Materials Manager

Johnson Electric • Mississauga, ON

9d • CA$115,000 - CA$125,000 • Onsite

About The Position

As our next Materials Manager, you’ll be at the forefront of managing material control, inventory systems, logistics operations, and shipping/receiving activities. Your expertise in supply chain management, inventory optimization, and logistics operations will be critical in ensuring material availability, operational efficiency, customer satisfaction, and cost-effective execution of supply chain activities.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Computer Studies, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• 3+ years of experience in logistics, materials management, or supply chain operations
• Strong understanding of supply chain, inventory control, and logistics processes
• Experience with ERP systems, preferably CMS ERP
• Strong computer and data management skills
• Excellent communication, leadership, and relationship management abilities
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills with a results-oriented mindset

Nice To Haves

• Experience in automotive manufacturing environments
• Knowledge of EDI systems and ASN management
• Experience managing supplier performance programs
• Experience with customs, transportation, and international trade processes
• Continuous improvement or Lean supply chain experience

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage material control, inventory management, shipping, and receiving operations
• Drive inventory optimization while ensuring uninterrupted production support
• Coach and develop supervisors and direct reports to achieve safety, quality, cost, and delivery objectives
• Collaborate with Operations and department leaders to meet business and budget goals
• Monitor supplier performance related to delivery, service, quality, and compliance
• Manage raw materials, work-in-process, and finished goods inventories while maintaining FIFO practices
• Minimize transportation and logistics costs for inbound and outbound shipments
• Coordinate supplier returns, hold areas, and dunnage management activities
• Maintain supplier performance reporting and supply chain records
• Liaise with suppliers, customers, customs brokers, and transportation carriers
• Monitor EDI transactions, ASN processes, and customer shipping requirements
• Ensure compliance with quality, safety, environmental, and customer standards

Benefits

• Competitive pay and benefits
• Opportunities to participate in community service and corporate social responsibility initiatives
• Access to state-of-the-art facilities and innovation hubs
• A culture that empowers employees to take initiative and make impactful decisions
• Work on a variety of projects across different industries, gaining broad experience

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level