Material Manager

Job summary

The Material Manager oversees the planning, procurement, and inventory control processes to ensure the timely availability of materials for production. This role also involves leading team members, developing KPIs, and coordinating with cross-functional departments to optimize workflow and maintain inventory accuracy.

Job details

As a global leader in radiation safety, detection and measurement, Mirion Technologies is advancing radiation safety through innovative technologies and solutions. The Material Manager is responsible for overseeing the planning, procurement, shipping, receiving, storage, inventory control, and timely availability of materials required for daily operations and production. This role ensures that materials are available when needed while maintaining appropriate inventory levels, controlling costs, and minimizing waste and shortages. Core Duties/Responsibilities Lead, train and mentor team members on key processes and metrics. Provide training and development opportunities for team members to enhance their skills and effectiveness in material management. Document and enforce all processes related to inventory control, planning, material movement and procurement. Develop reports and Key Performance Indicators (KPI) to track progress against division goals. Create and maintain master schedules that align production capabilities with customer demand. Work with Quality, Engineering, Finance, and sales to support customer requirements, audits, visits and traceability requirements. Coordinate with Engineering and Production to determine material requirements for each job. Ensure material traceability and identification is maintained throughout receiving, storage, cutting, machining, and production. Monitor material yield and scrap rates and act as required. Schedule production activities on the shop floor to optimize workflow and meet delivery deadlines. Coordinate receiving, storage, handling, and distribution of materials. Review material requirements and ensure purchase orders and deliveries align with production schedules. Track supplier performance and support new supplier onboarding initiatives. Prepare and present regular reports on inventory levels, production schedules, and other relevant metrics to senior management. Coordinate and supervise annual physical inventory and periodic cycle counting to ensure inventory accuracy. Foster a culture of continuous improvement by encouraging team members to identify and implement process enhancements. All other duties as assigned. Essential Requirements Proficiency in inventory management systems and production planning software. ERP experience preferred. Strong understanding of lean manufacturing principles and methodologies. Ability to analyze data, identify trends, and make informed decisions. Excellent verbal and written communication skills for effective collaboration with team members, suppliers, and cross-functional departments. Strong problem-solving abilities to multitask to accommodate business needs. Strong attention to detail to ensure accuracy in material scheduling Additional Requirements Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and other relevant software tools. Certifications in supply chain management, such as APICS CPIM or CSCP, are a plus. Skill/Knowledge & Other Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, Business Administration, or a related field. 5-10 years of experience in materials management, production planning, or supply chain roles. 2-3 years of experience in a manufacturing facility. Mirion Technologies (IST Canada) ULC is in compliant with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and the Ontario Human Rights Code. We are an equal opportunity employer that is committed in providing accommodations for applicants with disabilities upon request at any stage of the recruitment process. Please advise the Human Resources Department of any accommodations you may need during the recruitment process.

What you’ll do

The Material Manager oversees the planning, procurement, and inventory control processes to ensure the timely availability of materials for production. This role also involves leading team members, developing KPIs, and coordinating with cross-functional departments to optimize workflow and maintain inventory accuracy.

Requirements

Candidates must possess a bachelor's degree in a relevant field and 5-10 years of experience in materials management or supply chain roles. Proficiency in ERP systems, lean manufacturing principles, and strong analytical and communication skills are essential for this position.

Listed skills

• Production Planning · Preferred
• Problem solving · Preferred
• Supply chain management · Preferred
• Quality assurance · Preferred
• Data analysis · Preferred
• Material Handling · Preferred
• Communication · Preferred
• Lean Manufacturing · Preferred
• Team Leadership · Preferred
• Inventory management · Preferred
• Microsoft Office Suite · Preferred
• Process Improvement · Preferred
• Procurement · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Inventory management
• Production planning
• ERP software
• Lean manufacturing
• Data analysis
• Supply chain management
• Procurement
• Material handling
• KPI development
• Master scheduling
• Quality assurance
• Process improvement
• Team leadership
• Communication
• Problem-solving
• Microsoft Office Suite
• Shipping And Receiving
• Supply Chain
• Workflow Management
• Planning
• Production Planning
• Microsoft Excel
• Auditing
• Business Administration
• Management
• Certified in Planning and Inventory Management
• Continuous Improvement Process
• Training And Development
• APICS Certified Supply Chain Professional
• Customer Demand Planning
• Cycle Counting
• Finance
• Sales
• Leadership
• Innovation
• Inventory Control
• Inventory Management System
• Problem Solving
• Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
• Lean Manufacturing
• Machining
• Materials Management
• Microsoft Office
• Multitasking
• Operations Management
• Operations
• Physical Inventory
• Microsoft PowerPoint
• Purchasing
• Radiation Protection

Job areas

• Manufacturing
• Logistics
• Management & Leadership
• Engineering
• Materials Manager
• Materials Planner
• Production Clerks
• Logisticians

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