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INVENTORY MANAGER
full-time•Grande Prairie
About this role
Inventory Manager (Parts, Shipping & Receiving) – Grande Prairie Motorsports & Harley-Davidson (Grande Prairie, AB)
Own the flow of goods from truck to bin to bay. You’ll keep riders moving by ensuring accurate ordering, stocking, counts, adjustments, and on‑time shipping/receiving across motorcycles, ATVs/UTVs, sleds, and power equipment.
Why Join Us
• Impact role with a direct line to Parts and Service performance.
• Competitive compensation with benefits and growth path. *Replace with your exact package/pay range.*
• Training, rider discounts, and an inclusive culture built around the powersports lifestyle.
What You’ll Do (Key Responsibilities)
• Plan, place, and track purchase orders; confirm ETAs; expedite and manage backorders with OEM/aftermarket vendors.
• Receive product accurately; reconcile invoices; bin to correct locations; maintain barcodes and labeling standards.
• Execute cycle counts and annual physical inventory; research variances; process adjustments with proper controls.
• Set seasonal min/max; track turns, fill rate, and days of supply; reduce aging and dead stock ethically (returns, markdowns).
• Coordinate shipping/receiving logistics: packing, documentation, freight claims, and carrier relations; meet safety and regulatory standards.
• Partner with Parts and Service to pre‑stage jobs and ensure fast RO flow; support e‑commerce/phone sales fulfillment.
• Maintain clean, safe stockrooms and docks; enforce FIFO and hazmat handling as applicable.
• Leverage DMS/ERP (e.g., Lightspeed or similar) and Excel to keep data clean and auditable.
What You Bring (Must‑Haves)
• 2+ years in inventory control or shipping/receiving (powersports/automotive/retail distribution).
• Accuracy obsession with counts, bin locations, and documentation; able to lift/move packages safely.
• Experience with cycle counting, variance research, and adjustments; strong Excel fundamentals.
• Organized communicator who thrives on cross‑department coordination in a seasonal business.
Nice to Have
• Forklift certification and WHMIS/safety training.
• Vendor program experience (returns, dating/terms) and basic merchandising support.
• Powersports enthusiast with hands‑on knowledge of common parts and accessories.
Our Commitment to Inclusion
We welcome applications from all qualified candidates and will provide accommodations upon request throughout the hiring process. We are committed to an inclusive, barrier‑free workplace in line with Alberta and Canadian human rights laws.
What you'll do
- The Inventory Manager will oversee the flow of goods, ensuring accurate ordering, stocking, and shipping/receiving of parts and equipment. They will also coordinate logistics and maintain inventory accuracy through cycle counts and adjustments.
About Bannister Automotive Group
Join our dynamic team at Bannister Automotive Group, a leading automotive dealer group in Western Canada.
We specialize in the sales and service of top brands such as GM, Ford, Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep, Ram, Honda, Hyundai, Isuzu, Kia, and Nissan, alongside Harley-Davidson, Triumph, and Honda Powersports.
We foster a family-oriented atmosphere and offer ownership opportunities to key stakeholders, providing exciting career paths for anyone interested in automotive sales, service, and customer service.
Across our group of nearly one thousand team members, we uphold our core DRIVEN values:
DRIVEN - We follow through on our commitments.
RESPECT - We value and respect all team members and customers.
INTEGRITY - We operate ethically within our business.
VALUE - We strive to deliver premium customer service.
EXCELLENCE - We continuously pursue improvement.
NO EXCUSES - We take full accountability.
Join us as we continue our 40+ year legacy of providing top-quality customer service and vehicle accessibility across Western Canada, building a diverse and progressive network of dealerships rooted in family values.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does a INVENTORY MANAGER do at Bannister Automotive Group?
As a INVENTORY MANAGER at Bannister Automotive Group, you will: the Inventory Manager will oversee the flow of goods, ensuring accurate ordering, stocking, and shipping/receiving of parts and equipment. They will also coordinate logistics and maintain inventory accuracy through cycle counts and adjustments..
Is the INVENTORY MANAGER position at Bannister Automotive Group remote?
The INVENTORY MANAGER position at Bannister Automotive Group is based in Grande Prairie, Alberta, Canada. Contact the company through Clera for specific work arrangement details.
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