Materials Coordinator – The Centre

Position Summary

The selected candidate will be responsible to determine the quantity and order date for materials needed to meet the master production schedule. They just also initiate purchase or production requisitions as appropriate.

About Linamar

Linamar Corporation is a Canadian diversified global manufacturing company of highly engineered products across global industries & markets. From the entrepreneurial seeds planted by our dynamic founder, to the support provided along the way, all Linamar employees are poised for success in this fast-paced and rapidly growing environment. With access to the tools you need to succeed, you will make an impact along with other motivated & engaged employees.

Key Accountabilities

· Coordination and release of vendor materials to meet daily production schedules.

· Directly influence weekly and long term production requirements for all lines, through the daily analysis of customer releases.

· Manage inventory stock levels by applying advanced inventory control techniques; monitoring and update minimum and maximum stock levels.

· Inventory management, maintain target inventory level for raw and finished good products, cycle counting and physical inventory.

· Develop and maintain weekly and daily shipping schedules for all customers and vendors.

· Utilize customer software systems to communicate their daily requirements.

· Dispute any infractions to our Customer rating when applicable.

· Maintain close support with all Subcontracting suppliers to ensure all schedules are being met.

· Expediting of all customer and vendor requirements when required.

· Coordination of transportation and vendor releases to assure the timely delivery of materials and to minimize freight costs.

· Generation of Customer and Vendor Delivery performance metrics.

· Perform monthly Physical inventory, when required by Materials Manager.

· Maintaining computerized inventory control system in conjunction with manual systems.

· Provide information to customs department for clearing incoming/outbound shipments, i.e. purchased items, raw material, machines, etc.

Minimum Requirements

· Post-secondary education, Materials Management Diploma or related experience.

· Minimum two years production planning experience in a manufacturing environment.

· Ability to calculate invoices and accept cash, cheque or credit card payments from customers.

· MRP and Web-based Customer System (Ford DDL, GM SupplyPower, DCX S.M.A.R.T.) experience is an asset. Knowledge of QS9000, TS16949 and ISO14001.

· Continuously learn on the job. Receive training in first aid and or safe use of forklifts.

Desired Characteristics

· Excellent time management skills

· Above average analytical and problem solving skills.

· Capable of working independently, multi-tasking, and organizing.

· Strong communication skills

· Flexible and adaptable to ever-changing priorities.

Why Linamar

· Opportunities for career advancement

· Assistance with approved professional designations and fees

· Community based outreach supporting both local and global initiatives and charities

· Social committees and sports teams

· Discounts for local vendors and events, including auto supplier discounts

Linamar is committed to promoting accessible recruitment as outlined in the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. Linamar will attempt to accommodate persons with a disability in an appropriate and effective manner throughout all stages of the recruitment process. Accommodations will be provided upon request.