Job Inventory Control Specialist in Kelowna
The Company:
At Valens, we believe in creating products for those who need them. We do things the right way without ever cutting corners. Whether it’s medical or recreational, local or international, we’re pursuing meaningful extraction, formulation, product development and testing to bring purposeful cannabis to the people.
We each have our unique story, but we have a common goal of creating exceptional products with the end user in mind. We celebrate team wins, big and small, by recognizing the role that everyone has played in it. It is about growing together, learning together and making a positive difference.
AT VALENS, IT’S PERSONAL.
The Location:
- Don’t miss this opportunity to help build and shape the growing cannabis industry!
- Live, work and play in the sunny Okanagan where nature is at your doorstep.
- Immerse yourself in an environment where championing the individual is not just a motto, it is a daily practice and how we succeed as a team.
Reporting to the Inventory Control Supervisor, the Inventory Control Coordinator is responsible for performing cycle counts on active products, raw materials, consumables, and other items throughout the production facility. The individual is also tasked with identifying problems with inventory and troubleshooting where the problems occur to keep an accurate inventory at all times and maintain an orderly inventory management system.
Shift:
Monday - Friday, 6 am - 2:30 pm
As an Inventory Control Coordinator you will:
- Provides administrative support for operational functions including product and service procedures in alignment with quality assurance and GMP requirements
- Performs Cycle Counts on inventory, investigates errors and problem solves discrepancies with appropriate site contact(s)
- Work closely with the Inventory Supervisor to create processes and drive change throughout the organization
- Assist in the implementation and maintenance of the WMS bar code system throughout the organization
- Leads month end inventory counts, reconciliation, and investigations. Provides reports based on the results to relevant department heads
- Works closely with Planning and Master Data to ensure inventory levels are accurate and appropriately processed
- Coordinate with Planning, Production, and other Inventory staff to stage Bill of Materials to ensure accurate lots and amounts are being processed according to the production schedule
- Work in tandem with Regulatory Affairs and Quality Assurance on batch record review as it pertains to Inventory, resolve any discrepancies found through the reviewal process
- Working within the ERP to Track inventory movement/Consumptions within the warehouse for both controlled and uncontrolled products
- Lead and oversee the destruction process by assessing documentation from the production team and destruction specialists to ensure accuracy
- Review’s documentation and monitors production lots to identify for discrepancies
- Develops and implements improvements to existing operational procedures in order to maximize efficiency and cut operations costs
- 2 years minimum experience in a related field
- Diploma or degree in Supply Chain Management considered an asset
- Effective presentation, report writing skills and the ability to work individually
- Highly conscientious and attentive; uses logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions
- Excellent analytical skills and strong attention to detail
- Strong commitment to professional development and knowledge acquisition
- Excellent English communication skills, both written and verbal
- Ability to be resourceful and proactive when issues arise
- Multitasking and time-management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks under pressure
- All successful candidates are required to pass background checks
- Competitive total compensation and incentives
- A top-notch extended benefits package including medical, vision and dental
- An entrepreneurial and innovative environment that fosters growth and continuous learning
Our Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion:
The Valens Company is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to building a welcoming, inclusive, diverse and safe workplace where all of our team members have equal opportunity to succeed. We know this begins with recruitment. To honor our commitment, Valens encourages applications from individuals of all backgrounds, sexual orientation, gender identity, ancestry, ages and abilities.
Please note that The Valens Company does not utilize social media to hire employees, nor does it ever charge fees to candidates at any stage of the recruitment or hiring process. When replying to emails, please ensure the sender name and email address match exactly and the address ends in @thevalenscompany.com. If you are concerned about the authenticity of an email, letter, or call from, for, or on behalf of The Valens Company, please send an email inquiry to careers@thevalenscompany.com.
About The Valens Company
Revenue: Unknown / Non-Applicable
Size: 201 to 500 Employees
Type: Company - Public
Website: www.thevalenscompany.com
Year Founded: 2012
