Sr. Inventory Planner

Position Summary Parker Canada has an opening for an Sr. Inventory Planner to join our Supply Chain Team based in Milton, Ontario. This position will be reporting to the Division Sourcing & Procurement Manager. Hiring Range - $70,000 to $90,000 Work Schedule - 4 days in person / 1 day remote Responsibilities Plan inventory levels across 2 locations for parts from assigned vendors and maintain master data such as lead time, minimum order quantities, box quantities and purchase price to ensure that planning levels are accurate. Order parts from assigned vendors and manage assigned vendor performance to maintain planned inventory levels and to meet customer expectations for unplanned demands (including rush orders, orders for slow moving parts, and other special circumstances). Co-ordinate deliveries with vendors, customer service and logistics and communicate part availability status and latest delivery information to Customer Service using various systems and tools. Manage slow moving inventory from assigned vendors and work with cross functional teams to minimize aging inventory using various strategies (returns, reconfigurations, sales, etc) Review and update governance reports to ensure that all target metrics are being met. Resolve in-transit and inventory accuracy discrepancies. Process stock transfers between plants as required. Investigate Non-Conformances and co-ordinate resolutions with other cross-functional teams. Collaborate and Interface with all plant and division functions including business units, engineering, operations, sales and marketing. Identify, develop, and execute cost and inventory reduction initiatives aligned to Divisional plans. Effectively utilize team boards to drive department metrics. Participate in Lean activities. Lead supplier collaboration meetings with key internal/external stake holders Participate in daily production meetings; to review due dates/shipping dates, response time for backlogged purchase orders, inquiries, shipping/receiving and production order set-up. Perform other duties as assigned. Qualifications University degree in Business or Engineering (Supply Chain/Operations focus/minor preferred) CSCP, CPIM, CPSM designation or equivalent preferred or in progress Member of the Association for Supply Chain Management (APICS) preferred 5-7 years of Inventory Planning / Vendor Management Must have a deep understanding of MRP concepts and supply chain management. Knowledge of manufacturing operations related to medium manufacturing setting Knowledge of lean and quality concepts Knowledge of systems for purchasing and inventory control Proven ability to read and interpret engineering drawings Advanced computer skills – Access, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills Superior follow up and organizational skills Ability to stay adaptable and maintain commitments Ability to work independently, with minimum direction Ability to prioritize, take ownership, problem solve and be proactive while working in a team environment and providing excellent customer service

The role involves planning inventory levels across two locations, managing vendor performance, and coordinating deliveries to meet customer demands. Additionally, the position focuses on reducing slow-moving inventory and executing cost-reduction initiatives through Lean activities.

Candidates must have a university degree in Business or Engineering and 5-7 years of experience in inventory planning or vendor management. Deep knowledge of MRP concepts, lean principles, and advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office tools are required.

• Problem solvingPreferred
• Supply chain managementPreferred
• Microsoft ExcelPreferred

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Inventory Planning
• Vendor Management
• MRP
• Supply Chain Management
• Lean Manufacturing
• Engineering Drawing Interpretation
• Microsoft Excel
• Microsoft Access
• Microsoft PowerPoint
• Inventory Control
• Cost Reduction
• Cross-functional Collaboration
• Data Management
• Procurement
• Logistics Coordination
• Problem Solving

• Logistics
• Manufacturing
• Management & Leadership
• Engineering
• Data & Analytics

Minimum education

Professional degree

Minimum experience

5+ years

Apply by

Sep 25, 2026

Posting language

English

Working hours

40 hours per week

Office presence

4 days per week

Seniority

Not Applicable