JOB DESCRIPTION
The Material Management Specialist plays a crucial role in ensuring the seamless flow of materials, parts, and assemblies across production and shipping areas. They are responsible for the effective tracking, reporting, and management of inventory to ensure on-time deliveries and minimize disruptions in production. The Material Management Specialist works closely with various teams to align material movements with production schedules, department priorities, and customer requirements, directly contributing to operational efficiency and success.
RESPONSIBILITIES

• Oversee and ensure the timely movement of materials, parts, and assemblies between sections or departments.
• Monitor material flow according to production and shipping schedules or department priorities.
• Ensure just-in-time deliveries to meet production and assembly deadline
• Manage inventory levels, ensuring accuracy and minimizing stock-outs or excess inventory.
• Track materials using warehouse management systems (WMS) or other tracking software.
• Generate and analyze reports on inventory status and material usage, including stock levels, material usage, and forecasts
• Maintain data accuracy to assist in business operations, cost reduction, and improved material flow.
• Identify trends and provide insights to improve overall material management practices
• Collaborate with production, procurement, and logistics teams to ensure material needs are met.
• Communicate any issues regarding material shortages, delays, or other concerns to leadership or relevant departments
• Proactively identify opportunities for improving material management processes, reducing waste, and enhancing operational efficiency.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives and help implement changes to workflows or systems.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's Degree in related discipline (e.g. Business, Supply Chain, Finance, Engineering)
• 3-5 years of Warehouse, Distribution, Supply Chain, and/or Inventory Management experience
• Professional Certifications preferred, not required (CITT, SCMP, P.Log, PMP, etc.)
• Professional knowledge of complex industrial environments and/or defense industry

ABOUT US
Founded in 1882, J.D. Irving, Limited (JDI) has operations in Canada and the United States and are a team of 20,000 dedicated employees. At J.D. Irving, Limited, you are part of a dynamic team of professionals who lead with integrity and are passionate about delivering results. With a culture that nurtures talent and creates an inclusive workplace, you can grow your career across our various operating divisions.
We are committed to creating accessible environments for our colleagues, candidates, and customers. Requests for accommodation due to a disability (which may be visible or invisible, temporary, or permanent) can be made at any stage of application and employment. We encourage candidates to make their accommodation needs known so that we can provide equitable opportunities.
Worried you do not meet all the requirements? Studies have shown that many applicants apply only to job opportunities when they feel they meet 100% of the criteria. We promote an inclusive environment where everyone is appreciated, recognized, and empowered to contribute fully. If you are interested in this position but are worried you did not meet all the requirements, we would encourage you to still apply.
We appreciate your interest in our company however only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.