Inventory Manager

This role is a key resource supporting our BMO/CIBC accounts, with a primary focus on inventory management for SDWAN/SDA Utility and BTCV 1.1 and 2.0 solutions. 

• Lead the development of business cases to support inventory and solution requirements
• Initiate and manage purchase order (PO) requests for additional equipment
• Collaborate with DSA teams and Engineering to develop accurate inventory projections
• Partner with Progistix to oversee the receipt, tracking, and lifecycle management of equipment, including new, reusable, refurbished, and decommissioned assets
• Utilize provided job aids to ensure consistency and efficiency across processes

• University or college degree in engineering, computer sciences, Business, mathematics or relevant experience in an equivalent domain
• Excellent communication skills in English
• 4+ years of experience in Inventory Management, Supply Chain, Procurement, or Operations.
• Experience managing inventory planning, forecasting, and stock control.
• Experience supporting IT/Telecom projects (preferred, especially network equipment).

Technical Skills

• Inventory management and lifecycle management.
• Demand forecasting and inventory planning.
• Purchase Order (PO) management.
• Procurement and supplier/vendor management.
• Budgeting and business case preparation.
• Inventory reporting and data analysis.
• Advanced Excel (mandatory).
• Experience with inventory management tools/ERP systems (SAP or similar is an asset).
• Dashboard and reporting skills.

Business Skills

• Ability to develop business cases.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Experience identifying process gaps and implementing improvements.
• Ability to optimize inventory levels and reduce costs.
• Experience reconciling inventory discrepancies.