Material Manager

Under the supervision of the Plant Manager, the Material Manager will manage the planner-buyer team as well as the inventory team. Their responsibilities will include coordinating activities related to production planning and purchasing raw materials in North America and overseas. They will be required to establish the Lachine plant’s requirements in terms of manpower, raw materials, and finished products. Please note that this position is on-site. Key responsibilities Lead and support your team using a continuous development approach. Prepare and manage the master production schedule. Identify difficult situations in order to find solutions with all relevant stakeholders. Analyze ad hoc events (e.g., promotions, customer additions, store openings) to determine their impact on production, transportation, and supply. Ensure clear and timely communications. Follow up throughout the year on the forecasts made by the master planners in order to adjust the master production schedules and production level as needed. Support the new product development teams by acting as a liaison between the sales/marketing and operations departments. Ensure the communication tools outlining important upcoming events are up to date. Calculate safety stocks for interplant products (i.e., products stored in a plant other than the production plant) to ensure a level of service corresponding to the company’s objectives, delivery schedules, and strategic vision. Actively participate in continuous improvement projects for operations and business processes. Professional skills/qualifications Minimum level of education and/or specialization: Bachelor of Administration / Operations Management Minimum relevant experience: 10 years in planning, procurement, and personnel management. Special skills and requirements: Bilingual (written and spoken) Analytical skills Experience in a manufacturing environment Knowledge of SAP (asset) Mastery of MS Office (Excel) Excellent communication skills Ability to listen to, understand, motivate, and influence others Leadership skills Organization skills Autonomy Team spirit High stress threshold Supervision The team of buyers and planners of the Lachine plant

The Material Manager will manage the planner-buyer team and the inventory team, coordinating production planning and purchasing raw materials. They will also prepare and manage the master production schedule and analyze events impacting production and supply.

Candidates must have a bachelor's degree in Administration or Operations Management and at least 10 years of relevant experience in planning, procurement, and personnel management. Bilingualism and strong analytical and leadership skills are also required.

Relevées dans la description du poste. Confirmez les exigences importantes ci-dessus.

• Bilingual
• Analytical Skills
• Manufacturing Experience
• SAP Knowledge
• MS Office Mastery
• Communication Skills
• Leadership Skills
• Organization Skills
• Autonomy
• Team Spirit
• High Stress Threshold

• Management & Leadership
• Manufacturing
• Logistics

Formation minimale

Baccalauréat

Expérience minimale

10+ ans

Postuler avant le

15 août 2026

Langue de l’offre

anglais

Heures de travail

40 heures par semaine

Niveau d’expérience

Associate

Mode de candidature

La candidature directe est offerte