Inventory Coordinator – Courtenay

GARDENWORKS is British Columbia’s largest independently owned garden centre company with 10 locations across Vancouver’s lower mainland, Vancouver Island, and South Okanagan.

Join GARDENWORKS and play a key role in inspiring people to cultivate joy and beauty in their homes, gardens, and communities.

Full-Time | 40 hours/week | $25.00 – $28.00/hour

About the Role
The Inventory Coordinator is a store-level support role that keeps our receiving operation running smoothly and accurately. You'll work closely with department managers and leads — handling the day-to-day operational and administrative tasks tied to receiving so they can stay focused on their teams, their departments, and our guests.
This is a detail-oriented, physically active role that sits at the centre of our product flow — from the moment a delivery arrives to the moment product hits the sales floor.

What you'll be doing:

Processing incoming shipments in our CounterPoint POS system, including purchase orders, invoices, and quantity adjustments
Verifying physical deliveries against packing slips and POs, and flagging any discrepancies, shortages, or damages to the relevant department manager
Keeping receiving documentation organized and moving accurately to the accounting team
Coordinating vendor returns and assisting with return-to-vendor logistics
Maintaining a clean, organized, and safe back-of-house storage area
Supporting department managers and leads with backstock movement, floor replenishment, tagging, and pricing
Assisting with physical inventory counts, cycle counts, and seasonal changeovers
Operating material handling equipment (forklift, hand trucks, pallet jacks, flatbeds) safely
Building solid working relationships with vendor reps and delivery drivers to keep receiving efficient

A few things to know about this role:

Workload is seasonal — volume increases significantly during spring setup, spring selling season, and holiday; flexibility and adaptability are essential
During slower periods, you'll support general store operations as directed by your Store Manager
Early morning start times, weekends, and some statutory holiday availability will be required during peak periods

Is This You?

Are highly detail-oriented — catching a quantity discrepancy or a missing credit memo before it becomes someone else's problem is satisfying to you
Take ownership of your systems and space — the back room, the paperwork flow, the POS records reflect your standards
Communicate proactively — you flag issues early and give people the information they need without being asked
Are comfortable working in a support function — you do your best work behind the scenes, helping others succeed
Can shift gears without losing accuracy — peak season is high-volume and fast-moving; you stay organized under pressure
Are physically capable and consistent — this role involves repeated lifting, extended time on your feet, and working in all weather
Are reliable and self-directed — you follow established procedures, manage your time well, and don't need to be micromanaged
Pick up new systems quickly — CounterPoint or similar POS/inventory software comes naturally to you, or you're motivated to learn it fast

Why You’ll Love Working Here

At GARDENWORKS, we believe our people are at the heart of everything we do. We’re committed to creating a supportive, engaging, and inspiring workplace where you can grow and thrive. Our full-time team members enjoy:

Option to join our group benefits share program (health, dental, vision)
A generous employee discount to bring home a little beauty of your own
Opportunities for professional growth and development
A vibrant, plant-filled workplace that inspires creativity and well-being

Interested?

Submit your resume and cover letter today through our website at www.gardenworks.ca/careers