Regional Supply Chain Specialist in Oakville, Ontario

Regional Supply Chain Specialist

Job Description

Would you like to work in an international, innovative organization, where we produce high-quality solutions and are constantly looking to enhance existing and develop new offerings? Are you eager to utilize your expertise in supply chain planning and take it to the next level?

Then we have an interesting position in Grundfos for you.

What is the job about?

Grundfos Canada is looking for a Regional Supply Chain Specialist for its CBS (Commercial Building Services) Americas Supply Chain team.

In this role, you will be responsible for DC (distribution center) Planning and Order Execution, evaluating and calculating optimal Finished Goods inventory level, managing and executing segmentation to secure right stock and availability, and acting as the primary Sales and Customer Service interface on delivery escalations.

You will report directly to the CBS Supply Chain Manager, Americas and will operate on a hybrid schedule out of our Oakville, ON office.

Your main responsibilities:

• Act as the primary interface between Sales, Customer Service (CSSC), and Production Planning. Handle escalations and support Americas sales growth.

• Execute and make sure that daily DC planning routines are performed.

• Handle order execution and escalations from sales/CSSC.

• Plan and execute segmentation according to group calendar and collaborate with sales and product management to achieve the right stock mix and increase the ratio of A and B products.

• Monitor and review DC inventory including follow up on excess, obsolete and slow-moving stock.

• Collaborate with sales/CSSC and plants to maintain the optimal Finished Goods inventory levels, increase inventory turns and reduce the past due order backlog.

• Manage SAP Master Data for CBS Ptype products where needed (ATP, MOQ, ROP etc.)

• Active participation in process improvement teams including Order-to-Delivery (OTD) and group process networks.

• Lead and train coworkers in responsibilities associated with the DC Planner role.

• Follow up that KPIs are on track and if not propose corrective actions.

Your background

We imagine that you have:

• A Bachelor’s Degree in a related field is preferred, or equivalent experience.

• Minimum 3+ years’ experience in a planning environment or in inventory control.

• Logistics knowledge a plus but not a requirement.

• Professional Certificate such as APICS /CPIM would be an advantage.

• Knowledge of planning and inventory management principles.

• Working knowledge of SAP (MM/PP) or similar ERP system.

• Deep knowledge of MS Excel.

• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively.

• Ability to problem solve complicated tasks in a timely manner.

• Good collaborator and stakeholder management skills.

• Highly energetic and execution focus.

• A good problem solver who wants to take the extra step for the customer.

• Strong internal motivation and comfort working in a highly matrixed environment with minimal day-to-day direction.

Please note that relocation for this position cannot be supported and qualified candidates must have the authorization to work in Canada without support.

What’s in it for you?

What are your goals? Here at Grundfos it’s our mission to help you develop and fulfil your ambitions, both career and personal. We areguided by oursix core values (https://www.grundfos.com/about-us/our-purpose-and-values) , and you’ll find that your fresh ideas will be welcomed and make a difference in everything from local to large-scale global projects. You’ll encounter colleagues from all over the world both as part of your daily work, supporting and all the while broadening each other’s cultural horizons.

In addition, your day-to-day benefits include:

• Flexible working hours; home office possibility and equipment; up to 3 days’ paid leave annually for volunteering

• Annual bonuses, parental support, internal well-being consultants and programmes, engaging team buildings

• Diverse, inclusive environment with employee-led forums offering colleagues a safe place to connect and share openly

• Long-term career development with regular dialogue, as well as continuous learning and development opportunities.

If this job sounds appealing, please send your resume and cover letter by clicking “Apply”.

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We look forward to hearing from you.

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Information at a Glance

Job Details

Application deadline: February 15, 2025

Workplace: Hybrid (office and home-working)

Job Location: Oakville, Ontario, Canada

Contract Type: Full-Time

Employment Type: Regular