Material Manager (4-month contract)

Telecon; Port Hope; Remote; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading telecommunications services provider is seeking a Material Manager for a 4-month temporary contract. This remote role involves managing material activities for projects, forecasting requirements, and coordinating procurements. Ideal candidates will have a bachelor's degree and 2-3 years of related experience. Strong organizational, communication, and analytical skills are essential, along with a knowledge of telecom infrastructure materials.

Benefits

Dynamic working environment

Training for technical positions

Health and safety prioritized

Inclusive and equitable workplace

Qualifications

• Minimum 2-3 years of experience in material or logistics management, preferably in telecommunications or construction.
• Strong understanding of telecom infrastructure materials (fiber, coax, hardware, etc.) is an asset.
• Valid driver's license and willingness to travel to project sites as needed.

Responsibilities

• Plan and manage all material-related activities for projects.
• Forecast material requirements and coordinate procurement.
• Monitor inventory and coordinate material deliveries.

Skills

Material management

Logistics management

Procurement coordination

Inventory management

Organizational skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Engineering, or related field

Tools

MS Excel

ERP/inventory management systems

Job description

Overview

Telecon is currently looking to hire a Material Manager for a 4-month temporary contract. This role will be supporting our client based in Baltimore, Ontario. This is a remote opportunity, however there may be the occasional visit required to the client site. The ideal candidate will therefore be based in Northumberland County.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, and manage all material-related activities to support network builds and maintenance projects
• Forecast material requirements based on project schedules and coordinate timely procurement with vendors and internal teams
• Inventory management with suppliers and contractors
• Monitor inventory, and replace stock as required
• Liaise with suppliers and vendors to ensure quality, price, and delivery performance meet project needs
• Coordinate material deliveries to the construction teams
• Update orders and material tracking systems to monitor stock levels and prevent shortages or overages
• Continual follow up on consumables and replenish stock
• Lead periodic inventory audits and report discrepancies or process improvements
• Implement and maintain best practices in material handling, safety, and storage
• Create PO’s for material orders

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
• Minimum 2-3 years of experience in material or logistics management, preferably in the telecommunications, construction, or utilities industry
• Strong understanding of telecom infrastructure materials (fiber, coax, conduit, hardware, etc.) is an asset
• Proficiency in MS Excel and ERP/inventory management systems
• Excellent organizational, communication, and analytical skills
• Demonstrated ability to work in a fast-paced, project-driven environment with multiple stakeholders
• Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel to project sites as needed

Benefits & Employment Details

• A dynamic working environment where you can develop your potential
• Training for technical positions
• Health and safety first: that\'s our number 1 priority
• Telecon values different points of view and new ideas. Telecon is committed to providing a fair, inclusive, equitable, accessible and respectful workplace for all, regardless of age, gender, race, creed or background.
• We welcome and encourage applications from people with disabilities, we will be glad to provide accommodations upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.
• We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.

About Telecon

Welcome to Telecon

We Connect People. We Connect the World.

Our mission is to be the most innovative and valued communications infrastructure services partner to our customers, enabling them to play a key role in the transformation of infrastructure. From a regional telecom network builder in 1967 in Quebec (Canada), Telecon has grown into a world-class industry-leading telecom network design, locate, infrastructure and connectivity services provider. We deliver diversified and scalable best-in-class services and turnkey solutions to North American telecom operators and businesses. Our highly skilled team is firmly committed to supporting our customers in propelling tomorrow’s connectivity in our communities, businesses and homes.

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