Materials Coordinator

The Original Cakerie; London; On-site; CAD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Dessert Holdings in London, Ontario, seeks a Materials Coordinator to coordinate and expedite the flow of materials between production areas and ensure inventory levels meet production schedules. The role involves supervising material transfers, managing offsite storage, and ensuring ERP-based inventory accuracy across co-pack locations.

Responsibilities include directing thaw/temper processes, liaising with 3PL operators, and maintaining strong cross‑department communication to support

Qualifications

• Post-secondary education.
• 1–3 years of experience in warehousing or manufacturing.
• Practical knowledge of supply chain and warehouse management.
• Experience using ERP systems for inventory.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage material pallet positioning in all warehouse areas (dry, cooler, freezer).
• Conduct daily counts of materials required 4 days out.
• Assist Inventory Control with daily material reconciliation.
• Manage and direct flow of materials into the plant and divert excess to offsite storage.
• Post all transfer order POs off site to keep total inventory correct.
• Determine volume to transfer and execute transfer orders from offsite storage to the plant (FIFO).
• Direct the thaw/temper process for materials offsite and instruct 3PL operators.
• Maintain accurate ERP inventory for co-pack locations and coordinate transfers of WIP to copacker.
• Establish and maintain cooperative relationships with all departments and customers.

Skills

Supply chain knowledge

Warehouse management

Organizational skills

Time management

Problem solving with technology

Communication skills

Education

Post-secondary education

Job description

Location Type: Onsite

Materials Coordinator

Dessert Holdings is the leading premium dessert company in the world. We craft artisanal, scratch-made desserts at scale, combining culinary innovation with the finest real ingredients. With a rich heritage spanning seven distinctive brands, we bring unmatched expertise and tailored solutions to our Retail and Foodservice partners.

Dessert Holdings is looking for aMaterials Coordinatorin London, Ontario to contribute to the success of theCompanyby coordinating and expediting the flow of materials and products between various production areas and ensures material inventory levels are sufficient to meet production schedules and needs.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop and manage material pallet positioning in all areas of the warehouse (dry, cooler, freezer)
• Conduct daily counts of materials required 4 days out
• Assist Inventory Control with daily material reconciliation
• Manage and direct flow of materials into the plant as well as divert excess to offsite storage
• Post all transfer order POs off site to keep total inventory correct
• Determine volume to transfer and execute the transfer order from offsite storage to the plant following FIFO for plant requirements
• Direct the thaw/temper process for materials offsite, and instruct 3PL operators
• Maintain accurate inventory in ERP for co-pack locations and coordinate transfers of WIP, CHEP pallets to copacker
• Establish and maintain cooperative and positive relationships with all departments and customers

QUALIFICATIONS

• Post-secondary education
• Minimum of 1 to 3 years’ experience in a warehousing or manufacturing environment
• Practical knowledge of supply chain and warehouse management
• Demonstrated ability to use technology and/or computer systems for problem solving
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Ability to deal with complex problems and multiple levels of communication within the organization
• Able to work various shifts and extend working hours when required
• Excellent communication skills in a team environment both written and verbal

About Dessert Holdings

Dessert Holdings is a collection of premium dessert companies and brands: The Original Cakerie, Lawler's Desserts, Atlanta Cheesecake Company, Steven Charles, Dianne's Fine Desserts, Kenny's Great Pies, and Willamette Valley Pie Company. Dessert Holdings is owned by Bain Capital, is headquartered in St. Paul, Minnesota, employs more than 3,500 people across ten manufacturing facilities, and is continuing its journey of rapid growth.

EEO Statement

Dessert Holdings and its related entities provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, or any other characteristics protected by law.