1 Purchasing/Supply Chain jobs

Vuteq Canada is a Tier 1 automotive manufacturing organization, located in Woodstock, Ontario. By continually improving our systems and processes through ongoing evaluation of company objectives, we are able to maintain our commitment in ensuring that requirements and expectations for quality and safety are realized. We strive to be an indispensable partner to our customers, driven by our team members and their engagement, and commit to developing the future with passion and sincerity.   Job Summary The Material Planner is responsible for reviewing materials and supplies daily, ensuring that all necessary raw materials are available to meet production requirements.  Duties & Responsibilities Physical count; daily and monthly monitoring, ensure physical count matches electronic count (Ultriva/AS400) Determine what action needs to be taken based on supply levels If supply levels are low – go to the production line to do a physical count and determine next steps Correct any errors regarding supply stock as needed, data entry into spreadsheets for tracking purposes Card restocking; communicate with warehouse team, make judgment calls when stock cannot last another day, communicate with supplier Forecasting; required to communicate the EDI information from customers by transferring that information into a spreadsheet to plan the following weeks’ production needs Plan and participate in build-outs, new product launches Accountable for inventory quantity and cost, as well as expediting material Must make contingency plans in the event of a crisis – material is needed, contact supplier, and communicate what is needed (persistence is key) Loop resizing; make sure daily usage is correct in Ultriva, to keep a continual flow of product, update information for supplier to know the future need, communicate with production departments as well as the supplier for full knowledge On-call Planner; as required, must be available to be on call for support with suppliers, or other planners Meetings; report out in the manager meetings, daily meetings with warehouse team, weekly meetings with materials team, quarterly suppliers meetings, investigation – ensuring that the product is in the plant, logistics – daily meetings with Logistics Coordinator for urgent matters    Job Qualifications Education Successful completion of a high school diploma or general education degree (GED) Diploma in Supply Chain Management would be considered an asset Experience 5 Years of production and warehousing experience 5 years of experience dealing with products from raw materials through to finished goods Automotive manufacturing experience   Skills and Abilities Maintain a high level of accuracy and attention to detail when doing physical and electronic inventory counts Ability to adapt to changing demands of production from customers and team member issues Actively listen to fellow team members about concerns or issues that arise Ability to effectively manage a small group of professionals to achieve shared and personal goals Strong interpersonal skills; able to speak in front of groups of people, and ability to effectively communicate information with varying levels of individuals (both team members and management groups) Ability to show versatility and resourcefulness when problem solving Ability to organize priorities based on deadlines and importance of tasks Manage time efficiently while working on several different tasks at once Other Must have a valid driver’s license If you are up to the challenge associated with a fast-paced, Tier 1 automotive company, please email your cover letter and resume, along with your salary expectations, to: Human Resources Department careers@vuteq.ca Vuteq Canada Inc. welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. While we appreciate all applications received, only those candidates considered for an interview will be contacted.