Job Description

Are you the kind of person who knows inventory inside out?

Do you spot inefficiencies like a hawk and solve them like a chess master?

Then we want to talk to you.

About Us

Biktrix is a fast-growing Canadian e-bike company on a mission to electrify how the world moves. We design, assemble, and ship high-performance e-bikes across North America -- and inventory is the beating heart of our business. We're looking for a

strategic, hands-on inventory leader

who thrives in complexity and can scale operational excellence.

The Opportunity

As

Inventory & Supply Chain Manager

, you won't just manage stock -- you'll

engineer an efficient, intelligent system

that powers our sales and showroom network across Canada and the U.S.

You'll own:

Forecasting Inventory flow Supplier negotiations Warehouse optimization Strategic cost reduction
This is not a passive role. You'll

build systems

,

lead teams

, and

drive measurable results

.

What You'll Do

Inventory Mastery:

Maintain precise control over inventory, valuation, and availability. Ensure the right product is in the right place at the right time -- with minimal capital tied up.

Data-Driven Forecasting:

Build and refine forecasts using sales data, trends, and market intel. Adjust fast.

Cost Optimization:

Find savings across freight, warehousing, and purchasing through negotiation, smarter planning, and process improvements.

Supplier & Freight Partnerships:

Negotiate and maintain strong relationships with vendors and shipping companies for best price and service.

ERP & SKU Strategy:

Develop scalable SKU systems and use

Odoo ERP

like a pro.

Distribution Strategy:

Oversee allocation of inventory to our showrooms nationwide. Optimize flow, minimize friction.

Warehouse & Process Improvement:

Reimagine our warehouse layout and processes to maximize efficiency.

Team Leadership:

Build and lead an operations team that runs like clockwork.
What We're Looking For

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, or Business (or equivalent experience)

5+ years of hands-on inventory/supply chain leadership

, preferably in retail, manufacturing, or D2C Proven success in reducing operational costs and improving flow Strong forecasting and analytical skills (Excel & ERP wizardry expected) Excellent negotiation and relationship management skills ERP experience (Odoo strongly preferred) Leadership experience managing people and processes E-commerce or high-velocity product environment is a major plus
Perks & Benefits

Competitive salary +

performance bonus

Extended health care Flexible schedule Relocation support Tuition reimbursement Casual dress + fun team culture Real ownership of your domain
Location

On-site at our

Saskatoon HQ

.
We offer relocation support for the right candidate.

Schedule

Full-time Monday to Friday
Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $60,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Casual dress Company events Employee assistance program Extended health care Flexible schedule Relocation assistance Tuition reimbursement Wellness program
Application question(s):

What types of products or industries have you managed inventory for? (e.g., retail, manufacturing, D2C, electronics, bikes, etc.) What was the average inventory value you were responsible for managing in your previous role?
? Under $250K

? $250K-$1M

? $1M-$5M

? $5M+

Describe a specific example of how you improved inventory accuracy or reduced carrying costs in a previous role. Have you ever led a forecasting process? If yes, what methods or tools did you use? How would you rate your Excel/Google Sheets skills?
? Beginner

? Intermediate (vlookups, pivot tables, basic forecasting)

? Advanced (modeling, macros, automations, forecasting models)

Do you have experience creating or managing SKU systems and naming conventions?
? Yes

? No

If yes, describe briefly.

Have you negotiated pricing or terms with suppliers or freight forwarders?
? Yes -- regularly

? Occasionally

? No

What's your approach to balancing stock availability with working capital constraints? (Short written answer) If you walked into a company with messy inventory, what are the first 3 things you'd analyze or fix? How do you measure and track the effectiveness of your inventory strategy? (e.g., KPIs, metrics) Tell us about a high-stakes inventory or logistics problem you solved -- what was the impact? How do you forecast inventory for seasonal or fast-moving products?
Work Location: In person

Expected start date: 2025-11-03