About the role
Job Description Reporting to the Director of Supply Management, you will play a key role in managing the purchasing of goods for stores and distribution centers. You are responsible for maintaining optimal inventory levels to support operations and meet financial objectives
Your Responsibilities Will Be To
- Place replenishment purchase orders with suppliers based on system-generated requirements or manual analysis when required
- Ensure optimal inventory levels to meet service level objectives while aligning with financial targets (turnover, coverage and obsolescence)
- Monitor open orders and proactively follow up with suppliers to resolve late deliveries impacting service level.
- Analyze exception reports to apply correction on sales forecast and some replenishment parameters.
- Maintain parameters in the replenishment system.
- Communicate regularly with market manager responsible for strategic relationship with suppliers to ensure alignment on stock availability, projects and specific action related to suppliers
- Maintain strong relationship and good communication with operation managers of DC and corporate stores.
Requirements To join our team, you need, among other things:
- Degree in supply chain, mathematics, administration or other relevant field with minimum two (2) years’ experience in a similar role.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills in French and English. As part of your duties, you will routinely collaborate with internal customers across Canada.
- Strong knowledge of Excel and ERP systems.
- Ability to perform under pressure, autonomy and strong working organization.
About The Division Our head office is full of opportunities for professionals from a variety of sectors: information technology, human resources, accounting, sales and marketing, and distribution. If you would like to support our operational teams, take part in mapping the company’s course, or have an impact on the company’s future, a job at our head office or one of our regional offices is perfect for you!
About UAP Inc.
UAP is the Canadian leader in the distribution and merchandising of parts and accessories for cars, trucks and heavy vehicles. We employ more than 5,000 individuals who work hard every day to build a recognized and reputable company.
UAP is a member of the Genuine Parts Company (GPC) family, an international service organization engaged in the distribution of automotive and industrial replacement parts. The Company serves numerous customers in various sectors and has approximately 55,000 employees.
Two divisions, one priority—excellence With outlets across Canada, UAP is organized into two main divisions: • The Auto Parts Division, which is mainly involved in the sale, distribution and marketing of replacement parts and supplies for cars and light trucks • The Heavy Vehicle Parts Division, which caters mainly to the needs of the trucking and construction sectors, as well as the mining and forest industries
About the role
Job Description Reporting to the Director of Supply Management, you will play a key role in managing the purchasing of goods for stores and distribution centers. You are responsible for maintaining optimal inventory levels to support operations and meet financial objectives
Your Responsibilities Will Be To
- Place replenishment purchase orders with suppliers based on system-generated requirements or manual analysis when required
- Ensure optimal inventory levels to meet service level objectives while aligning with financial targets (turnover, coverage and obsolescence)
- Monitor open orders and proactively follow up with suppliers to resolve late deliveries impacting service level.
- Analyze exception reports to apply correction on sales forecast and some replenishment parameters.
- Maintain parameters in the replenishment system.
- Communicate regularly with market manager responsible for strategic relationship with suppliers to ensure alignment on stock availability, projects and specific action related to suppliers
- Maintain strong relationship and good communication with operation managers of DC and corporate stores.
Requirements To join our team, you need, among other things:
- Degree in supply chain, mathematics, administration or other relevant field with minimum two (2) years’ experience in a similar role.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills in French and English. As part of your duties, you will routinely collaborate with internal customers across Canada.
- Strong knowledge of Excel and ERP systems.
- Ability to perform under pressure, autonomy and strong working organization.
About The Division Our head office is full of opportunities for professionals from a variety of sectors: information technology, human resources, accounting, sales and marketing, and distribution. If you would like to support our operational teams, take part in mapping the company’s course, or have an impact on the company’s future, a job at our head office or one of our regional offices is perfect for you!
About UAP Inc.
UAP is the Canadian leader in the distribution and merchandising of parts and accessories for cars, trucks and heavy vehicles. We employ more than 5,000 individuals who work hard every day to build a recognized and reputable company.
UAP is a member of the Genuine Parts Company (GPC) family, an international service organization engaged in the distribution of automotive and industrial replacement parts. The Company serves numerous customers in various sectors and has approximately 55,000 employees.
Two divisions, one priority—excellence With outlets across Canada, UAP is organized into two main divisions: • The Auto Parts Division, which is mainly involved in the sale, distribution and marketing of replacement parts and supplies for cars and light trucks • The Heavy Vehicle Parts Division, which caters mainly to the needs of the trucking and construction sectors, as well as the mining and forest industries