Technical Material Expeditor

Thales

13d•$70,000 - $85,000•Hybrid

About The Position

In fast changing markets, customers worldwide rely on Thales. Thales is a business where brilliant people from all over the world come together to share ideas and inspire each other. In aerospace, transportation, defence, security and space, our architects design innovative solutions that make our tomorrow's possible. Technical Material Expediter Mill Bay, BC- Hybrid Regulatory Compliance Requirements Requires direct or indirect access to hardware, software, technology or technical data controlled under the Canadian Export Control List, the ITAR or the EAR Requires a positive Controlled Goods assessment as you will have direct access to hardware, software, technology or technical data controlled under the Canadian Controlled Goods Program Required to obtain and maintain a Security Clearance at the NATO Secret Level Position Summary We have a current vacancy for a Technical Material Expediter who ensures all customer-facing service delivery work has the required materials. The Technical Material Expediter has the additional task of identifying and coordinating alternate sources of material when the primary source is unavailable.

Requirements

At least 3 years’ experience working with the Military, and/or on a Defence contract or project
Excellent communication and people skills; adept at interfacing between multiple internal/external stakeholders
Strong computer literacy and proficient in MS Office Suite, specifically Excel
Previous experience working with SAP, MAXIMO or other Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system
Strong clerical skills, with high attention to detail with the ability to multi-task and work autonomously
Strong organizational skills and ability to balance multiple priorities
Experience working within procurement, finance, project management or Supply Chain & Warehousing environments
Open minded and able to listen; share ideas while bringing added value / capturing innovation
Must meet all federal government requirements to access Canadian government facilities, including naval dockyards.
This position requires direct or indirect access to hardware, software or technical information controlled under the Canadian Export Control List, the Canadian Controlled Goods Program, the Canadian Industrial Security Program, the US International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or the US Export Administration Regulations (EAR). All applicants must be eligible or able to obtain authorization for such access including eligibility to the Canadian Controlled Goods Program and able to obtain a Canadian NATO Secret clearance.

Nice To Haves

Defence Industry experience an asset
Knowledge of Material Logistics methods and implementation
Experience with the Defence Resource Management Information System (DRMIS) an asset

Responsibilities

Generate, communicate and update a Work Period-focused materials availability schedule to each Service Lead
Corrective Maintenance (unplanned) material prime.
Create material demand in the Thales systems, track and update reservations to support work items
Review Bills-of-Material (BOMs) for Preventative Maintenance Short Work Periods, requesting changes as required from LCMMs
Set material Priority and escalate to Service Delivery Management when required
Resolve material requirements that are unavailable for the Work, coordinating with Supply Support Specialists, the Material Demand Planner, and the Service Lead.
Investigate and advise on alternative methods of obtaining outstanding material where required.
Raise requisitions for material and equipment required to support maintenance activities
Track material availability and delivery dates for each service period, and communicate to the service team the impact and dates of each item
Initiate of the materials obsolescence process when required
Participate in regular team meetings, advising on material status, and recommending remedial action for any potential issues
Complete assigned tasks within time and cost constraints to meet contracted Key Performance Indicator (KPI) requirements within the program in accordance with Thales policy
Participate in root-cause investigations for material, as required
Other duties as assigned by Management.

Benefits

Thales provides an extensive benefits program for all full-time employees working 24 or more hours per week and their eligible dependents, including the following:
Company paid Extended Health, Dental, HSA, Life, AD&D, Short-term Disability, Cancer Care Program, travel insurance, Employee Assistance Plan and Well-Being program.
Retirement Savings Plans (RRSP, DCPP, TFSA) with a company contribution and a match to a DCPP, with no vesting period.
Company paid holidays, vacation days, and paid sick leave.
Voluntary Life, AD&D, Critical Illness, Long-Term Disability.
Employee Discounts on home, auto, and gym membership.

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