Inventory Specialist

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About the position

The Inventory Specialist is responsible for monitoring and adjusting inventory levels to ensure a sufficient supply of products to meet demand. The Inventory Specialist also routinely verifies the supply by physically counting the items in the warehouse and identifies any discrepancies.  

What you’ll do:

• Monitor and update inventory records
• Monitor and record stock transfers and produce inventory reports as required
• Manage the daily cycle count program with warehouse personnel
• Assist in annual physical inventory
• Prepare and assist with tank farm reconciliation
• Monthly reconciliation of customer and supplier consignment inventory, third party warehouse and satellite inventory. 
• Coordinate quarantine product review and identify products to be classified as waste for disposal
• Verify return of goods and receipt
• Process inventory adjustments
• Research and investigate inventory discrepancies
• Review aged inventory with the Sales Department 
• Participate in regional demurrage reviews

What you’ll need:

• University degree or college diploma with two (2) years of related inventory or purchasing work experience is required
• Must have very strong organizational skills and the ability to work independently
• Must possess strong written and oral communication skills
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (specifically Excel, Outlook, Word, and PowerPoint)
• Tableau and SAP experience are considered an asset

Where you'll work:

Univar Solutions Canada Ltd

16959 118th Ave NW

Edmonton, AB T5V 1H3

Pay and benefits:

The specific salary offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors including the candidate’s relevant experience, education, training, certifications, qualifications, and work location.

What you can expect:

• Strong work/life flexibility
• To be surrounded by an inclusive team who is collaborative and committed to the achievement of the company
• To be rewarded for your contributions with a targeted annual company bonus (if applicable to your role) and annual salary reviews
• Competitive pay and benefits

Univar Solutions is a leading, global distributor of chemicals and ingredients essential to the safety, health, and wellbeing of our daily lives from life-saving medicines and vitamins to hand sanitizers and industrial materials used for cleaning, construction, and more.  Our global team of more than 9,500 employees support our vision to redefine distribution and be the most valued chemical and ingredient distributor on the planet!

We offer a Total Rewards package that includes market aligned pay and incentives as well as a diverse benefits offering to support our employees’ physical, emotional, and financial wellbeing.

Univar Solutions supports sustainable solutions for the world around us so that we can do our part to help keep our communities healthy, fed, clean, and safe! 

We are committed to a diverse workforce and a culture of inclusion.  Together, we are building a culture that acknowledges the unique experiences, perspectives and expertise of individuals and provides the development and growth opportunities to empower us to redefine our industry. 

Univar Solutions is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against based on their race, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected classification. We are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the hiring process, please contact us at careers@univarsolutions.com.  

Univar Solutions does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or staffing firms (collectively Recruiting Firms). Recruiting Firms must enter into a Master Services Agreement (MSA) with Univar Solutions prior to submitting any information relating to a potential candidate. All searches must be initiated by Univar Solutions' Talent Acquisition team and candidates must be submitted via Applicant Tracking System (ATS) by approved vendors who have been expressly requested to make a submission for a specific job opening. No placement fees will be paid to any firm unless the aforementioned conditions have been met. Contacting our hiring managers directly is prohibited.

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