About Oppy
Grow Our Tomorrow. Oppy is a leading grower, marketer, and distributor of fresh produce from around the world. As one of North America’s top produce companies for nearly 165 years, we bring over 100 varieties of produce from 27 countries to 1,300+ retailers in North America and throughout the world. As much as agriculture has shaped the past for humankind, Oppy’s efforts shape its future by sustainably providing families with healthy, safe, and fresh produce to create a better quality of life for all. Our progressive team is called to a higher purpose that raises the economic wellbeing of families and communities who work the land.
Recognized as one Canada’s Best Managed Companies (for the last 20 years!) and a Top Employer in BC, our diverse team of dedicated professionals collaborate and make connections across our locations throughout North and South America. We owe our success to our adaptability, innovative and entrepreneurial approach, our commitment to our people, and the incredible relationships we build. We are looking for talented people who love a fast-paced, dynamic environment where you can grow your skills and career in a sector with abundant opportunity. Grow your tomorrow with us, today.
Overview
The Inventory Control Coordinator (known internally as "Supply Chain Coordinator") supports the day-to-day execution of packaging supply management and related processes. This role is focused on ensuring accurate, timely, and efficient handling of commodity packaging requirements, while fostering collaboration across category, supply chain, and vendor teams. Thriving within a fast-paced and dynamic environment, the Supply Chain Coordinator works primarily within Oppy’s centralized platform, Optimo and maintains strong attention to detail, builds positive working relationships, and upholds the company’s core values.
The expected annual salary range of this position is $58,000 - $64,000. Please note, our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries for the position based in our U.S. and Canada office locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by various factors including location, job-related skills, relevant experience, education, formal training and internal equity.
Key Accountabilities
- Supports the execution of packaging procurement and inventory processes through Optimo, ensuring packaging is available to meet program needs while minimizing inventory overages and liabilities.
- Coordinates packaging purchase orders, monitors order lifecycles from issuance through delivery, and provides updates to internal teams on delivery timelines. Flags delays or issues for escalation.
- Monitors packaging stock levels across facilities; supports reordering triggers and participates in physical inventory counts and reconciliations. Contributes to resolving discrepancies in Optimo.
- Collaborates with category teams to review packaging forecasts and adjust orders as required to align with program demand.
- Partners with vendors to confirm orders, deliveries, and packaging specifications, maintaining accurate and timely documentation.
- Provides support for packaging pricing inputs, including updates to base costs and consumption data within established templates.
- Assists with packaging quality checks and contributes feedback to cross-functional teams regarding packaging performance and suitability.
- Generates routine packaging usage and turnover reports; contributes data to forecasting models and highlights trends or areas for efficiency improvement.
- Engages in continuous improvement initiatives by identifying opportunities to streamline packaging-related processes and enhance communication.
- Maintains up-to-date documentation for procurement activities, vendor records, and SOP checklists to support audit and compliance readiness.
- Upholds a collaborative and customer-focused approach, supporting effective relationships with both internal and external stakeholders.
Required Knowledge & Abilities
- Demonstrate attention to detail to ensure accuracy in packaging orders, invoice approvals, inventory, and reporting.
- Exhibit strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build collaborative partnerships across teams and with vendors.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and shifting priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Communicate effectively in both oral and written forms, with clarity and professionalism.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel; experience with ERP systems or packaging platforms (such as Optimo) considered an asset.
- Strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to recognize issues and escalate appropriately.
- Interest in sustainability and packaging innovation.
Required Qualifications
- Degree, diploma, or related training in supply chain, business administration, or a related field is an asset.
- Minimum, 1–3 years’ experience in supply chain, inventory, or packaging coordination preferred.
- Experience with Chep pallet and IFCO RPC management considered an asset.
- Experience in produce or food industry considered an asset.
Why Oppy?
- We are the perfect size of organization that is still nimble but yet organized, where meaningful impact and contributions happen.
- We have a strong culture with terrific people that care about the business and each other. We want our people to grow and succeed.
- We believe in you bringing your best true self and your best ideas, because diverse perspectives contribute to better problem solving and solutions in a dynamic and ever evolving industry.
- We support your professional development and health with educational reimbursement and wellness programs.
- We offer a competitive total compensation package that includes a full benefits package, lifestyle spending account, continuing educational support and more!
Inclusion and Equal Opportunity Employment
Oppy is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer who actively seeks to recruit retain individuals from diverse backgrounds and experiences. We are dedicated to fostering a culture where every employee feels valued, respected, and empowered to be themselves at work. We care about the uniqueness of our applicants, employees, and partners. Diversity is fundamental to our success because it brings a range of perspectives that fuel innovation and excellence. That's why we're focused on creating an inclusive culture where every employee can contribute their unique talents and ideas.
We gratefully thank all applicants for their interest, however, only candidates under consideration will be contacted directly.
Pay: $58,000.00-$64,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company events
- Company pension
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Flexible schedule
- Life insurance
- Mileage reimbursement
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- Profit sharing
- Relocation assistance
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision care
- Wellness program
- Work from home
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Coquitlam, BC V3K 7B2: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)
Application question(s):
- Do you have experience with Chep pallet and IFCO RPC management? Please explain.
- Do you have experience in produce or food industry? Please explain.
Education:
- Bachelor's Degree (preferred)
Experience:
- Supply chain: 1 year (preferred)
- Inventory control: 1 year (preferred)
- Packaging: 1 year (preferred)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Coquitlam, BC V3K 7B2
