About Avron:
Avron is a leading childcare supplier that provides an all-in-one solution to childcares throughout Canada. We specialize in food, disposables, arts & crafts, cleaning supplies, furniture, and more, delivering everything childcares need with a seamless, reliable experience. What sets Avron apart is that we are the only supplier who delivers across all essential categories to our childcare partners. Our white-glove delivery service ensures that products go from our trucks directly to your fridge or storage.
Job Overview:
As the Inventory Manager at Avron, you will be responsible for overseeing night-shift inventory operations. This is a sole contributor position; you will be expected to operate independently without a team or supervision. Your duties include ensuring that stock levels are accurate, adjusting in the ERP system, and resolving discrepancies. This role involves forklift operation, auditing, and producing inventory reports to maintain high standards of inventory accuracy. The ideal candidate will be comfortable working the night shift (10:00 p.m. to 6:30 a.m.) and managing high volumes of SKU counts each night. Inventory is in a warehouse as well as an ambient cooler and freezer environment, and the Inventory Manager will be required to count in all locations.
Key Responsibilities:
SKU Counting:

• Manage and accurately count a minimum of 100 SKUs during each night shift to ensure stock levels match ERP counts.
• Implement inventory control procedures to minimize discrepancies.

ERP Inventory Adjustments:

• Accurately enter and adjust stock levels in Avron’s ERP system as soon as discrepancies or changes are identified.

Forklift Operations:

• Safely operate forklifts to move and count inventory and then shrink wrap and put-away

Inventory Audits & Investigations:

• Conduct thorough investigations into inventory discrepancies, collaborating with the Warehouse and Purchasing teams to identify and resolve issues.

• Run audits to ensure the accuracy of the physical inventory and ERP system records.

Reporting & Documentation:

• Generate detailed inventory reports on stock counts, discrepancies, and system adjustments.
• Work closely with the Warehouse Manager to produce audit reports and provide recommendations for process improvements.

Qualifications:

• Experience: 3-5 years in an inventory management role within a fast-paced warehouse environment.
• Forklift License: Must hold a valid forklift certification with substantial experience operating forklifts.
• ERP Experience: Proficiency with ERP systems and inventory management software.
• Attention to Detail: Strong accuracy in managing inventory counts, data entry, and resolving discrepancies.
• Physical Requirements: Ability to lift to 50lbs, operate a forklift, and work night shifts consistently.

Why Work at Avron?

• Impact: Help ensure accurate inventory management for a company that is essential to childcare centres across Canada.
• Team Environment: Join a collaborative and dynamic team dedicated to operational excellence.
• Night-Shift Flexibility: Enjoy the stability of a full-time night shift role.

Shift Time : 10:00pm - 6:30am * candidate must be available for this shift
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: $60,000.00-$70,000.00 per year
Benefits:

• Dental care
• Extended health care
• Vision care

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Night shift
• No weekends

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Concord, ON: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Application question(s):

• Will you be available for the shift timings?

Experience:

• ERP systems: 1 year (required)
• Inventory management: 3 years (required)

Licence/Certification:

• Forklift Licence (required)

Work Location: In person