Product Management Coordinator

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Reporting Relationship :

He Product Management Coordinator reports directly to the Operations Manager-BC.

Job Summary :

Under the direction of the Operations Manager-BC, the Purchasing & Production Planning Coordinator is primarily responsible for sourcing goods and maintaining the integrity of the inventory in the system. Purchasing, Payables and Production are the key tasks.

Responsabilities :

  • Prepare purchase orders for all inventory items and services required by the business;
  • Receiving - ensure all PO’s are received correctly with matching invoices;
  • Process all suppliers' invoices with proper GL codes and submit them for approval and payment, collaborating with the finance department to amend pricing and receiving discrepancies;
  • Purchasing - ensure inventory levels are optimal for positive customer experiences, balanced with total inventory value;
  • Use the Toolbox PO receiving to manage purchase order proper closing;
  • Monitor and forecast upcoming levels of demand for raw materials, finished goods, and components using the planning tools (MRP);
  • Analyze inventory movement patterns and adjust the system parameters of stocking levels;
  • Ownership of Product Master File, ensuring cost and Bill of Materials accuracy;
  • Manage third-party vendor relationships and monitor company inventory at those vendors;
  • Communicate with internal stakeholders when product receiving and/or production delays occur;
  • Develop relationships with suppliers to resolve delivery and quality concerns;
  • Develop and implement processes to manage Old and Slow (Obsolete) inventory;
  • Develop a system to track SKU’s with limited shelf life and ensure stock rotation practices are followed;
  • Ensure vendor database is current and complete;
  • Run the Finished Product Planning at least twice a week to ensure work orders are created and aligned for production;
  • Work closely with the production team to ensure the scheduled work orders are completed on time, and adjust them to reflect the correct quantities and dates;
  • Close work orders;
  • Print labels when required;
  • Liaise with IT regarding enhancements to purchasing and inventory management tools;

Competencies & Qualifications :

Technical skills :

  • Advanced skills with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel and Word);
  • Analytical and problem-solving skills;
  • Experienced user of PowerWare;
  • Fluent in English spoken and written.

Relational skills :

  • Excellent communication, teamwork and interpersonal skills;
  • Strategic thinker with a good understanding of operations principles;
  • Team spirit and understanding of the importance of positive customer experiences;
  • Good sense of organization, time management and attention to detail.

Required Qualifications :

Education : Diploma in supply chain management, business administration or related fields.

Experience : Minimum of 5 years in supply chain, procurement or similar role;

Languages : Fluent in English spoken and written is mandatory.