Summary of Responsibilities:The Inventory Specialist oversees and is accountable for the movement of all Materials to ensure the efficient flow of production and its associated paperwork, such as Incoming Inspection, Shipping and Receiving documents. The Specialist is responsible for the day-to-day activities of inventory control.The Specialist is part of the production planning team, determining requirements for each customer Order. For the Parts sales business the Inventory Specialist oversees the timely shipment of parts to customers.Warehouse and Inventory Management are a key part of this role. Efficient and effective management of inventory, coordinating appropriate stock levels with purchasing. Managing an effective and efficient Parts team is a critical part of company’s success and one that minimizes unnecessary cost of inventories, while mitigating out-of-stock situations.Responsibilities include but not limited to:1. Manage Parts team and ensure all parts are picked, kitted, and delivered to production on time2. Coordinate the move of material and equipment to and from racking torequired production areas3. Accountable for the timely release of shipments from quarantine to the floor4. Manage cycle counts to ensure inventory levels are as needed, reporting any required adjustments on re-order levels5. Manage Kanban of In-House manufactured items6. Ensure MRP software is kept updated on Location, On Hand quantities andthe like7. Develop and implement Cycle Counts in line with FIFO manufacturing process8. Train Parts team on warehousing processes and usage of safe equipment9. Accountable for the shipment of Parts sales to customers within theestablished target of 48 hours10. Develop loss mitigation processes11. Coordinate with Purchasing on the resolution of overages, shortages,damaged or incorrect shipments12. Labelling and bar code scanning of inventory13. Maintain, update, and improve Inventory operating processes to increaseefficiency, and train Parts team14. Work with other teams including Sales, Production, Quality and Purchasing15. Report to management and advise on process improvements16. Other Duties as assignedATTRIBUTES: Skills/Abilities:▪ Exceptional organizational skills▪ Self-starter and self-motivated▪ Keen eye to details and processes▪ Plans and acts when appropriate▪ Builds and maintains collaborative and constructive working relationships(internally and externally)▪ Effective at Leading People▪ Communicates effectively with all business partners▪ Customer service oriented▪ Demonstrates clear and respectful communication skills in all situations▪ Understands key processes and systems within the organization related to their workflow▪ Ensures workflow is conducted efficiently while consistently seeking ways to improve outcomes and enhance results▪ Well-developed communications skills▪ Knowledge of ERP/MRP system▪ Solid business knowledge relating to the Work Truck BusinessRELEVANT EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION:Job Knowledge or Work Experience:▪ 5+ years’ experience in a Materials Management or Inventory Control role▪ Knowledge of all tools required (e.g. project databases, MRP, CRM’s and other tools that may be required)▪ Working knowledge of Customs compliance▪ Strong knowledge of parts and warehouse processes▪ Solid knowledge and understanding of all product lines▪ Ability to listen and communicate concisely and effectively▪ Strong business sense and industry expertiseEducation:▪ Designations/licences in technical trades an asset▪ Yellow or Black belt and/or Six Sigma training/designation an assetPHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS:▪ Forklift training▪ Working in a production/shop environment▪ Occasional lifting required▪ Wears all required PPE▪ Regular exposure to noise/temperature and/or adverse weather conditions/workoutside▪ Regular working schedule, day shiftADDITIONAL JOB REQUIREMENTS:▪ May be required to work outside of normal working days and hours