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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.\nReporting to the Director, Operations, the Materials Manager drives Blackline Safety’s Materials team to world class performance in all aspects of planning, sustaining procurement, inventory control, and material handling.\nKey Responsibilities\nDirect inventory control, procurement, receiving, and material handling operations.\nManage production planning and scheduling based on demand forecasts.\nMaintain optimal inventory levels to meet customer delivery timelines.\nStrategically plan material capacity and layout for 3x growth over 3 years, recommending capital equipment and storage solutions with ROI analysis.\nImplement MRP functionality within Blackline's NetSuite ERP system.\nConsolidate multiple inventory systems (NetSuite, ASM Material Manager, Line Manager).\nCollaborate with global distribution centers to set min/max levels and meet lead times.\nConfigure location-based put-away functionality in ERP system.\nIntegrate future material management systems (carousels, smart racking) with ERP and SMT software.\nDefine and communicate KPI metrics for Materials team performance.\nProvide real-time build availability status and new product implementation timelines.\nReview, design, and implement SMT kitting process improvements, including capital equipment investments.\nOptimize SMT component consignment programs to ensure stock availability.\nPartner with procurement to right-size inbound shipments for quantity and packaging efficiency.\nAbout You\nMinimum 5 years' of operations experience, ideally 5 years of leadership experience\nPost-Secondary certification in Supply Chain Management, Business Operations, or other applicable area preferred\nAPICS, SCMP, or PMAC certification (or in the process of acquiring) is an asset\nHands-on experience with NetSuite ERP system, including setup, configuration, data migration, reporting, and workflow customization to support financial, operational, or CRM processes\nExcellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to clearly convey complex information to stakeholders\nSuperior organizational abilities and meticulous attention to detail, ensuring accurate data management, process documentation, and flawless execution of multiple concurrent responsibilities\nProven time management skills with a strong track record of meeting deadlines under pressure, effectively balancing competing priorities while maintaining high-quality deliverables\nDemonstrated ability to prioritize tasks strategically and delegate appropriately to team members, optimizing resource allocation and ensuring timely project completion\nAdvanced proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook)\nTotal Rewards\nAt Blackline Safety, we offer more than just a job-we offer a career with purpose. Our Total Rewards offerings are designed to support the diverse needs of our global workforce and vary based on employment type and location. They may include:\nCompetitive base salary and annual compensation review \nComprehensive health and dental benefits* \nMental health and wellness support \nFlexible work arrangements and hybrid work model for eligible positions \nPaid vacation, personal and sick days* \nProfessional development opportunities \nEducation funding \nA collaborative, inclusive, and mission-driven culture \nExclusive access to perks and discounts \nA flexible ‘Dress for Your Day’ environment \n*Eligibility and coverage vary by employment type and region.\nDiversity, Equity & Inclusion\nBlackline Safety is powered by the diversity of our talented employees. We are an equal opportunity employer. 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