Job Description

Leads the day to day activities of a team in support of the inventory planning and controls activities. Maintains control over the volume of raw materials, parts in process and/or finished products, in order to ensure pre-determined stock levels. Reviews daily audit reports to ensure correct ledger entries and works with planning to forecast future inventory needs. This is the most likely job to be associated with a plant level inventory control supervisor.University degree and 1 year suggested minimum experience, or 2 year degree and 6 years suggested minimum experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Join Silent-Aire — Powering the World’s Data Centers

Silent-Aire, a division of Johnson Controls, is a global leader in owner equipment manufacturing (OEM) dedicated to providing custom solutions for data center customers. Our product line includes large-scale equipment such as air handling units and modular data centers. We pride ourselves on innovation, quality, and delivering tailored solutions to meet our clients' unique needs.

We currently operate manufacturing facilities in:

• Edmonton

• Sherwood Park

• Nisku

We offer multiple shift options to fit your lifestyle:

• Rotating Day Shift (Continental)

• Monday to Thursday – Night Shift

• Weekend Night Shift (Friday, Saturday, and Sunday)

This is Day Shift position.

What you will do

Supporting our Data Center Solutions (DCS)/Silent-Aire group, you will oversee a team of inventory, picking, tool crib, handlers, and shipping/receiving. You will be responsible for managing the team that fulfills production orders, receives and ships material, and transacts in the ERP system.

How you will do it

• Perform regular data analysis to predict potential inventory issues and develop mitigation strategies while fostering an outstanding organizational and problem-solving skills to address inventory-related challenges efficiently.

• Manage employee scheduling, including shifts, breaks, and vacations, to ensure adequate staffing levels.

• Monitor and review employee performance, providing coaching, feedback, and recognition.

• Hire and train new employees, ensuring they are equipped with the necessary knowledge and skills to perform their roles effectively.

• Collaborate closely with engineering, purchasing, and production departments to optimize material specifications, streamline processes, and resolve any issues related to material availability or quality.

• Utilize inventory management software (SAP) and data analysis techniques to optimize inventory levels and forecast future requirements.

• Execute on corporate objectives and identify opportunities for continuous improvement.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

What we look for

• Minimum of 6 years of inventory, warehousing, and logistics experience in a similar environment

• Minimum of 2 years of supervisory and people management experience

• Strong knowledge of data analysis, inventory management software (SAP - preferred), and forecasting techniques

• Possess an analytical mindset with a strong attention to detail, coupled with outstanding organizational and problem-solving skills

• Excellent communication and leadership abilities

• Ability to work on night shifts

Preferred:

• In-depth understanding and attention to detail regarding Bill of Materials (BOM) information, including the ability to troubleshoot and resolve complex issues arising from incomplete or conflicting data

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills to effectively collaborate with multiple departments, provide comprehensive explanations

• Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to prioritize tasks, manage multiple projects simultaneously, and track open items to completion

• Extensive knowledge and experience in Manufacturing Operations, MRP/ERP systems, and Inventory Management, including implementing best practices

• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, Access, and data analysis tools to manipulate and interpret complex data sets

Johnson Controls’ Canadian subsidiaries are committed to providing reasonable accommodation to applicants, candidates and employees with disabilities, in accordance with applicable human rights legislation, and in Ontario, in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (“AODA”). When requested, accommodation will be provided throughout all stages of the recruitment and selection process. To request accommodation, please contact us. Any information you provide related to accommodation measures will be treated as confidential. A copy of Johnson Controls’ applicable AODA policies are available on our website at www.johnsoncontrols.com for your reference, and can be made available in accessible formats upon request.