Materials Manager

CareHawk•Kitchener, ON

3d•CA$79,000 - CA$110,000

About The Position

At CareHawk, we provide safety through technology, directly impacting the safety and security of students, staff, and long-term care residents across North America, and that's a rewarding feeling. We value giving back and caring for the most vulnerable in our communities, which drives our constant innovation and mission as an established leader in safety communications. We are looking for a skilled Materials Manager to play a critical role in managing supplier relationships, supporting contract requirements and deliverables, and leading negotiations for a wide range of procurement activities, while supporting our core values of respectfulness, trustworthiness, teamwork, creativity, and safety. The Materials Manager will coordinate and supervise shipping, receiving, and warehouse activities, oversee and manage the processes of inventory control, production planning, and scheduling.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in supply management, Business Administration, Operations Management, or a related field
Minimum of 5 years of experience in a relevant industry, such as manufacturing logistics, electronic communication systems supply
Strong financial acumen, budget management experience, and a strategic mindset
Proven track record of success in optimizing operations, driving process improvements, and achieving strategic goals
Skilled in cost analysis, material forecasting, and inventory management
Strong in vendor negotiations and risk analysis for supply chain reliability
Proficient in ERP and MRP functionality and reporting for resource management, inventory control, and reporting
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with an ability to adapt to changing priorities
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively across diverse teams and suppliers
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced and dynamic work environment

Responsibilities

Develop, negotiate, and execute operational and procurement strategies aligned with the company’s overall goals and objectives
Oversee and manage the planning, procurement, storage, control, and distribution of materials and products within the organization according to company needs and customer requirements
Align demand with sourcing activities
Maintain accurate inventory levels, control stock, and minimize waste through efficient storage and distribution
Control inventory levels to ensure availability of material during emergencies
Define and execute physical inventory and/or cycle count policy
Predict material needs based on production schedules, sales forecasts, and business needs
Ensure accurate material forecasting to optimize inventory levels and minimize shortages or overstock situations
Ensure adherence to budgetary restrictions and strive for cost optimization, and identify opportunities for material efficiency enhancements without compromising on quality and performance
Collaborate cross-functionally to align material purchases with sales, engineering, project management, and production functions/planning teams to meet customer demands, achieve business targets, streamline material flow, and identify opportunities for process improvement
Ensure compliance with industry regulations and standards
Lead negotiations for contracts for the organization and work out agreements with suppliers to achieve cost-effective and strong supplier partnerships for product delivery
Coordinate the delivery of materials, ensuring timely and accurate shipments
Maintain and review procurement records for deliveries, materials quantity, specifications, costs, and items purchased, including contract agreements, proposals, and product performance evaluations
Establish and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to evaluate material efficiencies, assess the effectiveness of material management practices, and drive strategic decision-making
Evaluate suppliers based on delivery speed for their products and services, price, and quality
Meet with vendors and staff to discuss unacceptable and defective products and establish corrective action
Evaluating and monitoring contracts to ensure suppliers and vendors are complying with terms and conditions
Supervise, evaluate, and coach subordinates
Coordinating and supervising receiving and warehousing procedures
Lead, implement, and maintain ERP system and departmental processes for Purchasing, Inventory and Receiving (i.e., cycle counting, month-end activities, reconciliation, etc.)
Demonstrate strong knowledge of cross-border shipping and logistics regulations
Effectively manage tariff classification and shipping component logistics across international borders
Stay current with industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices to drive innovation within the operations department
Monitor market trends and supplier performance to facilitate continuous improvement in procurement activities
Develop and implement risk management and business continuity plans to mitigate material disruptions
Conduct risk management for supply contracts and agreements, anticipating and mitigating potential issues
Other duties assigned