Specialist Regional Inventory Control

Canadian Pacific (CP) and Kansas City Southern (KCS) are now CPKC. As the only truly North American railway, we are making big moves! Drawing on our strong foundations and heritage, CPKC moves essential goods across our 20,000-mile network to support economic growth throughout Canada, the U.S. and Mexico. Be a part of history as we connect a continent and create exciting career opportunities across our new transnational network. Visit cpkcr.com to learn about the CPKC advantage, our purpose and culture.

PURPOSE OF THE POSITION

As the Specialist Regional Inventory Control, you will provide oversight and management of inventory on a regional basis (AB&BC). You are responsible to ensure physical inventory accuracy through inventory cycle counts, accurate project reconciliations and keeping the system inventory storage location up to date. This position will be accountable for developing and managing KPIs and scorecard with meaningful measures of success and accountable for stakeholder management and service delivery.

POSITION ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Assist in operation of the distribution center
• Ensure availability of right material at the right time for projects, maintenance and production
• Ensure physical inventory accuracy through physical inventory counts and timely project material reconciliations
• Keep system inventory updated through timely postings of entries and documents
• Manage inventory levels at the storage locations to ensure higher inventory turns and avoid surplus inventory or obsolescence
• Coordinate with Inventory Analyst and Engineering Services field personnel to recommend and maintain safety stocks at storage locations
• Conduct annual inventory audits to meet SOX Compliance requirements
• Monitor Capital Inventory and ensure timely charge out
• Release and move material to projects to ensure accurate inventory levels
• Coordinate material moves with Distribution Centers
• Assist Managers and Roadmasters with ordering material
• Extend material to Plants to be available to order
• Provide SAP expertise and training to field personnel, as required
• Trace material orders to ensure timely receipts
• Process material releases for scrap invoicing
• Monitor and report Track Panel production orders and inventory levels
• Create and issue STO's to move material, when required
• Assist with material movements and charge outs from Plant to Plant for derailments and emergent situations
• Assist in developing inventory policy and administer this policy in the field
• Provide backup coverage for other team members, as required

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

• Min. 3+ years' experience of managing inventory, warehousing, and distribution of materials
• Expertise with Windows and Microsoft Office
• Intermediate to advanced capabilities with Excel (pivot tables, Power Pivot, etc.)
• Strong analytical skills and statistical knowledge
• High School Diploma
• Sound understanding of the Railroad maintenance and projects related processes would be considered an asset
• Good project management and presentation skills
• Strong decision making and problem-solving skills
• Must possess a valid driver license

WHAT CPKC HAS TO OFFER:

• Flexible and competitive benefits package
• Competitive company pension plan
• Employee Share Purchase Plan
• Performance Incentive Program
• Annual Fitness Subsidy
• Part-time Studies Program

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

As an employer with national presence, the possibility does exist that the location of your position may be changed based on organizational requirements.

Background Investigation:

The successful candidate will need to successfully complete the following clearances:

• Criminal history check
• Reference check

Management Conductor Program:

Becoming a qualified conductor or locomotive engineer is the single best way for a management employee to learn the business at CPKC. You may be required to obtain a certification or to maintain your current certification/qualification as a conductor or locomotive engineer.

CPKC is an employment equity employer committed to the principles of employment equity and inclusion. We encourage all qualified candidates to apply including women, Black, Indigenous, People of Colour (BIPOC), members of the LGBTQ+ community, and people with disabilities. Accommodations for the job application process can be provided, as appropriate, upon request. All applicant information will be managed in accordance with the federal Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA)".