Materials Manager (Silent-Aire)

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Who we are

Founded in 1994, Silent-Aire is a technology-driven company that designs, engineers, and manufactures hyperscale cooling and modular data center solutions. Silent-Aire employs over 3000 people, with a total of 13 manufacturing facilities and over 1 million sq / ft of capacity in Edmonton, Alberta; Gilbert, Arizona; and Dublin, Ireland. There are sales / service centers in Seattle, Washington; Boardman, Oregon; Ashburn, Virginia; and Dublin, Ireland. Since May 2021, Silent-Aire has been a part of Johnson Controls' Data Center Solutions group. To learn more, please visit .

What you will do

You will be responsible for the direct management and handling of all raw and finished goods inventory and all warehousing functions. This role ensures the accountability of all physical materials and adherence to legislative, safety, and organizational policies and procedures, and you will achieve effective inventory oversight through strong leadership and decision-making skills.

How you will do it

Manage and oversee the handling of all raw and finished goods inventory.

Supervise all warehousing functions, ensuring efficient and effective operations.

Ensure accountability for all physical materials within the organization.

Enforce adherence to legislative, safety, and organizational policies and procedures.

Lead and develop the materials management team, fostering a culture of excellence and continuous improvement.

Supervise the team including hiring decisions, delegation, training, performance evaluation, and disciplinary actions.

Implement and maintain inventory control systems to ensure accurate records and efficient operations.

Effectively lead and execute monthly, quarterly, and annual inventory counts along with reconciliations.

Coordinate with other departments to ensure seamless material flow and support production schedules.

Conduct regular audits and inspections to ensure compliance with safety and quality standards.

Develop and implement strategies to optimize inventory levels and reduce costs.

Prepare and present reports on inventory status, discrepancies, and other relevant metrics to senior management.

Perform other duties as required.

What we look for

Required :

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, or a related field

5+ years’ experience in materials management, inventory control, or a similar role

Strong leadership and decision-making skills

Excellent organizational and problem-solving abilities

Proficiency in inventory management software and Microsoft Office Suite

Knowledge of legislative and safety regulations related to warehousing and materials handling

Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Preferred :

Certification in Supply Chain Management or Inventory Control (e.g., APICS, CPIM)

Experience with ERP systems

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