Inventory Administrative Coordinator (Afternoon… at Mars · Bolton

INVENTORY ADMINISTRATIVE COORDINATOR (AFTERNOON SHIFT) Location: CAN-Ontario-Bolton · On-site Job Description: What is the Job Purpose?  Performs the clerical and administrative tasks associated with the shipments and inventory of products including report writing, record keeping, and a variety of other activities to ensure that shipping has support.   Shift:  Afternoon: 3 pm - 11:30 pm - Monday - Friday Job Summary: We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Inventory Administrative Coordinator to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining inventory accuracy and integrity within our facility. This role operates on a Afternoon shift basis (Subject to change based on business need) and plays a crucial part in our daily operations, with a primary focus on SAP transactions related to our Production Scheduling process for Semi-finished goods. The Inventory Controller will work closely with logistics, production, and quality teams to ensure seamless inventory flow and control. Key Responsibilities: SAP: • Generate/Post Production of batch meal and kibble using PI Sheets (BM/EX) • Process scrap and regrind materials. • Manage BM/EX Process Orders and Create PO’s for Schedule and equipment exceptions (unplanned production or machine changes). • Investigate/ escalate large inventory variances of batch meal and kibble (BM/EX). • Monitor and resolve Consumption errors (COGI’s). • Ensure compliance with cycle count inventory execution and generate PI count sheets. • Maintain stock balance between SAP and Blue Yonder. • Inventory and Cycle Counting: • Conduct daily, weekly, and monthly cycle counts, including physical yard audits, Red Zone, Mill, Dry Packaging, and COEX counts. • Perform daily reviews of inventory and check Raw and Pack materials in SAP. • Validate batch data in SAP before transactions. • Follow up on large inventory transactions and process confirmations. • Daily Operations & Reporting: • Participate in daily logistics huddles and production reviews. • Check and update the daily plant status in SAP. • Communicate with Mill and Red Zone Operators. • Participate in periodic blocked stock review meetings. • Quality & Waste Management: • Coordinate quality hold status verifications and sample requests. • Organize the disposal of liquid waste and serve as a point of contact for waste management vendors. • Assist with annual waste audits. • Yard and Equipment Maintenance: • Conduct yard audits to action idle trailers and manage held materials. • Coordinate with vendors for equipment maintenance, including slurry tank repairs, tank cleaning, and rail car service. Qualifications: • Proven experience in an inventory control or a similar role. • Strong understanding of inventory management principles. • Experience with ERP systems is required; proficiency in SAP is highly desirable. • Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills. • Ability to work independently and as part of a team. • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. • Willingness and ability to work 8-hour rotating shifts, including days and nights. Preferred Qualifications:  • Knowledge of inventory control principles  • Experience working with vendors and carriers  • Proficiency in ERP systems such as SAP and WMS systems such as Red Prairie  • 3+ years of manufacturing or warehousing experience  • 2+ years of work experience within a technical and/or trade discipline  What can you expect from Mars? • Work with over 130,000 diverse and talented Associates, all guided by the Five Principles. • Join a purpose driven company, where we’re striving to build the world we want tomorrow, today. • Best-in-class learning and development support from day one, including access to our in-house Mars University. • An industry competitive salary and benefits package, including company bonus and company sponsored pension. Total Rewards: • Medical, vision & dental- Starts day one! • 4 weeks of Vacation time • Tuition reimbursement • Short/Long Term disability • Annual Merit Increases • Annual Bonus The base pay range for this position at commencement of employment is expected to be between the below range CAD 30.59 - CAD 40.14. Please note: This job posting is for an existing vacancy. AI is used as a supporting tool in our recruitment process.