Material Planner - Costumes
Top Benefits
About the role
Material Planner - Costumes
Creations and Productions
Permanent Position
We were born from an eclectic troop of performers. Come live the experience of being yourself every day to create the extraordinary.
OUR MISSION
Since 1984, Cirque du Soleil Entertainment Group has been focusing on ever more creative and magical work in order to constantly push the limits of the imagination and surprise spectators! Innovation and creativity are at the heart of our shows and will continue to transcend our upcoming productions around the world.
Today, we have a place for those who have a marked taste for thinking up exceptional products, for ensuring the smooth running of operations, for putting their ingenuity at the service of their team, in addition to contributing to enhancing their expertise and develop practices unique to Cirque du Soleil!
So don't wait any longer and join the Cirque adventure! You will meet ambitious people and people passionate about the world of entertainment!
YOUR MISSION
Reporting to the Costume Operations Director, the Planner acts as an advisor in decision-making and aligning activities related to subcontracting of semi-finished goods and production planning. They also serve as a liaison between the textile department, subcontractors, purchasing department, and internal teams, ensuring smooth execution of the supply chain. Their role includes MRP analysis, order management, manufacturing process optimization, and direct support for daily planning operations.
Key Responsibilities
Planning Department:
MRP Analysis and Order Management:
- Convert planned orders into manufacturing orders.
- Confirm and validate purchase requisitions (PRs) based on inventory levels, supplier lead times, and production needs.
- Approve purchase requests and validate expressed needs to ensure the achievement of operational and financial objectives.
Cross-functional Communication:
- Proactively identify and communicate production, supply, and capacity issues to internal stakeholders (purchasing, production, logistics, customer service).
Process Optimization:
- Continuously monitor manufacturing routing times.
- Recommend and implement adjustments to improve planning accuracy.
Operational Support:
- Provide support to the planning team during peak periods or staff absences to maintain process continuity.
Subcontracting Department
Link with External Semi-Finished Goods:
- Act as the operational contact for semi-finished goods subcontractors.
- Maintain ongoing communication to ensure deadlines and quality standards are met.
- Participate in the identification, evaluation, and onboarding of new subcontracting partners.
YOUR UNIQUE EXPERTISE
- College diploma in production management, logistics, or a related field
- Significant experience in production planning, purchasing management, or subcontractor coordination
- Strong proficiency in Excel and SAP
- Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills
- Proactive mindset, attention to detail, and ability to prioritize effectively
- Bilingualism (French and English) preferred
To keep pace with the creation, production and distribution of our products, our employer proposal is unique.
HERE IS AN OVERVIEW
- An inclusive hybrid work mode based on team experience and flexible working hours
- Access to an individual office on the days you come to the Montreal Studio, a stimulating environment that will allow you to put all your creativity to good use
- A culture focused on the development of fair practices and unifying events
- Professional growth focused on high quality projects to propel your career
- A group insurance program, RRSPs and other benefits that we will be happy to present to you
- Personalized support adapted to your professional ambitions: training program, regular check-ins, inter-team contribution.
Cirque du Soleil Entertainment Group is committed to creating and maintaining an accessible and inclusive workplace. Proud ambassador of equality in employment, Cirque du Soleil Entertainment Group is committed to eliminating discrimination based on age, skin color, origins, religion, sex, sexual orientation and any other characteristic. Neutral and inclusive writing is now preferred for all new job postings.
About Cirque du Soleil Entertainment Group
Cirque du Soleil Entertainment Group is a world leader in live entertainment. Building on four decades of pushing the boundaries of the imagination, the Company brings its creative approach to a large variety of entertainment forms, such as multimedia productions, immersive experiences, and special events. Cirque du Soleil Entertainment Group celebrates 40 years of defying reality, defining entertainment, and illuminating the world through art and creativity. Since its creation in 1984, more than 400 million people have been inspired on 6 continents and 86 countries. The Canadian company now employs more than 4000 employees, including 1200 artists from 80 different nationalities. For more information about Cirque du Soleil Entertainment Group, please visit cirquedusoleil.com.
