Inventory Manager Azelis Canada Brampton, ON | Hybrid (50% in-office) | Full-Time About the Role Azelis Canada is looking for an analytically-minded Inventory Manager to drive demand planning, forecasting, and inventory optimization for a portfolio of assigned suppliers. You'll analyze stock levels, demand trends, and lead times to guide purchasing decisions, then execute through PO management, supplier coordination, and ERP data accuracy — partnering closely with Product Managers and Sales to keep inventory lean, accurate, and aligned with customer demand. This is an individual contributor role with no direct reports. What You'll Do Demand Planning & Forecasting Generate and review replenishment IDs in Overdrive (OD) and use forecasting tools to guide purchasing decisions Maintain appropriate inventory levels based on Days Inventory Outstanding (DIO) for assigned suppliers Flag slow-moving, short-dated, expired, and obsolete stock early; communicate risk to Product Managers Collaborate with Sales and Product Managers to incorporate demand signals into forecasts Review and clean up OD data regularly to ensure forecasting accuracy Support monthly PM–IM planning meetings with Power BI/OD analysis (stocking strategy, overrides, slow movers, overstock, lead times) Track and report on KPIs including ETA performance and DIO Purchasing & PO Execution Enter, review, and maintain Purchase Orders in Chempax (ERP), using OD as the primary system of record Maintain accurate pricing/cost information and flag discrepancies to Product Managers Follow up on credit-hold/profit-hold issues and ensure timely Supplier Order Acknowledgements Supplier, Logistics & Receiving Coordination Coordinate with carriers and customs brokers for cost-effective, on-time delivery and clearance Process Inventory Receipts, CofAs, and pre-receiving documentation (accurate manufacture/expiry dates) in the ERP Monitor open PO and open order reports; maintain accurate ETAs and ship dates Customer & After-Sales Support Respond to CSR inquiries within 24 hours and maintain accurate delivery dates on all open orders Handle after-sales service including RMAs, non-conformities, and credit/debit memo resolution Act as the customer's champion across departments What You Bring 5–7 years of experience in supply chain, demand planning, or inventory analysis Strong analytical skills with hands-on experience in forecasting tools, DIO/inventory metrics, and ERP systems (Chempax or similar) Proficiency with Power BI or similar data analysis/reporting tools High attention to detail and comfort working with large data sets to drive decisions Strong communication skills to translate analysis into action across Sales, Product Management, and Suppliers Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment Degree in Supply Chain Management or related field is an asset Compensation & Benefits Salary: $70,000–$75,000 CAD Health & dental benefits RRSP matching Paid time off (PTO) Hybrid schedule (50% in-office, Brampton, ON) Azelis is a leading global innovation service provider in the specialty chemical and food ingredients industry, present in 63 countries across the globe with over 3,800 employees. Our knowledgeable teams of industry, market and technical experts are each dedicated to a specific market within Life Sciences and Industrial Chemicals. We offer a lateral value chain of complementary products to more than 59,000 customers, supported by +2,700 principal relationships, creating a turnover of €4.1 billion (2022). Azelis Group NV is listed on Euronext Brussels under ticker AZE. Across our extensive network of more than 60 application laboratories, our award-winning staff help develop formulations and provide technical guidance throughout the customers’ product development process. We combine a global market reach with a local footprint to offer a reliable, integrated, and unique digital service to local customers and attractive -business opportunities to principals. Top industry-rated by Sustainalytics, Azelis is a leader in sustainability. We believe in building and nurturing solid, honest and transparent relationships with our people and partners. Impact through ideas. Innovation through formulation. Azelis Americas is an equal opportunity workplace. Individuals seeking employment are considered without regards to age, ancestry, color, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, mental or physical disability, national origin, protected family care or medical leave status, race, religion (including beliefs and practices or the absence thereof), sexual orientation, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. You can view the EEOC Know Your Rights poster here. Azelis Americas’ U.S. entities participate in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. If E-Verify cannot confirm that you are authorized to work, Azelis is required to give you written instructions and an opportunity to contact Department of Homeland Security (DHS) or Social Security Administration (SSA) so you can begin to resolve the issue before the employer can take any action against you, including terminating your employment. Employers can only use E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the Form I-9. Azelis Americas is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans during our application process. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, contact us at [email protected].

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