Materials Manager

Internetwork Expert; Calgary; Hybrid; CAD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and dental benefits

Hybrid work model

Paid vacation and personal days

Professional development opportunities

Education funding

Dress for Your Day

Job summary

Blackline Safety is seeking a Materials Manager to lead the Materials team in planning, procurement, inventory control, and material handling. You will drive production planning, optimize inventory, and implement ERP-driven processes across global operations.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years in operations leadership, certification in supply chain, and hands-on NetSuite experience to support financial and CRM workflows. This role offers a hybrid work model and extensive growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Superior organizational abilities and meticulous attention to detail.
• Proven time management skills with a track record of meeting deadlines.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and delegate appropriately to optimize resources.
• Hands-on experience with NetSuite ERP, including setup and reporting.

Responsibilities

• Direct inventory control, procurement, receiving, and material handling operations.
• Manage production planning and scheduling based on demand forecasts.
• Maintain optimal inventory levels to meet customer delivery timelines.
• Plan material capacity and layout for growth with ROI analysis.
• Implement MRP functionality within NetSuite ERP.
• Consolidate multiple inventory systems and align with EC constraints.
• Collaborate with global DCs to set min/max levels and lead times.
• Configure location-based put-away in ERP.
• Integrate future material systems with ERP/SMT software.
• Define KPI metrics for Materials team performance.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Time management

Task prioritization

Delegation

Education

Post-secondary certification in Supply Chain Management

Tools

NetSuite ERP

Microsoft Office

Job description

Our team at Blackline Safety is growing! As a people-driven technology company, with a mission to make sure every worker returns home safely, we drive innovation, practice resiliency, demonstrate leadership, go the extra mile for our customers, and empower our people to be their best.

Reporting to the Director, Operations, the Materials Manager drives Blackline Safety’s Materials team to world class performance in all aspects of planning, sustaining procurement, inventory control, and material handling.

Key Responsibilities

• Direct inventory control, procurement, receiving, and material handling operations.
• Manage production planning and scheduling based on demand forecasts.
• Maintain optimal inventory levels to meet customer delivery timelines.
• Strategically plan material capacity and layout for 3x growth over 3 years, recommending capital equipment and storage solutions with ROI analysis.
• Implement MRP functionality within Blackline's NetSuite ERP system.
• Consolidate multiple inventory systems (NetSuite, ASM Material Manager, Line Manager).
• Collaborate with global distribution centers to set min/max levels and meet lead times.
• Configure location-based put-away functionality in ERP system.
• Integrate future material management systems (carousels, smart racking) with ERP and SMT software.
• Define and communicate KPI metrics for Materials team performance.
• Provide real-time build availability status and new product implementation timelines.
• Review, design, and implement SMT kitting process improvements, including capital equipment investments.
• Optimize SMT component consignment programs to ensure stock availability.
• Partner with procurement to right-size inbound shipments for quantity and packaging efficiency.

About You

• Minimum 5 years' of operations experience, ideally 5 years of leadership experience
• Post-Secondary certification in Supply Chain Management, Business Operations, or other applicable area preferred
• APICS, SCMP, or PMAC certification (or in the process of acquiring) is an asset
• Hands-on experience with NetSuite ERP system, including setup, configuration, data migration, reporting, and workflow customization to support financial, operational, or CRM processes
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to clearly convey complex information to stakeholders
• Superior organizational abilities and meticulous attention to detail, ensuring accurate data management, process documentation, and flawless execution of multiple concurrent responsibilities
• Proven time management skills with a strong track record of meeting deadlines under pressure, effectively balancing competing priorities while maintaining high-quality deliverables
• Demonstrated ability to prioritize tasks strategically and delegate appropriately to team members, optimizing resource allocation and ensuring timely project completion
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook)

Total Rewards

At Blackline Safety, we offer more than just a job—we offer a career with purpose. Our Total Rewardsofferings are designed to supportthe diverse needs of our global workforce and vary based onemployment type and location.They mayinclude:

• Competitive base salary and annual compensation review
• Comprehensive health and dental benefits*
• Mental health and wellness support
• Flexible work arrangements and hybrid work model for eligible positions
• Paid vacation, personal and sick days*
• Professional development opportunities
• Education funding
• A collaborative, inclusive, and mission-driven culture
• Exclusive access toperksand discounts
• Aflexible ‘DressforYour Day’ environment

*Eligibility and coverage vary by employment type and region.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

Blackline Safety is powered by the diversity of our talented employees. We are an equal opportunity employer. We consider all applicants, regardless of age, religion, race, color, ancestry, gender, gender identity or expression, disability, national origin, race, or sexual orientation. We enthusiastically encourage all individuals to apply for positions that fit their passions.

If you require accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact us [e-mail]. We are committed to ensuring an accessible and equitable experience for all candidates.