Description

Drive Operational Excellence. Deliver On-Time Results.

Position: Materials Manager

Location: Collingwood, ON

Compensation: $110–120K base + 20% bonus | Benefits | Pension | Vacation

The Opportunity

Our client, a respected automotive manufacturer in picturesque Collingwood, Ontario, is looking for a skilled Materials Manager to lead inventory control, production planning, and materials coordination.

This is a pivotal role — you’ll ensure that the right materials are in the right place at the right time to keep production running smoothly and customer deliveries on schedule. You’ll also play a key part in improving efficiency, managing costs, and supporting long-term growth.

What You’ll Do

  • Lead materials planning, inventory control, and production scheduling to achieve 100% on-time delivery
  • Use capacity planning and S&OP tools to align operations with customer demand
  • Manage packaging, freight, and storage costs within budget targets
  • Maintain accurate part, cost, and material data in SAP and related systems (PASS, COGNOS, NIAPS, FPACS)
  • Partner with customers to address supply issues and delivery commitments
  • Ensure compliance with ISO 14000 and TS16949 standards
  • Participate in RFQs and long-term production planning to support business growth
  • Investigate and resolve nonconforming product issues
  • Support your team through clear communication, coaching, and workforce planning

What You Bring

  • A university degree in Supply Chain, Operations Management, or a related discipline
  • 7–10 years of materials management experience in an automotive manufacturing environment
  • Experience working in a unionized facility is an asset
  • Strong leadership, organizational, and problem-solving skills
  • Advanced Excel and ERP system experience (SAP preferred)
  • A proactive communicator who thrives in a fast-paced environment

Why Join This Team?

  • Competitive pay, 20% annual bonus, comprehensive benefits, and pension plan
  • A company that values continuous improvement, accountability, and teamwork
  • The chance to make a measurable impact on performance and customer satisfaction
  • Work in one of Ontario’s most scenic regions — Collingwood — where career and lifestyle meet