Parts Operations Analyst at SMS Equipment Inc.
Acheson, AB — full-time
SMS Equipment is looking for a detail-oriented and analytical Parts Operations Analyst to develop reporting, standards, and processes that support Mining Parts operations. This role will analyze inventory performance, support RFPs and parts-related projects, improve operational practices, and connect Mining Sales with the Inventory team. Work Location: Acheson, AB.Salary: $75,000 to $90,000 per annum.Work Arrangement: Hybrid – providing the flexibility to work remotely up to 2 days per week.Schedule: Monday to Friday. What You’ll Do Identify, validate, and consolidate information sources to create and maintain inventory performance and KPI dashboards for the Mining Parts Support team. Analyze reports and trends, identify anomalies or areas of concern, and provide fact-based recommendations that improve customer satisfaction and operational efficiency. Prepare regular inventory reporting, including weekly on-hand, aged inventory, and KPI reports. Collaborate with IT and corporate business technology teams to improve and automate information gathering, reporting, and analysis. Create and update work guides and best practices to support standardized processes. Partner with the Mining Equipment Sales team on RFP requests, gathering information, exploring operational capabilities, and developing inventory recommendations. Support new mines and equipment introductions through parts analysis, customer price files, CPS pricing, and the preparation and finalization of price books. Facilitate new warehouse setups, including customer consignment and branch warehouses. Participate in ERP system implementations and train team members on new system functions. Review aged inventory and recommend depletion strategies to help Mining Parts Support branches meet company targets. Provide vacation coverage for other team members and support additional projects as required. What You BringThe successful candidate will have post-secondary education and a minimum of 5 to 7 years of related experience. A combination of education and experience may be considered. Experience in supply chain or a heavy equipment dealership parts and inventory environment is strongly preferred. A Parts Technician certification may also be considered. Other requirements include: Strong Microsoft Excel skills and experience preparing reports, creating dashboards, and working with large datasets. Experience with Power BI or similar data visualization and reporting tools. Proficiency with ERP systems and Microsoft Office applications. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail. Experience analyzing inventory, operational, or pricing information and developing fact-based recommendations. Strong verbal and written communication skills. Excellent time management and prioritization skills. Strong interpersonal and customer service skills. Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a cross-functional team. This position is class