Supply Chain Team Lead

Company Description

Since 2008, Chens Enterprises Corporation has been a leading wholesale distributor of food and household products in Canada. Headquartered in Mississauga with a Western Division in Richmond, BC, Chens connects trusted global brands with retailers across the country — from major chains to independent and Asian supermarkets, small businesses, and food service customers. Learn more at chensec.com.

Role Description

We are seeking an experienced, results-driven Supply Chain Team Lead to oversee domestic inventory replenishment across our distribution network. This full-time, permanent, on-site role in Mississauga is responsible for keeping inventory available while balancing service levels, inventory investment, and operational efficiency. You will lead inventory planning, coordinate with suppliers and internal teams, and guide our inventory analyst day to day.

Key Responsibilities

Inventory Replenishment

• Manage domestic replenishment to ensure product availability and maintain target inventory levels
• Monitor stock availability, backorders, forecast accuracy, and fill rates
• Develop and execute replenishment strategies based on demand forecasts, sales trends, seasonality, and inventory policies
• Review and maintain reorder points, safety stock levels, and planning parameters

Supplier Management

• Coordinate with domestic suppliers on purchase orders, delivery schedules, and inventory requirements
• Track supplier performance and proactively address supply disruptions or service issues
• Work with suppliers to improve lead times, service levels, and inventory optimization

Team Leadership

• Provide leadership, coaching, and support to the inventory analyst
• Set team objectives and monitor performance against key metrics
• Foster a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and cross-functional collaboration

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Work closely with Sales, Operations, Warehouse, Procurement, and Customer Service teams
• Support product launches, promotions, and inventory transitions
• Lead inventory review meetings and communicate supply risks and mitigation plans

Reporting & Continuous Improvement

• Analyze inventory trends and develop actionable recommendations
• Prepare reports and dashboards on inventory health, supplier performance, service levels, and replenishment effectiveness
• Identify opportunities to improve planning processes, reduce excess inventory, and minimize stockouts
• Support ERP and inventory management system enhancements

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of inventory planning, replenishment, purchasing, or supply chain experience (required)
• Post-secondary education in Supply Chain Management, Business, Logistics, or a related field
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, and data analysis
• Experience with ERP systems and inventory management platforms
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, and organizational skills
• Previous experience leading or supervising a team

Assets

• Mandarin language skills
• CPIM, CSCP, SCMP, or a related supply chain certification
• Experience in wholesale distribution, consumer products, food service, or retail distribution
• Warehouse distribution experience
• Power BI reporting experience
• Knowledge of demand planning and inventory optimization methodologies

Compensation & Benefits

• $45,000–$60,000 per year
• Extended health care, dental care, vision care, life insurance, disability insurance
• Casual dress and on-site parking

How to Apply

Please send your resume to [email protected]. This posting is for an existing vacancy. We thank all applicants for their interest; only those selected for an interview will be contacted.