Inventory Analyst (Remote) - Jobs in Calgary, AB

Job Description

The OpportunityThe Inventory Analyst will primarily be responsible for purchasing, managing inventory levels, forecasting and customer service for external brand operations. This includes supporting day-to-day procedures and reports, and assisting the team in improving procurement, customer services and logistics processes. This a remote opportunity and the successful candidate for this position must be located in Germany or the Netherlands.Reporting to the Supply Chain Manager, External Brands you will be responsible for:

• Placing purchase orders, ensuring a continuous availability of products and on-time delivery to customers;
• Supporting import/export of duty suspended goods, and goods subject to excise tax;
• Coordinating delivery schedules with suppliers; monitoring sales and suppliers to provide delivery dates and shipping information; assisting with import/export compliance;
• Day to day engagement with international 3PL providers and suppliers;
• Assisting with researching 3PL providers in new and existing markets
• Liaising with our customer service provider to address customer queries related to supply chain concerns on a daily basis including delivery timelines, returns, damages, etc;
• Researching supply chain nuances and requirements in new markets to support the Senior Inventory Analysts
• Updating reporting on KPIs for key stakeholders;
• Assessing inventory levels in our warehouses to ensure continuity of supply; assisting with internal audits including but not limited to month end stock counts and inventory reconciliation
• Liaising with marketing and analyzing sales forecasts and order reports to ensure consistent availability of products;
• Supporting the development and launch of all new client projects in a supply chain capacity;
• Coordinating and handling administrative tasks as they relate to the above responsibilities (claims, specific requirements, product launches, etc.);
• Continued development of product knowledge in relation to Beer, Wines and Spirits

What you bring:

• Fluent German and English speaker required
• Dutch considered a strong asset
• 2+ years of Inventory, procurement/supply chain experience
• 1+ years in customer support
• Experience with forecasting inventory
• Experience with international shipping, importing/exporting, experience with the EU is considered an asset
• Post-Secondary Education, preferably a Bachelor’s degree
• Analytical and technical skills
• Financial acumen as related to supply chain considered an asset
• Ability to prioritize tasks from various sources both inside and outside the organization
• Intermediate spreadsheet skills (Google Sheets preferred)
• A self-motivated mindset and comfort with ambiguity/change considered an asset

About BlackSquareBlackSquare is the global digital experience leader in the alcohol beverage space. We provide direct to consumer turnkey marketing, operations, logistics, and distribution technology-enabled managed services, as well as ecommerce software as a service (SaaS) and data analytics. We are a relentlessly resourceful group of people. Everyone in the company has the freedom to work independently, to solve problems and to get things done for our clients. It’s that entrepreneurial attitude that underpins everything we do together.Why Work With Us

• We’re scaling, fast: We are an established company with 10+ years in the high growth field of ecommerce for the alcohol industry. We are now taking that experience global and scaling fast!
• We have an amazing team: Our culture is centered on strength in collaboration. Through trust and support, we have built a high performing team that is growing and learning every day. We take the work seriously but not ourselves and are always up for a laugh.
• You will be challenged: All our employees have the autonomy to stretch and grow as professionals, pushing themselves to make a real impact. If you are looking for a calm, consistent role where each day is the same then BlackSquare probably isn’t for you.
• You can be yourself: We are a remote-first company with flexibility to manage a balance between home and work, whatever that means for you. Every one of our employees enriches our culture by showing up everyday with their unique and authentic selves.

Our CommitmentBlackSquare is committed to building an environment that values diversity, equality and inclusion. Our belief is that we are a place of belonging that recognizes and respects our diversity and provides platforms to learn from each other. We ensure equal opportunity for all applicants and encourage people of all visible minorities and racialized people, including Indigenous applicants, and those of any religion, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression to apply.If you are interested please submit your resume and cover letter. Thank you!Quick Apply

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