Inventory Planning and Replenishment Lead

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Date posted 11/13/2025

Job Summary:

In accordance with the Mission, Vision and Values, and strategic directions of PHSA, safety, including both patient and employee safety, is a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone  such, the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position.
The Inventory Planning and Replenishment Lead is responsible for overseeing the Inventory Management processes whilst maintaining accuracy for items carried in the warehouse. Ensures the planning, implementation and evaluation of related financial, human and physical resources are in support of strategic initiatives. This position manages inventory management operations and resources across the Lower Mainland and ensures requirements of the organization are met efficiently and cost effectively, and the right level of inventory is in place to support patient care.

Duties/Accountabilities:

• Oversees the inventory team by selecting, supervising and evaluating staff to ensure effective performance of duties and business goals are met; disciplines staff members as necessary.

• Monitors daily product and supply/demand levels, and analyzes data to anticipate inventory problems, shortages, and future supply and logistical needs.

• Reports inventory levels, supply chain progress, procedural efficiency and personnel issues to upper management as required.

• Monitors and ensures all inventory transactions and receipts are complete and accurate, and any exceptions are validated and reconciled based on the appropriate policies and procedures.

• Oversees and brings efficiencies to warehouse processes by optimizing the use of resources and making recommendations on current and future operational/service adjustments.

• Assists in the preparation of the annual operating and capital equipment budget by monitoring activities and ensuring expenditures are within approved budgets.

• Participates in the development of warehouse and distribution performance metrics; coordinates and controls activities accordingly.

• Identifies inefficiencies and workflow issues that are counterproductive to operational goals, and in collaboration with the manager, plans and implements operational change.

• Facilitates the continuous improvement of inventory management processes by monitoring Key Performance Indicators and participating in established Quality Monitoring Programs. Participates in ISO activities including ISO preparedness, implementation and compliance monitoring.

• Gathers and organizes information from a variety of sources; provides relevant statistical and progress reports; verifies and improves data integrity.

• Ensures and implements best practices to maintain the service level targets, inventory accuracy, reduction in stock outs and backorders.

Qualifications:

A level of education, training, and experience equivalent to a Bachelors’ Degree in Business Administration or related field and completion of an accredited program in Warehouse Management or Logistics, five (5) years of recent, related experience in warehouse, inventory or logistics management including a minimum of two (2) years’ leadership/supervisory experience.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Keen attention to detail. Strong customer service skills. Highly self-motivated and self-directed. Team oriented and ability to work within a collaborative environment. Ability to lead, motivate, and mentor staff members and subordinates. Demonstrated ability to build and maintain effective relationships.