Entourage Health Corp Looking for Supervisor, Inventory at Mount Brydges, ON Full Time

Company:

Entourage Health Corp. is the publicly traded parent company of Entourage Brands Corp. (formerly WeedMD RX Inc.) and CannTx Life Sciences Inc., licence holders producing and distributing cannabis products for both the medical and adult-use markets. The Company owns and operates a 158-acre state-of-the-art greenhouse and processing facility located in Strathroy, ON; a fully licensed 26,000 sq. ft. Aylmer, ON processing facility, specializing in cannabis extraction; and a micropropagation, tissue culture and genetics centre-of-excellence in Guelph, Ontario. With the addition of Starseed Medicinal, a medical-centric brand, Entourage has expanded its multi-channeled distribution strategy. Starseed’s industry-first, exclusive partnership with LiUNA, the largest construction union in Canada, along with employers and union groups complements Entourage’s direct sales to medical patients. Entourage’s elite adult-use product portfolio includes Color Cannabis, Saturday Cannabis and Royal City Cannabis Co. – sold across eight provincial distribution agencies. The Company also maintains strategic relationships in the seniors’ market and supply agreements with Shoppers Drug Mart. It is the exclusive Canadian producer and distributor of award-winning U.S.-based wellness brand Mary’s Medicinals sold in both medical and adult-use channels. Under a collaboration with The Boston Beer Company subsidiary, Entourage is also the exclusive distributor of cannabis-infused beverages in Canada, expected to launch in 2022. At Entourage Health our community efforts are put towards creating a space where everyone feels supported

Summary:

Reporting to the Director, Supply Chain, this position is responsible for managing the inventory control processes at all sites. Primary responsibilities include utilizing knowledge of inventory cycles to manage and control inventory levels and ensure that all requirements for incoming and outgoing orders are met. Responsibilities will include the execution of inventory management policies and procedures and ensuring the availability of all necessary materials required to support the production process, release scheduling of inbound materials and components, and ensuring adequate stock levels for production requirements.

Responsibilities:

• Supervise inventory control staff to ensure proper execution of duties in compliance with company policies and approved operating procedures.
• Manage storage capacities to move inventory to provide just in time (JIT).
• Control flow of inventory from larger storage areas into medical fulfillment vault.
• Work with inventory analyst with regards to data analysis and inventory reporting
• Manage both consumable and product inventories at the assigned sites.
• Ensure the timely and accurate entry of all inventory details within the ERP system.
• Supervise and lead the warehouse and secure storage team at the assigned site.
• Manage and execute the required cycle count and inventory control programs.
• Monitor and track KPI’s and metrics for the team.
• Liaise with site managers to review and understand production and sales forecasts to adequately plan and communicate material requirements.
• Track Inventory movement to/from the assigned site.
• Liaison with purchasing to ensure accurate inventory levels are kept and prevent stock-outs.
• Compile detailed view of inventory available / future. Highlight issues, lead corrective actions and escalate roadblocks for prompt resolution.
• Communicate and resolve discrepancies in inventory counts in collaboration with finance.
• Manage and supervise inventory control staff to ensure proper execution of duties in compliance with company policies and approved operating procedures.
• Understanding of all shipping and receiving functions and back up to shipping and receiving supervisor.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

• Minimum 3 years of progressive experience working in inventory control, ideally in a manufacturing environment and including minimum 1 year of leadership or supervisory experience
• Demonstrated experience with inventory management and implementation of a WMS.

• Ability to obtain a valid forklift license and a valid driver’s licence
• Post-secondary education in Business, Engineering, Finance, or Supply Chain Management considered an asset
• APICS, ISM, SCC, CSCMP certification considered an asset.
• Demonstrated understanding of integrated supply chain and logistics concepts and theories.
• Knowledge of inventory control laws pertaining to controlled substances and publicly traded companies.
• Ability to demonstrate diplomacy, including solid negotiation, conflict resolution, and people management skills.
• Strong team player and able to work efficiently as a part of a team as well as independently.
• Ability it work in a fast paced-environment with frequent deadlines and multiple priorities and changes
• Strong writing skills for creating reports, correspondence, contracts, requests, bids, and other documentation.
• Strong Analytical skills, solutions-oriented and excellent creative problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel.
• Experience with ERP systems (Sage preferred).
• Must be a self-starter with effective planning and organizational skills. Floor mentality is required.
• Ability to work in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
• Flexibility in shifts (days, afternoons, weekends)

Entourage Health thanks all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected to continue in the recruitment process will be contacted.

Pursuant to the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act and the Ontario Human Rights Code, Entourage Health will accommodate all applicants with disabilities to the point of undue hardship during the recruitment and hiring process. Accommodation will be provided upon request and in accordance with the principles of dignity, individualization, and inclusion. Entourage Health will work cooperatively, and in a spirit of respect, with all partners in the accommodation process.

Entourage Health is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, colour, race, citizenship, ethnic origin, place of origin, creed, disability, family status, marital status (including single status), gender identity, gender expression, receipt of public assistance (in housing only), sex (including pregnancy and breastfeeding) or sexual orientation.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Benefits:

• Dental care
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• Vision care
• Wellness program

Schedule:

• Day shift

Experience:

• supervisory or leadership: 1 year (preferred)