Inventory analyst (6-month contract)

Ballard Power Systems, Inc. is a global leader in fuel cell technology, providing clean energy fuel cell products that enable optimized power systems for a range of applications. Ballard is an international public company traded on both the NASDAQ and TSX.

Reporting to the Planning, Materials and Logistics Manager, the successful candidate will be a hands-on team member who can engage, improve, and develop long-term strategies. The successful candidate will work closely with the Manufacturing, Procurement, Quality, and the receiving teams to define plan and coordinate execution of internal inventory requirements, while maintaining on-time delivery requirements to the production process.

Responsibilities:

• Manage inventory through ERP systems for efficiency improvement opportunities.
• Count stock items, and record data into ERP system.
• Year end cycle count process and execution
• Kanban process and execution
• Work order review and analysis
• Review inventory/receiving procedures for operational accuracy.
• Analyze and report on all department’s key performance indicators and trend analysis in the areas of Inventory Management

Qualifications:

• 1-3 years of experience in a materials handling or inventory
• Experience and understanding of ERP or MRP system
• Detailed and highly organized
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills – timely, accurate and succinct delivery of information
• Strong time management skills – ability to manage multiple priorities
• 1+ years’ experience with using and improving MRP/ERP & RF scan systems
• Able to work effectively under pressure

The typical hiring range for this position is $60,000 - $75,000. Ballard considers many factors in determining total compensation, including the successful Candidate’s job-related knowledge, skills, experience, position location, and internal equity. As part of our total rewards offering, permanent employees in this position may be eligible for our competitive annual short-term and long-term bonus program, subject to program eligibility requirements.

As a Ballard employee, we want you to feel valued and appreciated for your efforts. That’s why we offer a competitive benefits package in addition to a performance-driven compensation philosophy. From bonuses to benefits, our people work hard, and we believe they should be rewarded for it. We care about career growth and development. We believe in work-life balance with tons of flexibility and rewarding benefits.

• Extended health benefits and employee assistance program
• Paid time off
• Onsite fitness facility & yoga classes
• Extensive learning opportunities, catalogue of development course offerings
• People networks and mentorship programs (to name a few)

Note: The incentive programs, benefits, and perks have specific eligibility requirements. The Company reserves the right to alter these incentive programs, benefits, and perks in whole or in part at any time without advance notice.

Our Values

• Listen & Deliver
• Quality. Always.
• Inspire Excellence
• Row Together
• Own It

Ballard values diversity in the workplace and is committed to Employment Equity. We encourage applications from all qualified candidates.