Inventory Planner

Acheson, AB
On-site
Posted Nov 7, 2026
1 position

$62,000–$75,000 / year

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Employment type: Full-time
Minimum education: Bachelor’s degree
Posting language: English

Job summary

The Inventory Planner is responsible for optimizing inventory levels to balance customer service objectives with investment goals. They will monitor inventory performance, manage surplus or obsolete stock, and collaborate with branch leadership to support market requirements.

Job details

The Opportunity The Inventory Planner will be responsible for Product Inventory levels sufficient to promote sales efforts & customer requirements; according to the corporate inventory guidelines, policies, procedures & inventory savings strategies. Responsibilities also include developing expertise and generating supporting materials such as parts stocking lists for specific product categories. The Role * Optimize inventory stocking levels (inventory turns, obsolete inventory) to meet customer service objectives (in stocks). * Accountable for creating and maintaining inventory plans that balance the needs of customer service and investment dollars. * Collaboration with Branch Leadership to ensure customer/market requirements are properly reflected and supported in inventory investments. * Monitor inventory performance identifying non productive inventory (surplus or obsolescence) and arranging redeployment and/or disposition. * Develop parts stocking lists and build stocking recommendations for various product categories to support growth. * Monitor performance of consignment, dedicated and contract inventory and recommend adjustments to customers and sales teams. * Support and prepare daily cycle counts and the annual physical inventory process. * Review and analyze vendor rationalization, cost savings & product duplications. * Handle and respond to inquiries from Operations, sales, suppliers and branches. Extracting data and analyzing information to assist in decision making. * Award-Winning Health and Wellness Program The Candidate * Bilingual: English/French * Education: University degree in Business, Engineering or Operations Management/Logistics * Work Experience: Minimum 3 years years experience in Supply Chain or Operations procurement environments required. * Knowledge: Bilingual (English and French). Strong working knowledge of inventory control practices & processes and Integrated Supply Chain concepts. Lean and Continuous improvement experience is an asset. General knowledge of industrial goods and equipment. * Proficiency: Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Advanced Excel, Word and PowerPoint. Microsoft Access. Well developed analytic and interpretive skills required. The Company Since 1858, Wajax has been a leading industrial products and solutions provider continually innovating to serve Canadian industry coast-to-coast. We work in an extensive range of industries and core sectors of the Canadian economy including energy and renewables, food and beverage, construction, industrial/commercial, transportation, forestry, mining, metal processing, and oil and gas – to name a few. Everything we do is powered by people passionate about making a difference and who are dedicated to driving Canadian industry forward. People who provide the experience and expertise that support the industries that build our cities, power our businesses, put a roof over our heads and food on our tables. Wajax offers a total compensation package that includes competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, learning and development, as well as some unique additional “perks.” Highlights include: * Competitive health and dental benefits with no waiting period for eligibility (100% employer paid premiums), plus health spending account. * Wajax led e-learning, and product training through industry leading manufacturers. * Exclusive discounts with a variety of manufacturers and service providers such as Ford, GM, Chrysler, Dell, TELUS, a group mortgage, home & auto insurance program, pet insurance, footwear & workwear, fitness membership, perkopolis, and more. * Recognition program where points are earned for merchandise or gift certificates, plus cash awards. * Award-Winning Health and Wellness Program. By working with Wajax, you become part of an inclusive and diverse team that is dedicated to innovation and teamwork. We are committed to employing a workforce that is representative of the diverse communities across Canada in which we do business. As an equal opportunity employer, please inform us if any accommodation is required if contacted for an interview. Compensation Salary $62,000-$75,000 per annum. Pay may vary based on skills, expertise, and performance, and is a component of the total rewards package. This is a current replacement vacancy. Wajax does not use AI powered recruitment processes. As a condition of employment, final candidates will be subject to pre-screening. \\ Together we get more done.

What you’ll do

Requirements

Candidates must have a university degree in Business, Engineering, or Operations Management and at least 3 years of experience in supply chain or procurement. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and bilingualism in English and French are required.