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 & Perks

Salary: $70,000-$75,000 CAD

Health & dental benefits

RRSP matching

Paid time off (PTO)

Hybrid schedule (50% in-office, Brampton, ON)

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📌 Inventory Manager (Ontario)
🏢 Azelis Group
📍 Ontario