Coordinator - Materials

Job summary

The Coordinator is responsible for managing the flow of materials and ensuring production schedules are met through effective supplier and customer coordination. They also oversee inventory levels, shipping schedules, and performance metrics to optimize operational efficiency.

Job details

Job Title: Coordinator- Materials Job Summary The Coordinator – Materials is responsible for coordinating and optimizing the flow of materials within the company and meeting the master production schedule. Responsibility * Coordination and release of supplier schedules to meet daily production schedule * Manage 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 minimum and maximum stock levels, and performing physical inventory counts. * Maintain weekly and daily shipping schedule for all customers and suppliers * Utilize customer software systems to communicate their daily requirements * Coordination of transportation and supplier releases to assure the timely delivery of materials and to minimize freight costs * Monitor customer and vendor delivery performance metrics. Dispute any infraction to our customer rating when applicable * Maintain computerized inventory control system in conjunction with manual systems * Monitor and manage customer consignment stock Academic/Educational Requirements * Post secondary education in materials management, or combination of education and experience Required Skills/Experience * Minimum two years experiencing in manufacturing planning * Good communication skills, ability to communicate effectively with suppliers and customers * Ability to schedule and adjust plans as needed for unexpected changes * Working Knowledge of Microsoft Office and inventory management system What Linamar Has to Offer * Competitive Compensation * Employee Benefits package includes but not limited to, Drug, Dental & Vision etc. * Opportunities for career advancement. * Sustainability Council * Community based outreach supporting both local and global initiatives and charities. * Discounts for local vendors and events, including auto supplier discounts. About Us Linamar Corporation is a Canadian-founded global manufacturer, renowned for its advanced engineering and innovative product development across diverse industries and markets. Our journey started in 1966 under the visionary leadership of our founder, and today, we remain committed to cultivating a culture of innovation and collaboration. With access to state-of-the-art tools and resources, you'll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact alongside a team of driven and passionate professionals. Join us and be part of a company where innovation, collaboration, and growth are at the heart of everything we do. 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.

What you’ll do

The Coordinator is responsible for managing the flow of materials and ensuring production schedules are met through effective supplier and customer coordination. They also oversee inventory levels, shipping schedules, and performance metrics to optimize operational efficiency.

Requirements

Candidates must have post-secondary education in materials management or a combination of relevant education and experience. A minimum of two years of experience in manufacturing planning and proficiency in Microsoft Office and inventory management systems are required.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• Employee benefits package
• Drug insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Career advancement opportunities
• Sustainability council
• Community outreach
• Discounts for local vendors
• Auto supplier discounts

Listed skills

• Production Scheduling · Preferred
• Inventory Control · Preferred
• Microsoft Office · Preferred
• Communication Skills · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Materials management
• Manufacturing planning
• Inventory control
• Production scheduling
• Supplier coordination
• Shipping coordination
• Customer release analysis
• Performance metrics monitoring
• Microsoft Office
• Communication skills
• Logistics coordination
• Inventory management systems
• Planning
• Communication
• Consignment
• Delivery Performance
• Leadership
• Innovation
• Inventory Control
• Inventory Control Systems
• Inventory Management
• Inventory Management System
• Materials Management
• New Product Development
• Physical Inventory
• Production Schedule
• Software Systems
• Visionary
• Coordinating

Job areas

• Manufacturing
• Logistics
• Administrative
• Material Coordinator
• Materials Manager
• Supply, Distribution and Related Managers
• Supply Chain Managers
• Transportation, Storage, and Distribution Managers

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