steam if applicable, and place merchandise on sales floor expeditiously, according to company standards.
• Ship from store : Execute the daily pick and pack process to fulfill online order according to company standards, and ensure sufficient supplies are on hand to meet demand (bags, boxes, toner, labels, etc.)
• Replenishment : Maintain stockroom inventory accuracy in iPad application and use our Stock Replenishment Solution to conduct daily replenishment of items sold from within the store.
• Markdowns : Periodically adjust ticketed prices for selected merchandise storewide.
• Internal Merchandise Transfers : Prepare stock to transfer to other stores according to company standards.
• Maintain receiving and stock areas
• Assist as needed with operational activities such as cashier duties and other POS tasks, steaming and visual merchandising.
• May be required to lead / guide other associates in stock related functions.

Requirements

• Minimum 2 years’ experience in a similar role - retail environment preferred
• Sense of urgency
• Advanced computer skills
• Team player
• Demonstrates initiative on an ongoing basis.
• Is exceptionally organized.

Additional Information

Working Conditions and Environment

• Open Availability
• Participates in inventory twice per year, all training sessions and staff meetings.
• Works in a standing / walking position.
• Lifts approximately 20-50 lbs of product / boxes.
• Uses ladder as required.

Benefits

We are committed to helping you reach your full potential., Room to GrowAt Laura Canada, training & professional development are a top priority.

We invest in our employees by offering a wide range of training programs from IT to language training. We prioritize helping you achieve your professional goals by helping you build your strengths & develop your talents through coaching.

We are dedicated to keeping our employees engaged by offering internal advancement opportunities., An Inspiring WorkplaceIt’s no secret that a friendly & positive work environment is crucial for well-being and a happy sense of belonging.

Regular team building activities & lunches, a Halloween celebration, and an annual summer picnic are some of the many events organized to promote a passionate, creative & diverse company culture.

Work-Life BalanceWe believe that a healthy work-life balance is the key to success, which is why your quality of life is our first priority.

Recharge your batteries with paid vacation time & floater days. Enjoy our summer hours (half-day Fridays), and get to leave an hour early on Fridays the rest of the year.

You even have the option of taking a leave of absence if you ever need to. We make your life simpler by offering free parking, discounted dry cleaning pick-up and seasonal tire change services at our head office.

RecognitionHard work & dedication never goes unnoticed. Every employee enjoys a 50% off discount card valid on all Laura & Melanie Lyne styles.

Benefit from our employee referral program, offering a significant monetary reward for the right candidate. Every month, a sizable gift card is awarded to an employee nominated by their peers a person who has shown an admirable display of teamwork.

We also offer a gift to celebrate employees who reach an important career milestone., Health & Well-BeingWe encourage you to take care of yourself both mentally & physically because when you feel well, you do well.

We offer group insurance for your medical & dental needs; RRSP contributions so you can plan for the future; paid sick days for when you’re feeling under the weather;

and a discounted gym membership at Goodlife Fitness (Énergie Cardio) to maintain a healthy body & mind.,