Inventory Analyst

Ready to build a rewarding career in an industry that is transforming the future? Who We Are We are Vale Base Metals – a global supplier of the critical minerals transforming the future. With industry-leading reserves of copper and nickel in Canada, Brazil, and Indonesia, and state-of-the-art infrastructure in the U.K., Canada, and Japan, VBM delivers a secure and responsible supply of high-quality products to customers across Europe, the Americas, and Asia. Global demand for critical minerals is growing exponentially. From energy to aerospace, batteries to magnets, robotics to artificial intelligence, a secure and responsible supply of critical minerals is fundamental to power modern technologies. And at Vale Base Metals, we are transforming our business to provide a secure and responsible supply of these minerals. Join our diverse team of 13,000 talented individuals committed to providing mineral security to a world in transition. We invite you to put your skills to work, driving meaningful and enduring change while enjoying a rewarding career. The Opportunity We are currently seeking an Inventory Analyst join our Commercial team in St. John's, NL. This is a permanent position, working a Monday to Friday schedule, based in St. John's. Travel to Long Harbour and Voisey's Bay will be on an as-needed basis. As an Inventory Analyst, you will be responsible for collecting and analyzing data, making improvement recommendations, problem solving, planning and prioritizing work with specific deadlines, coordinating tasks and activities with other departments, creating replenishment requisitions for warehouse inventory. The incumbent will provide ongoing support to warehousing, procurement and operations, coordinate initiatives and provide an excellent standard of service that will meet the needs of the business. Additionally, in this position you will:

• Analyze inventory data to forecast demand, identify anomalies, and recommend inventory level adjustments.
• Create and manage warehouse replenishment requisitions based on set parameters and analysis.
• Set and maintain inventory parameters to balance service levels, cost, and operational requirements.
• Evaluate outputs from inventory planning tools and recommend alternative actions when needed.
• Collaborate with Operations, Warehousing, and Procurement to support inventory planning and execution.
• Analyze obsolete, non-moving, and critical inventory and support coordinated optimization initiatives.

What We Offer You

• Competitive compensation including a variable annual incentive plan
• Participation in a competitive Defined Contribution Pension package
• Comprehensive benefits package (company paid core coverage, health and dental coverage, flex accounts, disability plans and optional insurances)
• Leave for all of life's reasons (vacation, personal, sick, parental)
• Flexible work arrangements
• Work culture dedicated to safety, diversity & inclusion, and career growth
• Employee Family Assistance Program
• Virtual Healthcare online
• Online training and career development opportunities

About You Education:

• College Diploma in relevant field (Business/Supply Chain), or a combination of relevant education and experience.

Experience:

• A minimum of 1 year experience in a similar role.

Skills:

• Experience with negotiating, collaboration, and gaining consensus.
• Strong comprehension of Supply Chain and Inventory Management.
• Strong inventory process and control knowledge.
• Experience with Oniqua or SAP would be an asset.
• Proficiency with MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) is required.

Why Newfoundland and LabradorNewfoundland and Labrador, Canada's easternmost province, is known for its rugged coastline, rich cultural heritage, and significant natural resources. The province's economy is bolstered by a robust mining sector, where Vale Base Metals' integrated operations play a crucial role. At Long Harbour, we operate a state-of-the-art processing plant, which refines nickel concentrate from Vale Base Metals' Voisey's Bay mine, located in Labrador, into nickel, copper, and cobalt products. This plant is a cornerstone of our commitment to value-added processing in Canada. Meanwhile, the Voisey's Bay mine is one of the world's most substantial nickel deposits. It provides high-quality nickel, copper, and cobalt, essential for the 21^st century economy. Include to TransformAt Vale Base Metals, we are committed to ensuring an inclusive work environment where people can act like owners, being their authentic selves and empowering them to deliver results. Vale Base Metals encourages everyone to express their ideas and opinions and values the plurality of individual profiles. We want our people to feel that all voices are heard, all cultures respected and that a variety of perspectives are not only welcome – they are critical to our success. We treat each other fairly and with dignity regardless of race, gender, nationality, ethnic origin, religion, age, sexual orientation, or any other personal consideration that makes us different.
Vale is an equal opportunity employer seeking to increase diversity across our operations and improve equal opportunity at Vale and in the mining industry.
Accommodation is available throughout our recruitment process for applicants with disabilities. Employees engaged by the Company must be lawfully able to work for the Company in the country where the role is located. The Company does not provide immigration, work permit, or permanent residence sponsorship or assistance. Pay Grade: G03Apply by: Monday, May 18^th, 2026#ValeBaseMetals