About Pentalift Equipment Corporation:
Founded in 1983, Pentalift is one of North America's leading manufacturers of loading dock and lift and positioning equipment. We are proud to be a reliable supplier to dealers, general contractors and manufacturing companies located all over North America.
We Are Looking For:
We are currently recruiting for an experienced Materials Manager to join our team based out of Puslinch, ON. The successful candidate will have experience negotiating and managing vendors and materials supply within a manufacturing setting. This permanent, full time role reports directly to the Vice President and is 100% on-site.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Research and evaluate suppliers and vendors, negotiate and audit contracts for pricing, terms, functional capabilities, safety, etc.
- Solve problems and issues related to the position (vendor/supplier relations, supply issues, etc.) at a high level
- Direct and coordinate aspects of purchasing and materials management process
- Lead and supervise Purchasing Agent
- Issue and maintain purchase orders and change notices
- Manage and coordinate facility and equipment maintenance and repairs by outside vendors
- Determine purchase quantities, review and approve invoices and purchase orders
- Update and maintain required documentation, produce reports as required and present as necessary to Senior Management team
- Expedite items as required
- Direct and co-ordinate the updating and maintenance of various production schedules and plans
- Analyze market and delivery systems to assess present and future material availability
- Oversee incoming and outgoing shipping activities and address issues related to shipments
- Review inventory levels and planning parameters for stock parts
- Participate and report on full physical count at year-end inventory
- Develop and communicate material management policies and procedures, as well as contribute to Product Development, Product Improvement Processes, MEPS, and ERP and BOM processes
Qualifications:
- 5 years or more of materials management experience required
- 5 years or more of purchasing, inventory control and logistics experience
- Experience purchasing/negotiating with steel suppliers considered a strong asset
- Technical knowledge related to metal fabricated machinery considered a strong asset
- Advanced computer skills including MS Office and ERP (Microsoft NAV)
- Strong knowledge of procurement and negotiation best practices
- Excellent organization skills and exceptional attention to detail
- Strong written and verbal communication
- Ability to multitask and work in a fast-paced environment
- Capable of working under pressure on multiple projects simultaneously
What We Offer:
- Competitive pay
- 100% Employer paid benefit program, including HCSA
- Work life balance
- Safe and clean work environment
- Weekly pay by direct deposit
We thank all applicants for their interest in joining the Pentalift team. However, only successful candidates will be contacted.
In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005, should you require accommodation throughout any aspects of the selection process, please contact the HR department and we will provide support.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Benefits:
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
Work Location: In person
