Inventory Specialist

Job Title: Inventory Specialist

Job Summary:

Inventory Specialist is responsible for managing and maintaining the cycle count program across the Salford, Norwich, and Cornelia locations to ensure inventory accuracy and compliance with company standards.

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Responsibility:

• Develop, maintain, and execute the annual cycle count program for Salford, Norwich, and Cornelia locations to ensure inventory is counted according to established schedules and company standards. 

• Review inventory classifications annually and update the cycle count program to ensure all inventory items are appropriately included based on frequency and risk requirements. 

• Add newly activated part numbers to the cycle count schedule on a regular basis and ensure they are incorporated into inventory accuracy monitoring activities. 

• Facilitate weekly inventory review meetings with site cycle counters to assess count results, discuss discrepancies, and prioritize corrective actions. 

• Conduct detailed investigations into inventory variances, identify root causes, and partner with cross-functional teams to implement sustainable solutions that improve inventory accuracy. 

• Monitor inventory accuracy performance across all locations and proactively escalate inventory categories that fall below target thresholds to management. 

• Upload and maintain cycle count results within corporate inventory tracking systems, ensuring information is accurate, complete, and submitted within required timelines. 

• Provide hands-on support for cycle counting activities, including travel between Salford and Norwich, as required to support workload demands and inventory growth. 

• Analyze inventory accuracy trends and performance metrics, recommending process improvements that strengthen inventory control and warehouse operations. 

• Maintain detailed records of inventory discrepancies, investigations, corrective actions, and performance results to support reporting, audits, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Academic/Educational Requirements:

• Post-secondary education in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Operations Management, Business Administration, or a related field.

Required Skills/Experience:

• Minimum 2-3 years of experience in inventory control, warehouse operations, cycle counting, or inventory management.

• Strong knowledge of inventory control principles, cycle counting, and inventory accuracy processes. 

• Proven ability to analyze inventory variances, identify root causes, and implement effective corrective actions. 

• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and attention-to-detail skills. 

• Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines. 

• Effective communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with cross-functional teams and multiple site locations. 

• Ability to interpret inventory data, trends, and performance metrics to support decision-making. 

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel, Outlook, and inventory reporting systems. 

• Knowledge of warehouse operations, material flow, and inventory best practices.

• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and as part of a team. 

• Flexibility to travel between locations and provide hands-on support for inventory-related activities as required.

What Linamar Has to Offer:

• Competitive Compensation

• Employee Benefits package includes but not limited to, Drug, Dental & Vision etc. 

• Opportunities for career advancement.

• Sustainability Council

• Community based outreach supporting both local and global initiatives and charities. 

• Discounts for local vendors and events, including auto supplier discounts.

About Us:

At Salford Group, a Linamar Company, we are industry leaders in agricultural equipment innovation, committed to advancing farming practices through precision technology. With a focus on quality, sustainability, and customer success, we cultivate a collaborative work environment where employees can grow and make a global impact

Linamar is committed to promoting accessible recruitment as outlined in the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act.  Linamar will attempt to accommodate persons with a disability in an appropriate and effective manner throughout all stages of the recruitment process.  Accommodations will be provided upon request.