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Distech Controls’ success and reputation are fueled by our world-class team of employees. We look for qualified individuals who are striving to succeed and that wish to actively contribute to our continued growth. Distech Controls values its team members and offers them a modern, motivating work environment, and competitive salaries and benefits.

Who is Distech Controls?

Distech Controls is a Canadian-based company located in Brossard, on the South Shore of Montreal (QC), with a European headquarter in Brignais (Lyon), France. We are proud to be part of the Acuity Brands’ family since 2015. Our mission is to connect people with intelligent building solutions for better health, better space, better efficiencies through our forward-thinking technologies and services. Our passion for innovation, quality and sustainability guides our business on a daily basis, as we light the way to a brilliant, productive and connected world.

Why Work for Distech Controls?

• Innovative driven company
• Dynamic workplace
• Open minded company
• Fast-paced company
• Modern work environment designed for our employees
• Indoor and outdoor bistro areas, lounges, coffee stations

DCI - Distech Controls Inc. (North American headquarter)

• Continuous professional development program
• Extensive benefits, including annual performance bonus, group insurance and retirement plan
• 5 floating days and 3 weeks’ vacation (prorated) from year one
• Reward programs
• LEED-Certified building
• Foosball and ping-pong tables
• Situated near quartier Dix30
• On-site gym
• Daily fresh fruit
• Hot and cold beverages stations
• Accessible transportation services including OPUS card reader onsite
• Deep frozen meal prepared by culinary chefs
• Rewards program

Job Summary

This position requires on-site presence at our Distech Controls offices in Brossard, Quebec, 3 to 4 days per week. The role offers a balance of in-person collaboration and flexibility, supporting a dynamic and innovative manufacturing environment.

Reporting to the Purchasing/Planning team, this position plays a key role in the daily analysis of supply chain performance, supporting planning activities, and integrating new products (NPI). It maintains a functional link with the Sourcing team and actively contributes to the smooth execution of NPI projects from a procurement perspective.

Key Tasks & Responsibilities (Essential Functions)

• Daily Analysis and Planning Support: Monitor MRP/kanban suggestions, stock coverage, shortages, and planning anomalies. Identify and alert on supply risks or deviations from the plan. Produce analyses on the health of the procurement portfolio (delays, turnover, overstock, etc.). Regularly follow up on urgent matters with the sourcing team. Support planners with daily tasks (urgencies, trend analysis, parameter adjustments, etc.). Analyze inventory variations.
• Contribution to NPI (New Product Introduction) Projects: Participate in NPI reviews to anticipate procurement needs (BOM, lead time, MOQ, etc.). Coordinate initial component orders for mass production. Analyze supply risks related to new products and raise alerts. Develop procurement processes according to constraints. Ensure that MRP data for new parts is complete and accurate in the ERP (lead time, active suppliers, etc.).
• Liaison with the Sourcing Team: Provide analytical data to the sourcing team (volume, supplier performance, critical shortages). Participate in cross-functional meetings to ensure alignment with strategic priorities. Communicate field constraints (planning, availability, ramp-up) to the sourcing team.
• Coordination with the FFM Team: Analyze manufacturing needs / sales forecasts vs. available production capacity within a given planning horizon. Work closely with the FFM and planning departments to smooth demand during under-capacity situations.

Preferred Skills and Experience

• Technical: Advanced proficiency in Excel (Power Query, PivotTables, formulas); Power BI knowledge is a plus. Experience with ERP systems (Infor Syteline or equivalent). Good understanding of MRP principles, BOMs, and logistics parameters. Knowledge of NPI processes, BOM management, and product lifecycle is a strong asset.
• Behavioral: Analytical mindset, thoroughness, and anticipation skills. Excellent cross-functional communication (planning, R&D, purchasing, sourcing). Technical curiosity and solution-oriented mindset. Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree (BAC+3 to BAC+5) in logistics, industrial engineering, operations management, or a related field.
• 2 to 5 years of experience in a manufacturing environment with exposure to NPI projects.
• Comfort working in a collaborative, multi-department setting.

Distech Controls Inc. is owned by Acuity Brands Lighting, Inc., which is located in the United States. These companies share a global recruitment system on which the data you provide will be stored, and which will be subject to the laws of the United States of America.