I'm currently working with one of my clients in the manufacturing sector. Located in the west end of Montreal, this company is looking for a procurement & inventory manager.
Main operational responsibilities :
-Supervise the purchasing team, receiving inputs for production and planning components for customer orders;
-Have in-depth knowledge of ERP/MRP principles and materials management;
-Respond to production requests (production and purchase orders) and schedule changes (rescheduling reports) consistently and regularly;
-Be responsible for inventory accuracy and levels of minimum components, raw materials and purchased parts through cyclical counting and regular system maintenance;
-Be responsible for implementing and maintaining acceptable inventory levels;
-Provide leadership in purchasing activities, such as strategic negotiation with suppliers;
-Take direct responsibility for aspects of large or strategic supplier contracts;
-Contribute with the quality management team to supplier qualification and external audits;
-Produce daily, weekly and monthly reports (inventory, supplier evaluation, delivery ratings, etc.).
Main management responsibilities :
-Directly supervise a team of 4 people.
-Responsible for performance review, training and coaching of team members;
-Plan work assignments and ensure that objectives are clearly understood;
-Participate in job interviews for his/her team in collaboration with HR;
-Contribute to a safe, clean and comfortable work environment.
-Maintain positive relations with employees; seek advice from resources as needed
Qualifications required :
-BAA in administration, accounting or operations management, or relevant experience
-At least five (5) years' experience in a manufacturing field and in inventory control, purchasing and management accounting
-Highly proficient with ERP, transactional and reporting systems
-Good understanding of production processes and material flows
-Experience as a manager/supervisor of a team of 3 to 5 employees or more an asset.
Skills required :
-Excellent communication skills, written and spoken, in French and English
-Positive influence for effective team management: motivate, train, unite
-Excellent interpersonal skills: employees, colleagues, management team, suppliers
-Organization, excellent management of priorities
-Analytical and synthesizing skills, meticulous
-Problem-solving and decision-making skills
PROCESS: Initial interview with Gabriel Lemoine, Fed Supply Recruitment Consultant - followed by an interview with the company's Human Resources Manager and Position Manager.
To apply: www.fedsupply.ca
To contact me: (438) 378-7599
C: gabriellemoine@fedsupply.ca