Materials Manager
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Job Summary
Our team at Blackline Safety is growing! As a people-driven technology company with a mission to make sure every worker returns home safely we drive innovation practice resiliency demonstrate leadership go the extra mile for our customers and empower our people to be their best.
Reporting to the Director Operations the Materials Manager drives Blackline Safetys Materials team to world class performance in all aspects of planning sustaining procurement inventory control and material handling.
Key Responsibilities
- Direct inventory control procurement receiving and material handling operations.
- Manage production planning and scheduling based on demand forecasts.
- Maintain optimal inventory levels to meet customer delivery timelines.
- Strategically plan material capacity and layout for 3x growth over 3 years recommending capital equipment and storage solutions with ROI analysis.
- Implement MRP functionality within Blacklines NetSuite ERP system.
- Consolidate multiple inventory systems (NetSuite ASM Material Manager Line Manager).
- Collaborate with global distribution centers to set min/max levels and meet lead times.
- Configure location-based put-away functionality in ERP system.
- Integrate future material management systems (carousels smart racking) with ERP and SMT software.
- Define and communicate KPI metrics for Materials team performance.
- Provide real-time build availability status and new product implementation timelines.
- Review design and implement SMT kitting process improvements including capital equipment investments.
- Optimize SMT component consignment programs to ensure stock availability.
- Partner with procurement to right-size inbound shipments for quantity and packaging efficiency.
About You
- Minimum 5 years of operations experience ideally 5 years of leadership experience
- Post-Secondary certification in Supply Chain Management Business Operations or other applicable area preferred
- APICS SCMP or PMAC certification (or in the process of acquiring) is an asset
- Hands-on experience with NetSuite ERP system including setup configuration data migration reporting and workflow customization to support financial operational or CRM processes
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to clearly convey complex information to stakeholders
- Superior organizational abilities and meticulous attention to detail ensuring accurate data management process documentation and flawless execution of multiple concurrent responsibilities
- Proven time management skills with a strong track record of meeting deadlines under pressure effectively balancing competing priorities while maintaining high-quality deliverables
- Demonstrated ability to prioritize tasks strategically and delegate appropriately to team members optimizing resource allocation and ensuring timely project completion
- Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel Word PowerPoint Outlook)
Total Rewards
At Blackline Safety we offer more than just a jobwe offer a career with purpose. Our Total Rewardsofferings are designed to supportthe diverse needs of our global workforce and vary based onemployment type and mayinclude:
- Competitive base salary and annual compensation review
- Comprehensive health and dental benefits*
- Mental health and wellness support
- Flexible work arrangements and hybrid work model for eligible positions
- Paid vacation personal and sick days*
- Professional development opportunities
- Education funding
- A collaborative inclusive and mission-driven culture
- Exclusive access toperksand discounts
- Aflexible DressforYour Day environment
*Eligibility and coverage vary by employment type and region.
Diversity Equity & Inclusion
Blackline Safety is powered by the diversity of our talented employees. We are an equal opportunity employer. We consider all applicants regardless of age religion race color ancestry gender gender identity or expression disability national origin race or sexual orientation. We enthusiastically encourage all individuals to apply for positions that fit their passions.
If you require accommodation during the recruitment process pleasecontact us We are committed to ensuring an accessible and equitable experience for all candidates.
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Ifyourepassionate about technology safety and making a differencewedlove to hear from you. Apply today and help us build a safer more connected world.
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About Company
Blackline Safety is a world leader in the development and manufacturing of wirelessly connected safety products. We offer the broadest and most complete portfolio available in the industry. Our products are designed to save lives and we monitor personnel working alone in populated are ... View more