Material Supervisor

Job Description

At CN, everyday brings new and exciting challenges. You can expect an interesting environment where you're part of making sure our business is running optimally and safely helping keep the economy on track. We provide the kind of paid training and opportunities that long-term careers are built on and we recognize hard workers who strive to make a difference. You will be able to thrive in our close-knit, safety-focused culture working together as ONE TEAM. The careers we offer are meaningful because the work we do matters. Join us!

Job Summary

The Material Supervisor is responsible for overseeing locomotive and railcar inventory and warehouse management within CN's Prince George and Thornton Region. The incumbent communicates with internal and external stakeholders, and monitors important Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) including inventory stock-out scenarios, assets held for material status, days lost, material cost trending, and inventory levels. The position is responsible for material, operations and compliance management.

Main Responsibilities
Material Management

Oversee all material movements including requests, orders, picks, counts, packs, inspection, stores, returns, etc.

Handle cycle and demand counts, and validate reconciliation reports

Report on assets held for material, days lost on assets due to material reduction and elimination of stock out scenarios

Maintain inventory levels below threshold communicated by Material Planning leadership team

Locomotive Warehouse and Railcar Material Management

Supervise, plan, and participate in daily locomotive warehouse and railcar material including the standardization of inventory management documentation

Handle repairable and exchange core return processes and financial compliance

Communicate with shop-floor management (e.g. Planning and Forecasting, Procurement and Supply Chain Management, and other stakeholders)

Compliance Management

Provide input into staff administration including payroll, staff actions, and job bulletins

Ensure adherence to CN safety standards, manage safety inspections, service logs, warehouse safety job briefing books (WSJB), and related maintenance

Operations Management

Supervise coordination of in- and out-bound material logistics, including preparing, tracing, and expediting

Oversee shipping and processing of cores, repair and return items, and warranty items per Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) and Core Pool requirements

Organize and manage physical warehouse

Leverage utilization of technology and ensure members are using mobility devices

Consolidate, optimize and implement 5 S and 6S processes and policies throughout all locations

Working Conditions

The role has standard working conditions in an office environment with a regular workweek from Monday to Friday. The role must be physically able to conduct shop visits and inspections.

Requirements
Experience

Supply Chain

Minimum 3 years of Supply Chain experience including 3 PL and 4 PL and other logistic channels to optimize on-time delivery

Education/Certification/Designation

Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain or equivalent, or 5 years of Warehousing Management or equivalent

Competencies

Time management

Inspires others with impactful communications and adapts to the audience Excellent interpersonal communication, planning and problem-solving skills.

Makes informed and timely decisions to get things done

Influences by translating expertise into practical business outcomes

Shares timely information within and across functions to get things done effectively

Technical Skills/Knowledge

Knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Systems, Applications, and Products (SAP) Inventory Management platforms

Proficient knowledge of Materials, Warehousing and Inventory Management, along with Procurement and Supply Management procedures

Ability to collect and analyze data from multiple sources and platforms

Knowledge of CN's network as well as CN's Transportation and Mechanical departments

Proficient in material management, procurement strategies, and policies including warehouse and inventory management

About CN

CN is a premium railroad that sustainably generates value for our customers, shareholders, employees, and stakeholders with an unwavering commitment to safety and service. Essential to the economy, to the customers, and to the communities it serves, CN safely transports more than 300 million tons of natural resources, manufactured products, and finished goods throughout North America every year. CN's network connects Canada's Eastern and Western coasts with the U.S. South through a 20,000-mile rail network. CN and its affiliates have been contributing to community prosperity and sustainable trade since 1919. CN powers the North American economy and is committed to programs supporting social responsibility and environmental stewardship.

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