Job summary
Job post source
This job is directly from MDA Edge
Job overview
The Inventory Specialist/Inventory Clerk at MDA Edge manages inventory processes for contractor sites, ensuring accurate tracking and organization of materials used in fiber installation.
Responsibilities and impact
The role involves verifying stock, auditing equipment, sorting and staging units, receiving inventory with RF devices, maintaining accurate records, and performing cycle counts and audits.
Experience and skills
Candidates should have strong organizational and analytical skills, the ability to work independently, good communication skills, physical ability to lift 50 pounds and work outdoors, and basic computer skills; Excel skills are a plus.
Job location and travel
The job is located on contractor sites with buildings and small warehouses, requiring outdoor work and physical activity.
Unique job features
The position involves managing inventory not in a traditional warehouse but on contractor sites, including outdoor work and use of RF handheld devices for inventory management.
Company overview
MDA Edge is a leading provider of advanced geospatial and space-based technology solutions. They specialize in satellite communications, Earth observation, and robotics, serving industries such as defense, intelligence, and commercial enterprises. The company generates revenue through the sale of high-tech equipment, data services, and custom solutions tailored to client needs. Founded in 1969, MDA has a rich history of innovation, including contributions to the Canadarm used on NASA's Space Shuttle missions.
How to land this job
Position your resume to emphasize your experience managing large-volume, small-part inventories and your ability to organize and analyze extensive data sets, showcasing a continuous improvement mindset as highlighted in the job description.
Highlight skills related to inventory verification, auditing, use of RF handheld devices, and cycle counting, along with your ability to work independently and prioritize workflow effectively.
Apply through multiple channels including MDA Edge's corporate careers page and LinkedIn to maximize your application's visibility and reach.
Connect on LinkedIn with current employees or hiring managers in MDA Edge's inventory or logistics division, using ice breakers like commenting on recent company projects or asking about the challenges of managing contractor site inventories.
Optimize your resume for ATS systems by incorporating keywords such as 'inventory management,' 'cycle counts,' 'RF handheld devices,' 'data organization,' and 'continuous improvement' to ensure your resume passes automated screenings.
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