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Inventory Control Analyst
Winnipeg, MB · Accounting/FinanceStatus: Regular Full-Time
In your role as the Inventory Control Analyst at The North West Company (TNWC); you will be managing store central receiving, supporting stores by performing inventory counts, preparing inventory count packages, and reviewing inventories to validate results. You will serve as a liaison between Finance and Operations departments, with the opportunity to collaborate across the organization. If you are seeking hands-on experience collaborating with stores and finance departments on inventory-related matters, this opportunity is an excellent fit for you!
Joining TNWC gives you the opportunity for growth and development throughout the company, a competitive salary and benefits package, and to be part of a dynamic and diverse culture.
TNWC is a leading retailer to under-served rural communities and urban neighborhood markets in the following regions: Northern Canada, Western Canada, rural Alaska, the South Pacific islands, and the Caribbean. Our stores offer a broad range of products and services with an emphasis on food. Our value offer is to be the best local shopping choice for everyday household and local lifestyle needs. Check out northwest.ca for more information.
Your Role:
Desired Skills & Abilities:
Location: Gibraltar House, 77 Main Street, Winnipeg, MB
Reports To: Manager, Inventory Control
Application Deadline: Thursday, April 3rd, 2025 at 4:00 PM CT
We create a collaborative and constructive culture by:
• Being Enterprising • Committing to our Customer • Working with Passion • Leading and Developing Others • Demonstrating Respect and Inclusivity • Building Trust
The North West Company is committed to inclusion and diversity and encourages applications from all candidates including but not limited to: all religions and ethnicities, LGBTQ2s+, BIPOC, and persons with disabilities.
A competitive salary is being offered along with opportunities to learn, develop and advance throughout the organization. We thank all applicants for their interest; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
This is an active job opening for a position that is currently available and we are actively seeking to fill.
For Internal Applicants Only:
Salary Grade: C0R006
NOTE: Prior to applying, an internal employee MUST obtain a written endorsement email from their current Manager or Manager – once – removed and provide this to the recruitment team before they can be considered for opportunities. This position adheres to the Corporate Job Posting Guidelines.
In your role as the Inventory Control Analyst at The North West Company (TNWC); you will be managing store central receiving, supporting stores by performing inventory counts, preparing inventory count packages, and reviewing inventories to validate results. You will serve as a liaison between Finance and Operations departments, with the opportunity to collaborate across the organization. If you are seeking hands-on experience collaborating with stores and finance departments on inventory-related matters, this opportunity is an excellent fit for you!
Joining TNWC gives you the opportunity for growth and development throughout the company, a competitive salary and benefits package, and to be part of a dynamic and diverse culture.
TNWC is a leading retailer to under-served rural communities and urban neighborhood markets in the following regions: Northern Canada, Western Canada, rural Alaska, the South Pacific islands, and the Caribbean. Our stores offer a broad range of products and services with an emphasis on food. Our value offer is to be the best local shopping choice for everyday household and local lifestyle needs. Check out northwest.ca for more information.
Your Role:
- Collaborate with the inventory team to enhance operational efficiency and streamline processes.
- Proactively identify deficiencies in inventory management processes and recommend improvements.
- Train new employees on inventory control processes and best practices, while providing coverage for staff absences and vacations to ensure continuity of operations.
- Assis in the review of inventory counts, including identifying and following up on irregularities.
- Supporting the merchandising team with costing and casepack issues.
- Support by leveraging knowledge from hands on experience and connections within the organization.
- Provide training and guidance to stores on proper receiving techniques and compliance with Nutrition North policies.
- Ensure accurate inventory management by reviewing food and general merchandise Central Receiving documents, verifying store compliance with Central Receiving policies, and addressing any discrepancies.
- Communicate with stores regarding the receipt of weekly receiving registers and follow up on missing packing slips, claims, and document clarifications related to inventory results.
- Follow up with the relevant stakeholders to resolve variances.
Desired Skills & Abilities:
- Post-secondary education in a related field.
- Supervisory experience in retail and/or warehouse settings.
- Hands-on experience in a retail environment, with the ability to perform physical inventory counts and implement best practices.
- Strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to address a wide range of inventory-related issues in store operations.
- Strong accounting knowledge, with experience in record-keeping and/or bookkeeping.
- Experience in assisting retail stores with receiving, inventory write-offs, inventory count execution, and resolving inventory count procedure queries.
- Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Office with a focus on Excel.
- Willingness and ability to travel to northern stores as required.
Location: Gibraltar House, 77 Main Street, Winnipeg, MB
Reports To: Manager, Inventory Control
Application Deadline: Thursday, April 3rd, 2025 at 4:00 PM CT
We create a collaborative and constructive culture by:
• Being Enterprising • Committing to our Customer • Working with Passion • Leading and Developing Others • Demonstrating Respect and Inclusivity • Building Trust
The North West Company is committed to inclusion and diversity and encourages applications from all candidates including but not limited to: all religions and ethnicities, LGBTQ2s+, BIPOC, and persons with disabilities.
A competitive salary is being offered along with opportunities to learn, develop and advance throughout the organization. We thank all applicants for their interest; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
This is an active job opening for a position that is currently available and we are actively seeking to fill.
For Internal Applicants Only:
Salary Grade: C0R006
NOTE: Prior to applying, an internal employee MUST obtain a written endorsement email from their current Manager or Manager – once – removed and provide this to the recruitment team before they can be considered for opportunities. This position adheres to the Corporate Job Posting Guidelines.