Materials Manager Canada

SertaSimmonsBedding; Calgary; On-site; CAD 85,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company in Calgary is seeking a dedicated Raw Materials Manager to oversee the supply chain's efficiency in a Lean manufacturing environment. The ideal candidate will have 8-10 years of experience, a BA/BS degree, and strong skills in ERP systems. This role includes planning and managing the inventory of raw materials, implementing safety policies, and optimizing processes. Competitive benefits and career development opportunities are offered, alongside a commitment to employee well-being.

Benefits

Competitive benefits

Job training and development

Employee discount on products

Qualifications

• 8-10 years related experience in a Lean manufacturing environment.
• Experience with OSHA regulations.
• Ability to manage material lifecycle and reduce waste.

Responsibilities

• Manage supply of raw materials for production.
• Plan, order, and execute storage of critical materials.
• Create and issue quality alerts for raw materials.

Skills

Proficient in ERP systems

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Strong computer skills

Education

BA/BS Degree in a related field

Equivalent work experience

APICS/CPM certification preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Summary

Manages constant supply of raw materials required to support production in a high velocity, just-in-time, make-to-order, Lean manufacturing environment

Duties & Responsibilities

Foster a safety culture and the implementation of safety policies and training in compliance with the company safety program and OSHA regulations to eliminate work related injuries

Manage timely receipt and disposition of materials

Plan, order, execute and manage storage of critical raw materials in accordance with supplier selections and guidelines provided by Sourcing Operations using MAP/MRP system

Oversee Lean raw material replenishment and storage on the production floor, including initial set up, daily usage estimates, trigger points, and reorder quantities

Plan for material life cycle management and elimination of obsolete inventory items. Work to reduce waste through the value chain

Create and issue quality alerts

Report on quality defects of raw materials to Sourcing Operations for resolution

Maintain accurate inventory levels in line with cost and service goals by using MRP system and taking cycle counts as needed to resolve discrepancies

Participate in cycle count process and ensure that materials are stored in the designated locations

Maintain an optimum inbound delivery profile. Assist with inbound freight cost management

Assist Supply Chain Manager by identifying opportunities to improve KRA's (key results areas) while growing the business through service excellence

Functional/Technical Competencies Experience/Education

8-10 years related experience in a Lean manufacturing environment

BA/BS Degree in a related field or equivalent work experience

Strong computer (proficient in ERP systems and Microsoft Office Suite), analytical and organizational skills

Experience with OSHA

APICS/CPM certification preferred

Up to 25% travel

Job Factors/Work Environments Key Relationships Competencies

Come Dream with Us!

When you join Serta Simmons Bedding, you become part of our 150-year legacy of sleep solutions with endless opportunities to impact our future for centuries to come. Once you’re here, you’ll be part of a winning company that invests and supports our team members’ career journeys. We offer competitive benefits, job training, learning and development, and other employee perks such as our employee discount on all products.

Employees are required to comply with COVID policies established by a vendor or customer.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer

It is our policy that discrimination against any individual on the basis of race, color, sex, religion, ancestry or national origin, age, citizenship status, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability (with or without reasonable accommodations), status as a disabled veteran or veteran of the Vietnam era, or political affiliation is strictly prohibited.

SSH Bedding Canada Co. is proud to provide employment accommodation during the recruitment process. Should you require any accommodations please indicate your needs on your cover letter and we will work with you to meet your accessibility needs.