Materials Planner

Alexander Dennis Limited; Winnipeg; Hybrid; CAD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Alexander Dennis Limited, a global leader in bus design and manufacture, seeks a detail-oriented Material Planner to join our procurement team in Winnipeg or Las Vegas. You will manage production PO requirements for North American supply and validate supplier commitments.

The role requires 2-5 years in materials planning, ERP/MRP experience, and proficiency with MS Office. Automotive or aerospace exposure is preferred. You will expedite shortages and maintain BOM to PO accuracy.

Qualifications

• Post-secondary education in Administration, Supply Chain, or Business preferred.
• 2–5 years of experience in materials planning, purchasing, or supply chain operations.
• Experience with ERP/MRP systems in a purchasing context.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.

Responsibilities

• Plan and manage all production purchase order requirements for North American supply.
• Validate supplier delivery commitments and align with PO/production needs.
• Expedite material shortages and coordinate with suppliers across sites.
• Enter and send purchase orders through Syspro, ensuring accuracy.
• Provide pricing and quoting support.

Skills

ERP/MRP Systems

MS Office

Analytical Skills

Detail Oriented

Independent Worker

Education

Business/SC degree

Administrative background

Tools

Syspro ERP

Job description

Alexander Dennis is a global leader in the design and manufacture of double-deck and lightweight buses. Building on 130 years of heritage, we’re leading the transition to zero-emission mobility, with 3,000 zero-emission buses sold to date. Alexander Dennis is a subsidiary of NFI Group, aleader in propulsion agnostic bus and coachmobility solutions. Operating in 10 countries, we’re investing in our people and our communities, with over 31,000 buses and coaches in service around the world.

POSITION SUMMARY:

We are seeking a detail-oriented and highly analytical Material Planner to join our dynamic procurement team. The successful candidate will be responsible for planning and executing all production purchase order requirements, validating supplier delivery commitments, and ensuring the completeness of Bill of Materials (BOM) to Purchase Orders (PO). This role requires managing material shortages, handling discrepancies, and expediting supplies to meet ADI’s production needs.

This position can be based in either Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada, or Las Vegas, Nevada, USA.

WHY JOIN US:

• Be part of a team leading the world’s electrification of mass mobility.
• Competitive compensation and benefits package.
• Registered pension plan with generous company match.
• Passionate about creating a better product, a better workplace, and a better world
• Inclusive workplace culture that values and empowers team members.
• On-the-job training in a continuous learning environment (we invested $15.9 million in 2024).
• Advancement opportunities within our family of companies.

WHAT YOU WILL DO:

• Plan and manage all production purchase order requirements for North American supply.
• Validate and ensure supplier delivery commitments align with PO and production needs.
• Expedite material shortages and coordinate with suppliers across sites.
• Enter and send purchase orders through Syspro, ensuring accuracy and completeness.
• Provide pricing and quoting support.
• Maintain records by scanning and filing all packing lists and invoices.
• Reconcile invoice queries and ensure all MODs are properly priced and documented.
• Address discrepancies by raising DDRs and reconciling L&Ds.

WHAT YOU NEED TO BE SUCCESSFUL:

• Post-secondary education in Administration, Supply Chain, or Business preferred.
• 2-5 years of experience in materials planning, purchasing, or supply chain operations.
• Experience with ERP/MRP systems in a purchasing context.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Outlook, Word, PowerPoint).
• Preferred experience in automotive or aerospace manufacturing environments.
• Strong attention to detail, highly organized, and able to work independently.
• Team player with excellent analytical skills and deadline-oriented mindset.

OUR WHY:

We exist to move people. Our mission is to design, deliver, and support market-leading bus and motorcoach solutions that are safe, accessible, efficient, and reliable.Our values—safety, quality, integrity, accountability, teamwork, and sustainability—areat the core of everything we do. NFI Group | We Move People - YouTube

Leveraging 450 years of combined experience, NFI offers a wide range of propulsion-agnostic bus and coach platforms, including market leading electric models. Through its low- and zero-emission buses and coaches, infrastructure, and technology, NFI meets today’s urban demands for scalable smart mobility solutions. Together, NFI is enabling more livable cities through connected, clean, and sustainable transportation.News and informationisavailable at www.nfigroup.com, www.newflyer.com, www.mcicoach.com, nfi.parts, www.alexander-dennis.com, arbocsv.com, and carfaircomposites.com.

Alexander Dennisis committed to administering all employment matters in accordance with the value we place on fostering an inclusive and welcoming workplace that values the contributions of all team members.We ensure that all employment decisions are based upon merit and comply with applicable employment legislation and requirements. Accommodations are available at all stages of the recruitment process, at the candidates’ request.