Material Planner - Costumes
Top Benefits
About the role
Material Planner - Costumes
Creations and Productions
Permanent Position
We were born from an eclectic troop of performers. Come live the experience of being yourself every day to create the extraordinary.
OUR MISSION
Since 1984, Cirque du Soleil Entertainment Group has been focusing on ever more creative and magical work in order to constantly push the limits of the imagination and surprise spectators! Innovation and creativity are at the heart of our shows and will continue to transcend our upcoming productions around the world.
Today, we have a place for those who have a marked taste for thinking up exceptional products, for ensuring the smooth running of operations, for putting their ingenuity at the service of their team, in addition to contributing to enhancing their expertise and develop practices unique to Cirque du Soleil!
So don't wait any longer and join the Cirque adventure! You will meet ambitious people and people passionate about the world of entertainment!
YOUR MISSION
Reporting to the Costume Operations Director, the Planner acts as an advisor in decision-making and aligning activities related to subcontracting of semi-finished goods and production planning. They also serve as a liaison between the textile department, subcontractors, purchasing department, and internal teams, ensuring smooth execution of the supply chain. Their role includes MRP analysis, order management, manufacturing process optimization, and direct support for daily planning operations.
Key Responsibilities
Planning Department:
MRP Analysis and Order Management:
- Convert planned orders into manufacturing orders.
- Confirm and validate purchase requisitions (PRs) based on inventory levels, supplier lead times, and production needs.
- Approve purchase requests and validate expressed needs to ensure the achievement of operational and financial objectives.
Cross-functional Communication:
- Proactively identify and communicate production, supply, and capacity issues to internal stakeholders (purchasing, production, logistics, customer service).
Process Optimization:
- Continuously monitor manufacturing routing times.
- Recommend and implement adjustments to improve planning accuracy.
Operational Support:
- Provide support to the planning team during peak periods or staff absences to maintain process continuity.
Subcontracting Department
Link with External Semi-Finished Goods:
- Act as the operational contact for semi-finished goods subcontractors.
- Maintain ongoing communication to ensure deadlines and quality standards are met.
- Participate in the identification, evaluation, and onboarding of new subcontracting partners.
YOUR UNIQUE EXPERTISE
- College diploma in production management, logistics, or a related field
- Significant experience in production planning, purchasing management, or subcontractor coordination
- Strong proficiency in Excel and SAP
- Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills
- Proactive mindset, attention to detail, and ability to prioritize effectively
- Bilingualism (French and English) preferred
To keep pace with the creation, production and distribution of our products, our employer proposal is unique.
HERE IS AN OVERVIEW
- An inclusive hybrid work mode based on team experience and flexible working hours
- Access to an individual office on the days you come to the Montreal Studio, a stimulating environment that will allow you to put all your creativity to good use
- A culture focused on the development of fair practices and unifying events
- Professional growth focused on high quality projects to propel your career
- A group insurance program, RRSPs and other benefits that we will be happy to present to you
- Personalized support adapted to your professional ambitions: training program, regular check-ins, inter-team contribution.
Cirque du Soleil Entertainment Group is committed to creating and maintaining an accessible and inclusive workplace. Proud ambassador of equality in employment, Cirque du Soleil Entertainment Group is committed to eliminating discrimination based on age, skin color, origins, religion, sex, sexual orientation and any other characteristic. Neutral and inclusive writing is now preferred for all new job postings.
About Cirque du Soleil Entertainment Group
Cirque du Soleil Entertainment Group is a world leader in live entertainment. Building on four decades of pushing the boundaries of the imagination, the Company brings its creative approach to a large variety of entertainment forms, such as multimedia productions, immersive experiences, and special events. Cirque du Soleil Entertainment Group celebrates 40 years of defying reality, defining entertainment, and illuminating the world through art and creativity. Since its creation in 1984, more than 400 million people have been inspired on 6 continents and 86 countries. The Canadian company now employs more than 4000 employees, including 1200 artists from 80 different nationalities. For more information about Cirque du Soleil Entertainment Group, please visit cirquedusoleil.com.