Manager, Inventory Management (Contract)

Job Description

<p><h3>Manager, Inventory Management (Contract)</h3><p>Join to apply for the <b>Manager, Inventory Management (Contract)</b> role at <b>Walmart Connect Canada</b></p><p>Position Summary...<br/>The Manager, Inventory Management oversees demand planning and supply chain optimization to ensure efficient and cost-effective inventory levels, supporting business growth and operational targets.</p><p>What you'll do...<br/>This position also focuses on demand planning, analyzing factors that impact customer demand, and adjusting forecasting models based on trends. The Manager collaborates with key stakeholders to align demand forecasts with business plans, aiming to reduce forecast errors and improve inventory accuracy.</p><p>The role includes evaluating historical data, market trends, and promotions to develop accurate forecasts and achieve working capital targets. This role leverages AI, predictive analytics and real time data to support decision making and customer experience.</p><p>Additionally, the Manager leads supply chain optimization initiatives, conducting detailed analytical studies and managing cross-functional projects from inception to operational ownership. The role involves strong communication skills, managing complex feedback, and fostering relationships with internal and external stakeholders to drive collaborative improvements.</p><p><b>Leadership Expectations</b><br/>Respect the Individual: Demonstrates and encourages respect for others; drives a positive associate and customer experience for all; embraces differences in people, cultures, ideas, and experiences.</p><p><b>Acts With Integrity</b><br/>Maintains and promotes the highest standards of integrity, ethics and compliance; models the Walmart values and leads by example to foster our culture.</p><p><b>Serve Our Customers</b><br/>Delivers results while putting the customer first and applying an omni-merchant mindset and acts with an Every Day Low Cost mindset to drive value and Every Day Low Prices for customers.</p><p><b>Strive For Excellence</b><br/>Consistently raises the bar and seeks to improve; demonstrates curiosity and a growth mindset; seeks feedback, asks thoughtful questions.</p><p><b>Qualifications</b><br/></p><ul><li>Bachelor's Degree (SCM, Business Admin, Economics and Engineering), Masters or Supply Chain certification (APICS, CPIM, or CSCP) are an assets</li><li>3-5 years relatable experience (e.g., retail, manufacturing, FMCG) with experience in demand planning, forecasting, or supply chain roles</li><li>Experience with S&OP processes and cross-functional collaboration</li><li>Demonstrated comfort in utilizing artificial intelligence (AI) tools and technologies to enhance productivity and decision-making.</li></ul><p>Walmart will accommodate the disability-related needs of applicants and associates as required by law.</p><p><b>Primary Location</b><br/>1940 Argentia Rd, Mississauga, ON L5N 1P9, Canada</p></p>
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