Production and Materials Planner - Pharmaceutical, Food or Beauty Industry Experience Mandatory

Quantum Management Services; Montreal; On-site; CAD 76,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A multinational consumer goods leader is seeking a Production & Materials Planner in Montreal. This role involves developing production schedules, ensuring availability of components, and collaborating with teams to optimize operations. Candidates should have over 5 years of experience in production planning, strong SAP skills, and be fluent in French. The hybrid position offers excellent work-life balance and a competitive salary of up to $90K.

Benefits

RRSP

90% Benefits Coverage

16 Vacation Days + 7 Floaters

Parking On-Site

Summer Fridays off

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in production / materials planning.
• Strong understanding of regulated environments (Health Canada, FDA compliance).
• Solid experience with SAP or similar complex ERP systems.

Responsibilities

• Develop and optimize production schedules using SAP.
• Coordinate planning for raw materials and packaging.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external partners.

Skills

Production planning

SAP

Organizational skills

Collaboration

Problem-solving

Fluent in French

Education

Bachelor's degree or international equivalency

Tools

Complex ERP system

Job description

Ref. No. : 122359

Position : Production & Materials Planner

Location : TMR, Montreal (Hybrid – 2 days WFH)

Salary : Up to $90K depending on experience

Hours : 37.5h / week + Summer Fridays off at 1PM

Perks : RRSP, 90% Benefits Coverage, 16 Vacation Days + 7 Floaters, Parking On-Site

Join a multinational consumer goods leader as a Production & Materials Planner in a high-impact role supporting a growing product portfolio. You’ll be part of a collaborative team in a hybrid work model, contributing directly to the success of key brands—all within a dynamic and supportive environment.

What You’ll Do :

• Develop and optimize production schedules using SAP
• Coordinate planning for raw materials and packaging
• Issue requisitions and ensure availability of components
• Balance plant capacity while minimizing costs
• Monitor and manage production orders in SAP
• Collaborate with internal teams and external partners to ensure timelines, priorities, and product releases are aligned
• Enforce procurement agreements in coordination with the U.S. purchasing lead

What We’re Looking For :

• 5+ years of experience in production / materials planning (pharma preferred, but open to complex food or CPG backgrounds)
• Strong understanding of regulated environments (Health Canada, FDA compliance a strong asset)
• Bachelor’s degree or international equivalency required
• Solid experience with SAP or a similarly complex ERP system
• Some exposure to purchasing tasks
• Excellent organizational skills, strong sense of urgency, problem-solving mindset, and a collaborative attitude
• Fluent in French

Language Requirements : English

• Level of Proficiency Required : Advanced
• Reasons for Language Requirement : To support operations across Canada and the US
• Frequency of Use : Constantly (for almost every task)

Why Join?

• Work in a fast-paced, expanding team with strong leadership and growth opportunities
• Enjoy excellent work-life balance with flexible hours and hybrid setup
• Be part of a mission-driven company delivering high-quality, regulated consumer health products
• Have a real impact across short-, mid-, and long-term planning while collaborating with supply chain teams in Canada and the U.S.

To apply, please send your resume to Maia Slivinschi at [contact email].

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