Material Change Specialist

NFI is a leading global bus manufacturer of mass mobility solutions under the brands New Flyer® (heavy-duty transit buses), MCI® (motor coaches), Alexander Dennis Limited (single and double-deck buses), Plaxton (motor coaches), ARBOC® (low-floor cutaway and medium-duty buses), and NFI Parts™. NFI currently offers the widest range of sustainable drive systems available, including zero-emission electric (trolley, battery, and fuel cell), natural gas, electric hybrid, and clean diesel. In total, NFI supports its installed base in our buses and coaches around the world. Further information is available at www.nfigroup.com.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Material Change Specialists supports the Supply and Materials Management teams by analyzing, coordinating, and recommending solutions for drop-in demand and engineering-driven changes affecting purchased and manufactured parts. This role is a key participant in the change control process (Engineering Change Notice and Change Control Board) and ensures timely availability of parts by assessing impacts, guiding purchasing and planning teams, and driving cross-functional alignment.

WHAT YOU WILL DO:

• Maintain and update lists of long-lead and high-risk supplier parts for change impact visibility
• Monitor engineering and customer change reports to assess impacts within part lead times
• Communicate approved Change Control Board (CCB) decisions and implementation timing to Supply and Materials teams
• Track implementation of engineering changes, including phase-in/phase-out of parts, to prevent shortages or excess inventory
• Assess urgent Engineering Change Notices (ECNs) and recommend actions to address supply risks
• Analyze part change data and supply/demand impacts using Oracle, Power BI, and related systems
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams to resolve supply and manufacturing risks during product launches
• Support Purchasing Management with demand change analysis, advanced purchasing, and approval processes
• Communicate upcoming demand changes and high-risk supply scenarios to purchasing and materials teams
• Participate in ECN reviews and recommend effective implementation dates and supply solutions
• Support last time buy and risk buy evaluations for affected components
• Analyze excess and obsolete inventory and coordinate disposition activities
• Maintain operational and work instructions related to change management and inventory disposition processes

Requirements

WHAT YOU NEED TO BE SUCCESSFUL:

• At least 3 years’ purchasing experience in a manufacturing environment
• Completion of SCMP or University degree within Supply Chain or related field preferred
• At least 3 years’ experience using ERP software such as Oracle or SAP
• Strong analytical, negotiation, and communication skill
• Strong proficiency in MS Office Suite
• Ability to read engineering drawings considered an asset

Benefits

OUR WHY: We exist to move people. Our mission is to design, deliver, and support market-leading bus and motor coach solutions that are safe, accessible, efficient, and reliable.

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Leveraging 450 years of combined experience, NFI is leading the electrification of mass mobility around the world. With zero-emission buses and coaches, infrastructure, and technology, NFI meets today’s urban demands for scalable smart mobility solutions. Together, NFI is enabling more livable cities through connected, clean, and sustainable transportation. News and information is available at www.nfigroup.com, www.newflyer.com, www.mcicoach.com, nfi.parts, www.alexander-dennis.com, arbocsv.com, and carfaircomposites.com.

WHY JOIN US:

• Be a part of a team leading the world’s electrification of mass mobility
• Competitive Wages and comprehensive benefit package with Immediate benefit eligibility
• Paid holidays and vacation
• Passionate about creating a better product, a better workplace, and a better world
• Inclusive workplace culture that values and empowers team members.
• On-the-job training in a continuous learning environment (we’ve invested 10.9 million in 2023)
• Advancement opportunities within our family of companies

New Flyer is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity, ensure equitable experiences and are committed to creating an inclusive environment reflective of the communities we operate. Accommodations are available at all stages of the recruitment process, at the candidates’ request.