Inventory Analyst Co-Op (Waterdown, CAN)
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 18, 2026. First seen by Alion on Sep 10, 2026. L3Harris Technologies scores A on the Alion truth index.
Inventory Analyst Co-op
Reference #43018
Waterdown, Ontario
About L3HARRIS WESCAM
As a subsidiary of L3Harris Technologies and within the Integrated Mission Systems Segment, the WESCAM division develops the most advanced optical sensor and targeting systems for global defense and military sectors, National Security, Search & Rescue and Airborne law enforcement agencies. From long-range covert surveillance missions to search and rescue operations, our MX-series systems, and the mission systems solutions they are a part of, produce stabilized high-magnification electro1-optical and infrared images from airborne, marine and ground based platforms, enabling our customers to see first and act first.
About the Role
This is a 16 month role (with occasional 12 month opportunities available). The Supply Chain Management Inventoy Analyst Co-op holds a key responsibility in maintianing appropriate Production Inventory levels and developing solutions to mitigate undesirable increases in those levels. They investigate Inventory anomolies and collaborate cross-functionally across the greater oprganization to develope and execute mitigation plans. This role demands strong communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills, as well as the ability to create and maintain reports for Key Performance Indicators in Supply Chain Management. The Co-op actively supports Continuous Improvement initiatives and is proficient in data analysis within a team-oriented environment.
Primary Responsibilities
- Identify inventory avoidance/reduction opportunities
- Working with all departments to drive inventory reduction opportunities
- Generation of inventory metric reporting, management and control
- Measure specific categories of inventory against key metrics
- Provide analysis of metrics including recommendations for action to improve performance
- Hands on management of obsolete inventory via sales, rework, or scrap
- Assist in forecasting appropriate levels of stock
- Manage/reduce excess to MRP inventory
- Participate on Inventory Focused project teams as assigned
- Assist on a daily basis in evaluating changes in demand and configurations as they relate to overall inventory levels and stranded inventory
- Other duties as required
Required Capabilities
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Highly energized, results oriented problem solver
- Strong understanding of Inventory and Production Control processes
- Ability to learn and grow within a fast paced environment
- Proficiency in MS Excel
- Data analysis capability
- Knowledge of SQL is an asset
Desired Education and Experiences
- Enrolled in a College/University level Business Program
Diversity & Inclusion
We believe that diversity among our employees makes us a stronger organization.
We are committed to diversity and inclusion within our L3Harris WESCAM family, and our community by welcoming and encouraging applications from anyone interested without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran's status, Aboriginal status or any other legally-protected groups. For people with disabilities, we work with you throughout the recruitment process to ensure you have what you need in order to be at your best. If you require any accommodation for any part of the recruitment/interview process, or as you begin your career with us just let us know and we will take care of you.
This job description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of responsibilities, skills, efforts or working conditions associated with this job. Management reserves the right to modify, add or remove duties as necessary.