Materials Manager
$79,000–$110,000 year
On-siteKitchener, Ontario, Canada
Job Summary
Materials Manager at CareHawk responsible for supplier relationships, procurement strategies, inventory control, planning, and cross-functional coordination; leads negotiations with suppliers; manages shipping, receiving, and warehousing; ensures accurate material forecasting, cycle counts, and balance between cost and quality; implements ERP/MRP, analyzes KPIs, and ensures compliance with industry regulations; collaborates with sales, engineering, project management, and production to meet customer demands and drive continuous improvement; supports risk management and business continuity planning across cross-border shipments.
Required Qualifications
- 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
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