Company Description

At Maple Leaf Sports & Entertainment Partnership (MLSE), we are committed to creating an inclusive workplace that is representative of our community and where all employees feel they belong and can reach their full potential. We are Canada’s preeminent leader in delivering top quality sport and entertainment experiences and one of North America’s leading providers of exceptional fan experiences. We are the parent company of the National Hockey League’s Toronto Maple Leafs, the National Basketball Association’s Toronto Raptors, Major League Soccer’s Toronto FC, the Canadian Football League’s Toronto Argonauts and development teams with the Toronto Marlies (American Hockey League), Raptors 905 (NBA G League), Toronto FC II (MLS NEXT Pro League) and Raptors Uprising Gaming Club, the Toronto Raptors Esports franchise in the NBA 2K League.

MLSE owns and/or operates all the venues our teams play and train in, including Scotiabank Arena, BMO Field, Coca-Cola Coliseum, Ford Performance Centre, BMO Training Ground, and OVO Athletic Centre. We also provide fans in Toronto with incredible live music and entertainment events, as well as exceptional culinary experiences through our restaurants (e11even and RS) and clubs (Hot Stove Club, ScotiaClub and Platinum Club). Through MLSE Foundation, we have invested more than $45 million into Ontario communities since 2009 and with MLSE LaunchPad, we provide a place where youth facing barriers use sport to recognize and reach their potential.

We achieve all of this through our Common Purpose - to unite and empower our employees to create extraordinary moments for our fans and each other. Come be a part of the team.

Job Description

You will play a key role in the control and movement of Merchandise inventory for the Merchandise & Retail Operations department while maintaining the system inventory database and system integrity. In addition, you will manage the Third-Party warehousing relationship and support the Operations team with inventory reporting and analysis.

• Manage the relationship with Third Party Logistics Company (3PL).
• Coordinate deliveries from 3PL to retail locations, located at Scotiabank Arena, Real Sports Apparel, BMO Field, Coca-Cola Coliseum, Paramount FFC and Mustang (Ecommerce).
• Manage the shipping calendar.
• Monitor, track, and correct shipping errors with appropriate communication with suppliers.
• Manage Order Book to ensure timely product deliveries.
• Reconcile receiving variances.
• Site-to-site transfers.
• Coordinate timely product returns to vendors.
• Manage cresting booth sheets with player SKU matrices in Yellow Dog.
• Upload min/max adjustments.
• Oversee Inventory Management – by providing weekly and monthly inventory analysis and analytical support.
• Build and manage relationships with suppliers and vendors.
• Perform functions relating to the “super-user” of the inventory system and category setup.
• Participate in special projects and perform other related duties as required.
• Assist Accounts Payable in ensuring receipts are accurate and completed on time.
• Communicate with vendors regarding credit issuances & liaison with AP on them.
• Coordinate yearly inventory physical counts.

Qualifications

Note: Before reviewing the qualifications listed below, we want you to know that we understand you may not meet all the qualifications described and have other relevant expertise and experience. We invite you to please share this with us in the "Message to the Hiring Manager" section of our online application.

• Inventory and supply chain management experience.
• Proven skills in inventory analysis and reporting.
• Hands on inventory logistics and retail operations experience.
• Applied software knowledge of Yellow Dog is an asset.
• Exceptional understanding of Microsoft Office, especially Excel.
• Ability to work as part of a team and independently/self-starter/ takes initiative.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• High attention to detail.
• Exceptional people, presentation, and communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills.
• Preference for a dynamic and fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work evenings/weekends as required.

Additional Information

Apply by: September 4th, 2024

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

At MLSE, we are committed to building an equitable, diverse and inclusive organization.

We are an equal opportunity employer and we do not discriminate on the basis of race, ancestry, place of origin, colour, ethnic origin, citizenship, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, record of offences, marital status, family status or disability. MLSE will provide reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities in the job application process. If you have difficulty using our online application system and you need an accommodation due to a disability, please email accommodations@mlse.com. Please note this email is only for accommodation requests. Resumes sent to this email address will not be considered.