ASTEC INDUSTRIES / BREAKER TECHNOLOGY Ltd. is a leading Canadian manufacturer of high-quality rock breaking systems, hydraulic attachments, and underground mobile equipment for the mining, construction, and aggregate industries worldwide. Our company has been in business at the same location for 60 years and we attribute our success to our people. Our parent company, Astec Industries, Inc., is traded on the NASDAQ (ASTE).

Our Core Values guide us in how we approach our work every day: Safety, Devotion, Integrity, Respect, and Innovation.

You can find us in the beautiful Town of the Blue Mountains, adjacent to the Niagara Escarpment along the sparkling shores of Georgian Bay. The area is internationally recognized as a four-season recreation destination that offers a high-quality lifestyle catering to individuals and families looking to build a solid foundation. Whether you want to go off the beaten path or simply relax, why not work and play without hours of driving by experiencing the very best that The Blue Mountains has to offer.

We are currently seeking a motivated and dynamic individual to join our collaborative Leadership Team in the key role of:

Supply Chain Manager

The Supply Chain Manager is responsible for the planning, procurement, inventory control and transportation functions. This position is accountable for the delivery of equipment and supplies to meet production schedule requirements. Ultimately, this position ensures all departments have adequate access to the materials they need, when they are needed and executes the organization's overall supply chain policies, objectives, and initiatives.

Key Activities & Responsibilities

• Promoting a safe work environment with hourly and salary employees
• Leading a team of Planners, Buyers, and Logistics personnel to effectively source and provide parts, components, and services required for the production of equipment.
• Responsible for material control, transportation and delivery of all company raw materials, purchased items and finished products.
• Manage cycle counting program ensuring “absolute” and “net” accuracy of inventory are within company targets of >98%
• Plans, prepares and coordinates annual physical inventory.
• Plan, track and report inventory turns across the site, then implement and manage procedures to optimize.
• Coach, train, advise, plan, and evaluate performance of assigned staff.
• Validate inventory discrepancies, research and identify root causes to formulate recommendations in the form of process enhancements to improve inventory accuracy
• Communicate with individuals at all levels within the organization

We offer an excellent work environment that promotes teamwork and a positive work / life balance along with the following company paid health and wellness benefits:

• Prescription drug card,
• Extended health care including physiotherapy, chiropractor, massage therapy, naturopath, psychologist, psychotherapy,
• Eye exams and prescription eyewear,
• Travel insurance,
• Orthotics
• Generous dental benefits, including cleaning, filings, orthodontic, accidental injury, crowns, bridges,
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP),
• $250.00 Annual Health Care Spending account,
• AD&D, Life Insurance,
• Short Term Disability
• An excellent Registered Retirement Savings Plan that offers company paid up to 8% of wages per year,

We also offer:

• Long Term Disability program
• Flexible work schedule,
• Profit sharing,
• Company paid training and a generous education assistance program.
• Paid vacation program,
• Paid safety equipment and safety incentive program,
• 3 personal floater days,

To be successful in this role, your experience and competencies are:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Engineering, or related field preferred
• A relevant designation such as the APICS Certified in Production and Inventory Management (CPIM) or equivalent
• 5-10 years of purchasing/procurement management experience in a heavy manufacturing industry, including the purchasing of technical, mechanical, or electrical products/materials
• Excellent analytical problem-solving, organizational, and negotiation skills
• Ability to work efficiently and accurately as well as work cross functionally and collaboratively with engineering, sales, parts and production departments
• Demonstrated experience with Lean/Operational Excellence/Continuous improvement methods.
• Knowledge of strategies and tools for controlling and optimizing the factors that lie between purchase of raw materials and delivery of finished products
• Effectively delegate tasks, make decisions, interpret, and communicate work requirements and goals while managing impactful department priorities
• Skilled in working efficiently and accurately to keep up with production requirements
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Flexible and adaptable in coping with pressures, deadlines, and rapidly changing situations

We are an equal opportunity employer committed to inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes and work environments. If you are contacted for a job opportunity, please advise Human Resources of any accommodations that are needed. Any information received relating to accommodation will be addressed confidentially.

Please note that only candidates who are selected for an interview will be contacted

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Company events
• Dental care
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Paid time off
• Profit sharing
• RRSP match
• Vision care

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Supplemental pay types:

• Signing bonus

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Collingwood, ON: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Education:

• Bachelor's Degree (preferred)

Experience:

• Supply Chain Management: 3 years (preferred)

Work Location: One location

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