Permanent recruitment — Inventory clerk
You hire directly, on your own payroll. We find, check and present the candidates.
Sector : Warehousing and logistics · NOC 2021 14403
The job
An inventory clerk keeps the gap between what the system says you have and what is actually on the shelves under control. They run cycle counts, investigate discrepancies, adjust quantities with a documented reason and produce the reports purchasing and accounting rely on. A good inventory clerk cuts rush orders, lost sales and year-end write-offs.
Main tasks
- Plan and carry out cycle counts and annual physical counts
- Analyse discrepancies and find the cause (receiving, picking or data-entry error, shrinkage)
- Enter adjustments with a documented reason in the ERP or WMS
- Update locations and item master data
- Produce turnover, dead-stock and inventory-value reports
- Work with purchasing on reorder points
The profile that succeeds
A good inventory clerk is curious: a discrepancy isn't a number to fix, it's a question to answer. They document every adjustment so an auditor can follow it, work well with the warehouse without blaming it, and can present a simple report to a manager who has no time to read a 2,000-row file. Discretion matters too, since they see stock values and sometimes losses.
Before you give us the mandate
- State the ERP or WMS used and the approximate number of items
- Say whether the role also involves purchasing or only quantity control
- Mention whether an annual count is planned in the first months
Usual requirements
The role needs solid Excel skills (filters, pivot tables), experience with an ERP and a methodical approach. Training in logistics or inventory management is an asset, but proven experience often counts for more.
Training and certifications (official sources)
Wage in Québec and fee
| Hourly rate | Base annual salary (40 h) | Rate | Fee per hire | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Low | $17.50 | $36,400 | 15% | $5,460 |
| Median | $23.50 | $48,880 | 15% | $7,332 |
| High | $45.60 | $94,848 | 25% | $23,712 |
Wage source : Job Bank, NOC 14403, reference title « inventory clerk », wages updated 2025-11-19, period 2023-2024, Labour Force Survey, read on 2026-10-30. Fees calculated with the Barème Enterpoint v1, before supplements.
Math at the median wage: $23.50 × 40 h × 52 weeks = $48,880. The hourly rate is not above 25 $/h: base rate of 15%. $48,880 × 15% = $7,332 (minimum $2,500 per hire).
Wages by region (Job Bank)
| Region | Low | Median | High |
|---|---|---|---|
| Montréal | $20.00 | $24.04 | $32.00 |
| Montérégie | $17.50 | $25.00 | $53.33 |
| Laval* | $21.08 | $25.66 | $34.82 |
| Capitale-Nationale* | $18.57 | $24.74 | $33.92 |
* Statistics Canada small-area estimate, 2024 period. Other figures: same source and period as the provincial table. Same source page.
What we check
We check the systems used, the kind of inventory managed (number of items, warehouse or store), real Excel level through a short exercise, and references with consent.
Timeline: depending on the role, usually a few weeks.
How we work
- You sign the agreement online and complete the Job Order (role, wage, shifts, requirements).
- We search and shortlist, then check experience, required certifications and references with consent.
- We present the shortlisted candidates with a written summary; you run your interviews and tests.
- You hire directly. Our fee is only due if you hire, and the 90-day guarantee starts on the start date.
Interview tips for the employer
- Show an extract of a variance report and ask where they'd start the investigation
- Ask for an example of a recurring discrepancy they eliminated, and how
- Test Excel live: a simple pivot table is enough
Frequently asked questions
Inventory clerk or buyer?
Both sit in the same NOC group (14403), but a buyer negotiates with suppliers; an inventory clerk controls quantities. Tell us which one you need.
Why do some regional wages have an asterisk?
They come from a Statistics Canada small-area estimate (2024 period), as Job Bank indicates; the others come from the Labour Force Survey (2023-2024).
Is a diploma required?
Not necessarily. If you require one, put it in the Job Order and we will verify it.
Can you recruit for a temporary replacement?
No. We only do permanent recruitment: you hire the candidate directly on your own payroll.
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Our terms
From 15% of base annual salary. +1 point per 2 $/h band above 25 $/h. Nothing to pay unless you hire. No fees for candidates.
90-day replacement guarantee (180 days with the supplement). If no replacement is presented within 10 business days, a 50% credit. Payment by direct deposit only, within 15 days of the start date.