Operational Excellence - Inventory Control (In-Store) at ATLAS MACHINERY SUPPLY LTD – Toronto, Ontario

Atlas Tools and Machinery is a proud,family-owned Canadian business, now in its third generation and dedicated to delivering exceptional customer experiences since 1954. As a trusted provider of industrial supplies, we take pride in being experts in our field and offering high-quality products at competitive prices. We are dedicated to ensuring our tradespeople have the tools and service they need to help build and shape the infrastructure of our local communities.

At Atlas, we value your enthusiasm, creativity, and entrepreneurial spirit. Our culture is focused on collaboration, respect, innovation, and a shared dedication to driving success. We are committed to creating a supportive and growth-oriented workplace where you will continue to learn, grow, and build a career that is both challenging and rewarding.

Role Overview

We are seeking a detail-oriented Inventory Associate to join our retail team! This individual is responsible for maintaining accurate inventory levels within the retail store to ensure efficient stock management and deliver the ultimate Atlas Experience to our customers.The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, proactive, and able to work in a fast-paced retail environment.

Primary Responsibilities:

Inventory Accuracy & Stock ManagementPerform regular cycle counts and reconcile discrepancies.

Maintain up-to-date and accurate inventory records.

Ensure products are properly labeled and stored in the correct locations.

Rotate stock to ensure older inventory is sold first (FIFO).

Assist with year-end and periodic full-store inventory counts.

Root Cause issues

Work with leaders to drive process improvements

Receiving & MerchandisingAssist with receiving TOs from the Distribution Center, verifying product quantities, and inspecting for damages.

Assist the Retail Operations team with stocking shelves and organizing displays according to store standards.

Monitor inventory levels and communicate with the retail operations team on restocking as needed.

Communicate low-stock items that are not auto-replenished to the DC teams.

Cross-Functional CollaborationWork closely with various teams, such as Warehouse, Sales, and Retail Operations, to ensure smooth coordination and communication related to inventory.

Prepare inventory reports and communicate any stock issues to the management team.

Work with the store leadership team to minimize shrinkage and prevent stock losses.

Loss Prevention & Quality ControlIdentify and report missing, damaged, or defective products.

Follow company policies and best practices for inventory management.

Customer & Store Team SupportEnsure fast-moving items are always available for customers.

Assist customers on a need basis to locate products and provide stock availability.

Respond to the in-store teams regarding inventory-related tasks.

Other responsibilities as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities:A college diploma in supply chain management or equivalent.

Attention to extreme detail, cross collaboration with various stakeholders, Strong communication, and a voice in the room

Previous experience in retail, inventory management, or stock handling preferred.

Excellent Microsoft Excel skills.(Sorting and Filtering, VLookup, Basic formulas, Pivot tables.

Familiarity with the retail inventory system will be considered an asset.

Demonstrated problem-solving skills

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Able to prioritize in a fast-paced work environment with high workload volumes, tight deadlines, and attention to detail is critical.

At Atlas, we are committed to fostering a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities in which we operate and serve. Atlas is an equal opportunity employer that considers applicants without regard to age, race, color, national origin, citizenship, religion, creed, gender, sexual orientation, marital requirements, disability, or any other protected status. We conduct our business with the highest ethical standards. In accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code, Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act and our AODA policy, a request for accommodation will be accepted as part of the hiring process. If you are an individual who has a disability that requires accommodation to apply, please send an email with your accommodation needs to careers@atlas-machinery.com or directly to the lead recruiter in this process.