The ideal candidate is responsible for developing and monitoring a supply strategy that delivers the lowest total cost, reduces inventory, and maximizes customer satisfaction.

Responsibilities

• Build strong relationships with our factories and suppliers, ensuring a continuous long-term partnership
• Material planning for the manufacturing facility
• Manage material flow for assembly lines
• Oversee all purchase orders, adjust purchase patterns, and monitor shipment and production schedules to meet plant needs
• Evaluate vendor performance to ensure the lowest cost, highest quality, and timely deliveries
• Partner with plant management to work toward deadlines and goals

Qualifications

• Industrial manufacturing industry experience is required
• 4+ years' of supervisory experience
• Supply Chain or Material Planning education / designation is a strong asset
• Ability to supervise a team
• Strong organizational and problem solving skills
• Strong negotiation and influencing skills
• Effective communication skills