MATERIAL PLANNING MANAGEMENT

Original job posting

The Material and Logistics Manager is responsible for implementing inventory management best practices and managing the end-to-end supply chain to avoid production interruptions. This includes overseeing warehouse operations, coordinating production workflow for three lines, and managing supplier relationships.

Job details

Job description: As part of the Production team, the Material and Logistics Manager is responsible for the effective implementation and driving of the inventory management best practices. This includes managing inventory control, warehouse, distribution, replenishment plans and ongoing supplier relationships. DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: • Manage all inbound materials to avoid production interruptions, stock-outs, and schedule changes. • Work closely with hourly production employees to make sure materials are where they should be and move as required. • Implement rigorous cycle counting and enforce accurate bin locations to eliminate year-end counts with systematic and accurate inventory counts. • Work with in-house and corporate purchasing and place purchase orders and order parts when necessary. • Utilize the full supply chain to reduce raw material overall, while decreasing stockouts • Develop, implement, and monitor performance metrics for transportation, shipping, and receiving. • Work within our ERP to see problems before they arise and act accordingly. • Manage suppliers to reduce late shipments, missing components, pricing errors, etc. • Schedule usage of production materials to ensure optimal production levels while coordinating production workflow for three production lines. • Planning and prioritizing operations, determining manpower, equipment and raw materials needed to cover production demand. • Produce reports based on findings and performance of production. • Identify and resolve problems relating to inventory and material supply flow. • Using market forecasts, customer orders, and competitive analysis to anticipate necessary production changes. • Coordinating with other departments to ensure the timely receipt, delivery, and transaction of goods. Profile description: The ideal candidate will bring the following technical qualifications and expertise: • Post-secondary education within Engineering, Accounting, or Supply Chain • Previous experience using SAP is considered an asset. • Previous knowledge and experience in manufacturing, logistics, and/or supply chain management • Knowledge of operations, warehouse management, and inventory control • Solid project management and decision-making skills • Analysis and data management skills • Good organizational, time management and attention to details • Six Sigma Training and workplace exposure is an asset. This role reports to the Plant Director and oversees the Raw material Planner and the Production Planner. We offer: Why Work at Ariston Canada: Medical and health insurance RRSP matching program Paid time off, including vacation and statutory holidays Professional, collaborative, and respectful work environment Opportunities for career growth and skill development Work for a global brand with a strong local presence Commitment to safety, quality, and excellence

What you’ll do

The Material and Logistics Manager is responsible for implementing inventory management best practices and managing the end-to-end supply chain to avoid production interruptions. This includes overseeing warehouse operations, coordinating production workflow for three lines, and managing supplier relationships.

Requirements

Candidates should have post-secondary education in Engineering, Accounting, or Supply Chain, with experience in manufacturing and logistics. Proficiency in SAP and Six Sigma training are considered strong assets.

Benefits

• Medical And Health Insurance • RRSP Matching Program • Paid Time Off • Vacation • Statutory Holidays • Career Growth Opportunities • Skill Development

Listed skills

• SAP · Preferred
• Production Planning · Preferred
• Supply chain management · Preferred
• ERP · Preferred
• Data analysis · Preferred
• Decision Making · Preferred
• Logistics · Preferred
• Demand Forecasting · Preferred
• Project management · Preferred
• Inventory management · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Inventory Management
• Warehouse Management
• Supply Chain Management
• SAP
• Project Management
• Data Analysis
• Six Sigma
• Production Planning
• Logistics
• ERP
• Cycle Counting
• Supplier Relationship Management
• Demand Forecasting
• Resource Planning
• Performance Metrics
• Decision Making

Job areas

• Logistics
• Manufacturing
• Management & Leadership
• Engineering
• Transportation