Inventory Manager

Schedule/Location of Work:

We are currently hiring for Day Shift Position with a consistent, work-life-friendly schedule:
8 Hour Shift - Monday to Friday
8:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Based at our facility in Rosenort, MB (just 35 minutes south of Winnipeg)

ABOUT K.A. GROUP

The K.A. Group is a global leader in the design, manufacture, and distribution of earthmoving scrapers and accessories for the construction, mining, and agricultural industries. The Group is composed of three brands, namely K-Tec, Ashland, and Metalcraft, with the brands’ products being differentiated by size, target markets, and the technologies offered. Headquartered in **Rosenort,**Manitoba, just 35 min south of Winnipeg, K.A. Group also maintains a manufacturing warehouse facility in Wisconsin.

About the Role:

The inventory manager will be responsible for overseeing and optimizing inventory management at K-TEC. This role involves ensuring accurate inventory control, collaborating with teams to implement best practices, and supporting the integration and maintenance of inventory systems. The manager will drive efficiency, implement organizational standards, and support strong coordination between production planning and inventory operations.

key duties and responsibilities

• Oversee all inventory management activities
• Collaborate with inventory teams in Manitoba and Wisconsin to develop best inventory practices, SOP’s to be used at all facilities
• Support ERP/MRP improvement initiatives and ongoing maintenance
• Maintain, develop and implement inventory organizational standards
• Work closely with production planning team to ensure inventory is being created and consumed properly in ERP system
• Perform internal audits at all facilities to ensure SOP’s and standards are being followed
• Identify inventory specific KPI’s and present to management
• Facilitate and report on inventory counts
• Develop and implement cycle count schedules
• Develop inventory stocking plan
• Investigate and diagnose inventory consumption issues
• Reconcile inventory differences between physical stock and ERP data
• Manage shipping/receiving staff, providing direction on day-to-day activities
• Review and close incoming stock orders

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Good analytical skills, high level problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Leadership and team management skills
• High-level communication skills
• Experience working with inventory management software/ERP
• Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment with multiple priorities and tight deadlines
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel/Power BI

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

• 5+ years of inventory management or warehouse management experience
• Forklift/loader experience an asset
• Lean and Kaizen experience an asset

BENEFiTS/PERKS

Company Matched RRSP

• 2% after 3 months of employment
• 3% after 5 years of employment

Health Benefits

• Dental – 100% employer paid premium
• Health - 100% employer paid premium
• Basic Life (1x annual wage) - 100% employer paid premium
• AD&D - 100% employer paid
• Long Term Disability (LTD) – 100% employee paid premium

Safety Gear

• Safety Boot Reimbursement - $150 after 3 months or $300 every 2 years

Programs

• Employee Referral Program - $1,500 bonus potential (no limit)
• Continuing Education Program - $1,500 per year employee reimbursement
• Lunch Program – 50% to $10 maximum per meal subsidized by employer

Vacation and Overtime

• 9 STAT holidays plus 2 additional paid civic holidays
• Earn and Burn Vacation Accrual
• 1 week (40 hours) PTO per year (NEW)

Other

• Free in-house gym

Other Requirements:

• Must reside in Manitoba
• Possess a valid class 5 driver's license and reliable transportation
• Willingness to commute to our facility in Rosenort, Manitoba

Applicants who do not meet these requirements will not be considered

The final compensation range may vary above or below the posted band based on the candidate’s experience, qualifications, and overall alignment with the role requirements.
ONLY THOSE SELECTED FOR AN INTERVIEW WILL BE CONTACTED