Logistics and material planning Manager

Advantages
- Salary $140,000–$150,000 annually in Guelph.
- Enjoy predictable work-life balance with standard day-shift hours.
- Discretionary annual bonus
- Secure your financial future through a retirement plan featuring company-matched RRSP contributions starting day one.
- Take advantage of generous paid time off with 3 to 4 weeks of negotiated annual vacation.
- Access full medical, dental, and health coverage from your first day on the job.
- Lead and expand a talented logistics and materials group within a thriving manufacturing industry environment.

Responsibilities
- Direct comprehensive supply chain strategies to streamline component flow and maintain precise stock balances across the manufacturing plant.
- Guide and empower a team of materials supervisors, establishing key performance metrics and moving from informal methods to standardized processes.
- Oversee vendor partnerships and negotiate delivery agreements to uphold cost efficiency and material quality.
- Leverage advanced ERP systems and MRP software such as SAP or Oracle to forecast inventory requirements and track internal movement.
- Synchronize inbound and outbound transportation with internal production targets to eliminate assembly downtime.
- Spearhead continuous improvement initiatives using lean manufacturing principles to enhance operational responsiveness.

Qualifications
- Possess 5 to 7 years of progressive experience in logistics operations, material planning, or inventory control within an automotive manufacturing environment.
- Hold a Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, Engineering, or a related discipline.
- Demonstrable proficiency using ERP systems such as SAP or Oracle, alongside Microsoft Office applications.
- Professional designations including APICS, CPIM, CSCP, CPSM, or CLTD are considered a strong asset.
- Demonstrated leadership capability in coaching, delegating, and optimizing plant-wide workflow processes in the manufacturing industry.
- Solid understanding of continuous improvement practices, Six Sigma methodologies, and blueprint reading.

Summary
If you are an accomplished Logistics, supply chain and inventory Manager looking to elevate your career in Guelph, I would love to hear from you! Please apply directly to this job posting today. For any questions regarding this position, you can reach me directly at kim.patrick@randstad.ca.

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