The Inventory Process Lead combines data analytics, inventory operations, and financial alignment to support enterprise inventory accuracy. Reporting to the Manager, Inventory Control, the role serves as a key bridge between Operations, Reporting, and Accounting, leveraging system knowledge and analytical capabilities to deliver insights, support critical reporting, and investigate inventory-related issues.ResponsibilitiesDevelop and maintain SQL-based reporting and data extraction across all business units (CTR, FGL, Mark’s, SportChek).Produce recurring and ad hoc reports to support inventory analysis, investigations, audit requests, and alignment of inventory to the GL.Build and maintain datasets and support database creation for operational monitoring and analysis.Analyze trends, identify discrepancies, and provide insights to support business decision‑making.Support execution of ~600+ store counts across banners.Manage relationship with the third‑party count contract, tracking and monitoring count budgets, invoice validation, contract/rate verification, and accrual calculations.Support the RYICC (Rolling Year Inventory Cycle Count) program, including count accuracy and coverage tracking, and regular report preparation to the VP of Accounting and Operations.Monitor count performance and investigate discrepancies to support inventory accuracy.Support system implementations and enhancements, including UAT, data validation, and reconciliation.Provide data support for cross‑functional inventory projects.Respond to inventory inquiries across systems (AOM, IMS, PMM).Investigate inventory discrepancies, identify root causes, and partner with Accounting, IT,



and Operations to resolve.Participate or lead a variety of ad hoc projects as assigned by the Manager.QualificationsUniversity degree in Accounting, Finance, Supply Chain, or a related field.Strong analytical skills with a data‑driven mindset and attention to detail.Advanced experience with SQL, data extraction, and large dataset analysis.Solid Excel skills (pivot tables, Power Query, data modeling).Experience working with inventory and warehouse systems (e.G., DCCS, IMS, PMM, WMOS).Ability to translate data into actionable insights for Operations and Accounting stakeholders.Strong problem‑solving, investigation, and critical thinking skills.Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced, cross‑functional environment.Strong communication skills with the ability to collaborate across Finance, Operations, and IT.Compensation & BenefitsBroadband salary range: CAD 53,000.00 – 88,000.00 per annum. Typical hiring range is between CAD 65,000.00 – 85,000.00 per annum. Salary decisions are also dependent on experience, job‑related knowledge, skills, competencies, market location, industry benchmarks, internal equity, and other role‑specific requirements.Benefits include career growth opportunities and product discounts.Equal Employment Opportunity StatementWe are committed to fostering an environment where belonging thrives, and diversity, inclusion, and equity are infused into everything we do. We believe in building an organizational culture where people are consistently treated with dignity while respecting individual religion, nationality, gender, race, age, perceived ability, spoken language, sexual orientation, and identification. We welcome and encourage candidates from equity‑seeking groups.#J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Senior Inventory Analyst - C$53,000 - C$88,000 A Year (Winnipeg)
🏢 Canadian Tire Corporation
📍 Winnipeg