Inventory Control Analyst ( 1 year)

Building the space between proven and possible, MDA Space (TSX:MDA) is a trusted mission partner to the global space industry. A robotics, satellite systems and geointelligence pioneer with a 55-year+ story of world firsts and more than 450 missions, MDA Space is a global leader in communications satellites, Earth and space observation, and space exploration and infrastructure. The MDA Space team of more than 3,000 space experts in Canada, the US and the UK has the knowledge and know-how to turn an audacious customer vision into an achievable mission – bringing to bear a one-of-a-kind mix of experience, engineering excellence and wide-eyed wonder that’s been in our DNA since day one. For those who dream big and push boundaries on the ground and in the stars to change the world for the better, we’ll take you there.

Are you ready to launch the next stage of your career in the new space economy? We would love to hear from you!

We’re on the hunt for a Inventory Control Analyst on our Satellite systems team at our Montreal office.

Role: 

The Inventory Control Analyst is responsible for managing and optimizing the company's inventory levels. He/she is responsible for ensuring inventory accuracy, analyzing inventory data and providing strategic recommendations to improve operational efficiency and minimize inventory-related costs.

 

Responsibilities

1) Inventory Management:

• Monitor and maintain accuracy of inventory levels.
• Coordinate inventory valuation activities, cost analysis, inventory movement analysis and the process of taking inventory and inventory adjustments.
• Coordinate inventory management activities to ensure compliance with U.S., Canadian and EU export control regulations, laws and sanctions, as well as compliance with the Canadian Controlled Goods Program.
• Analyze inventory trends and generate detailed reports on inventory performance.
• Use analytical tools to forecast future inventory needs and optimize stock levels.
• Develop and/or maintain various ad hoc or regular reports related to inventory management or other related activities.

2) Interdepartmental collaboration:

• Participate in the training of inventory management teams, ensuring the proper application of procedures and policies.

3) Continuous Improvement:

• Suggest and participate in the implementation of initiatives to improve the efficiency of inventory management processes.

 

Required Skills

• Education: Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, logistics, or related field.
• Experience: Minimum of 5 years' experience in a similar role, preferably in the manufacturing sector.

• Ability to analyze complex data and draw relevant conclusions.
• Proficiency in inventory management and data analysis software (e.g. Excel, ERP).
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to collaborate with different teams.
• Rigor and accuracy in tracking inventory data.

 

Comments/Special Considerations:

Successful candidates must obtain and hold security clearance at the reliability status level, and pass security assessment for the Controlled Goods Program (CGP) and ITAR.

Benefits statement:

MDA provides competitive compensation and benefits packages for its employees at all locations. As a team member of MDA, you and your qualified dependents are eligible to participate in a benefit plan that ensures a comprehensive level of protection through competitive health care including; extended healthcare and flexible drug plans, dental and vision benefits, disability income protection, life insurance, group retirement savings plans; and an employee and family assistance program.

Equal opportunity statement:

MDA Ltd. is proud to provide accommodation(s) during the recruitment process.  Should you require any accommodations, please indicate this on your application/cover letter and we will work with you to meet your accessibility needs.