We are seeking an experienced and results-driven Supply Chain Team Lead to oversee domestic inventory replenishment activities across our distribution network. This role is responsible for ensuring optimal inventory availability while balancing service levels, inventory investment, and operational efficiency.

The successful candidate will lead inventory planning processes, coordinate with suppliers and internal stakeholders, and provide day-to-day guidance to inventory analysts.

Key Responsibilities

Inventory Replenishment

- Manage domestic replenishment activities to ensure product availability and maintain target inventory levels.
- Monitor inventory performance, stock availability, backorders, forecast accuracy, and fill rates.
- Develop and execute replenishment strategies based on demand forecasts, sales trends, seasonality, and inventory policies.
- Review and maintain reorder points, safety stock levels, and planning parameters.

Supplier Management

- Coordinate with domestic suppliers to manage purchase orders, delivery schedules, and inventory requirements.
- Track supplier performance and proactively address supply disruptions or service issues.
- Collaborate with suppliers to improve lead times, service levels, and inventory optimization.

Team Leadership

- Provide leadership, coaching, and support to inventory analyst.
- Establish team objectives and monitor performance against key metrics.
- Foster a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and cross-functional collaboration.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

- Work closely with Sales, Operations, Warehouse, Procurement, and Customer Service teams.
- Support product launches, promotions, and inventory transitions.




- Lead inventory review meetings and communicate supply risks and mitigation plans.

Reporting & Continuous Improvement

- Analyze inventory trends and develop actionable recommendations.
- Prepare reports and dashboards on inventory health, supplier performance, service levels, and replenishment effectiveness.
- Identify opportunities to improve planning processes, reduce excess inventory, and minimize stockouts.
- Support ERP and inventory management system enhancements.

Qualifications

- Post-secondary education in Supply Chain Management, Business, Logistics, or a related field.
- Minimum 3 years of inventory planning, replenishment, purchasing, or supply chain experience.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, and data analysis.
- Experience working with ERP systems and inventory management platforms.
- Excellent communication and organizational skills.
- CPIM, CSCP, SCMP, or related supply chain certification is considered an asset
- Experience in wholesale distribution, consumer products, food service, or retail distribution environments.
- Power BI reporting experience.
- Knowledge of demand planning and inventory optimization methodologies.
- Previous experience leading or supervising a team.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted

Job Types: Full time, Permanent

Pay: $42,000.00-$55,000.00 per year

Benefits:

- Casual dress
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Vision care

Experience:

- product Inventory Control & Replenishment: 3 years (required)

Work Location: In person

📌 Supply Chain Team Lead (Mississauga)
🏢 Important Group
📍 Mississauga