
Inventory and Materials Specialist
Required skills
- inventory control
- materials management
- warehouse operations
- ERP systems
- Oracle
- inventory accuracy
- cycle counts
- reconciliation
- discrepancies
- inventory governance
Nice to have
- industrial environment
- manufacturing environment
- mining environment
- maintenance environment
- heavy-equipment environment
- SCMP
Role summary
Interpro Pipe & Steel Inc. is seeking an Inventory and Materials Specialist in Edmonton, Alberta. This role is responsible for maintaining inventory accuracy and control across multiple locations. Key duties include performing cycle counts, reconciling variances, processing transactions in Oracle, managing vendor returns, preparing reports, issuing materials, receiving and inspecting goods, coordinating outbound shipments, and improving inventory processes. The ideal candidate will have 3-5 years of experience in inventory control or related supply chain functions, proficiency with ERP systems (preferably Oracle) and Excel, and strong analytical and detail-oriented skills. Experience in an industrial or manufacturing environment is preferred.
Job Description and Responsibilities
Interpro Pipe & Steel is seeking an Inventory and Materials Specialist to join their team in Edmonton, Alberta. This position reports to the Senior Procurement Manager and is responsible for maintaining the accuracy, reliability, and control of inventory across the main warehouse and satellite locations. This hands-on role includes receiving, recording, issuing, and shipping material.
- Perform cycle counts, reconcile inventory variances, maintain accurate inventory records and bin locations, and identify obsolete, excess, and slow-moving stock
- Process and validate inventory transactions in Oracle, correct errors, maintain reliable system records, and support consistent transaction procedures
- Coordinate repairs, rebuilds, warranties, returns, and vendor follow-ups, tracking items through return and receipt while resolving shipment discrepancies
- Prepare inventory reports, analyze stock levels, variances, and trends, and provide findings and recommendations to the Senior Procurement Manager
- Issue materials against work orders, monitor critical spare parts, and escalate potential shortages to support material availability and prevent operational disruptions
- Receive and inspect materials against purchase orders and packing slips, resolve shortages, overages, and damages, and ensure accurate system records and proper storage
- Coordinate outbound shipments, prepare shipping documents, and comply with cross-border shipping and dangerous goods requirements
- Improve inventory and warehouse processes, maintain work instructions, follow safe work practices, and keep storage areas clean, organized, and safe
Requirements
- Post-secondary diploma or certificate in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business, or a related field (or progress toward SCMP/APICS)
- Equivalent combinations of education and experience will be considered
- Minimum 3–5 years of experience in inventory control, materials management, warehouse operations, or supply chain functions.
- Experience working with ERP systems, preferably Oracle
- Demonstrated experience maintaining inventory accuracy, conducting cycle counts, reconciling discrepancies, and supporting inventory governance
- Experience in an industrial, manufacturing, mining, maintenance, or heavy-equipment environment is preferred
- Proficiency with ERP systems (Oracle preferred) and Excel
- Analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to trace a discrepancy to its root cause
- Strong attention to detail and data accuracy
- Takes ownership of results and follows issues through to resolution
- Effective communication with trades, operations, and vendors
- Ability to manage multiple priorities
- Knowledge of customs and cross-border shipping
- Forklift certification and TDG certification, or the ability to obtain them
Our total compensation package includes amazing benefits!
- Competitive wages and bonus opportunities
- Family medical, dental, and prescription coverage at minimal employee cost
- Short and long-term disability programs
- Competitive retirement plans
- Employer-provided and Voluntary Life Insurance options
- Paid vacation and recognized statutory holidays
- Apprenticeship and career advancement within the company
- Tuition reimbursement
While we thank all those who apply, only those being actively considered for employment will be contacted.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Orion Steel Group LLC is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.
Orion Steel Group LLC is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with physical and mental disabilities.
If you need special assistance or an accommodation while seeking employment, please e-mail careers@orionsteel.com or call: (312) 533-3577. We will make a determination on your request for reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis.
Join a team that manufactures excellence, drives success and builds careers!
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