Material Planner (Contract) - Guelph, ON

Würth

  • Guelph, ON
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 27 days ago
Wurth Canada is a high-performance organization that is built on humanistic values-achievement, trust, respect, integrity, accountability, and affiliation. We promote a strong culture that possesses authenticity and encourages crucial conversations and boldness. If you are looking for the opportunity to make a real impact, be part of a growing organization and grow personally and professionally, you have a future at Wurth!If you want to make a difference and energize your career, Wurth Canada has a great opportunity for you. We are looking for an Inventory Planner with prior experience in managing material requirements, planning production assemblies, and optimizing inventory levels to meet operational goals.This is a 14-month hybrid contract, requiring two days in the office each week.Our employees enjoy:
  • A culture of empowerment and trust that puts a focus on professional development and coaching from a supportive management team.
  • A Monday to Friday opportunity that values work/life balance integration, providing flexibility within the day-to-day role.
  • Strong compensation (salary and bonus)
  • Group Benefits Program (Health, dental, life, EAP, etc.) and Pension Plan
  • 3 weeks paid vacation and 5 paid sick days. Company-wide vacation time at end of the year.
  • A solid onboarding plan with a 6-month mentoring program for new employees
  • A corporate recognition platform that promotes appreciation and collaboration providing both intrinsic recognition and monetary rewards.
  • An open-door environment that promotes close collaboration within all levels of the organization
  • Continued professional development within a privately owned global company that offers both stability and growth opportunities.
  • Work From Home remote option, yet an office that offers an onsite gym, unlimited coffee/tea, and a outdoor patio in the summer.
Reporting to the Purchasing Supervisor, you will be responsible for:
  • Issue and manage purchase orders based on inventory levels, usage patterns, and forecasted demand.
  • Monitor open orders and follow up with suppliers to ensure timely delivery.
  • Address supply issues, backorders, and vendor-related discrepancies promptly.
  • Support cost-saving initiatives and assist in supplier evaluations
  • Maintain accurate inventory levels through proactive planning and monitoring of stock.
  • Coordinate with third-party and intercompany warehouses to ensure materials are available to support scheduled assembly activities.
  • Review demand forecasts and adjust procurement plans accordingly.
  • Coordinate with internal teams to manage lead times and minimize inventory gaps.
  • Work with warehouse teams to prioritize builds or kitting activities in line with delivery deadlines.
  • Communicate changes in schedules to relevant departments and escalate conflicts when necessary.
  • Maintain item master data and ensure accurate records in the ERP system (e.g., lead times, suppliers, pricing).
  • Generate reports to monitor inventory status, order progress, and material availability.
  • Assist reconciliation of inventory discrepancies when needed.
  • Act as a liaison between purchasing, warehouse, sales, and operations to ensure smooth coordination of inbound and outbound material flow.
  • Communicate material availability, delays, and schedule changes clearly and in a timely manner.
What YOU will bring to this role:
  • Bachelor's degree or diploma in business administration, supply chain management, or a related field is required
  • Professional certification in procurement or supply chain management (e.g., CSCP, CPSM, CPM) would be an asset.
  • Demonstrated experience in material planning, procurement, or supply chain support (minimum 3 years).
  • Understanding of inventory management, production scheduling and purchasing.
  • Great communication skills, capable of working effectively with internal teams and external partners at all levels.
  • Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage daily tasks and prioritize work in a fast-paced environment.
  • Proficient in procurement software, ERP systems, and the Microsoft Office Suite. Familiarity with Microsoft Dynamics and SAP is considered an asset.
  • Critical and analytical thinker with the ability to translate data into actionable insights
  • Willingness to learn, adapt to changing processes, and reflect on personal performance to continuously improve.
  • Bilingual in English and French (written and verbal) is an asset.
Our parent company, the Würth Group is a family-owned globally operating sales organization with over 82,000 employees in 80 countries. Our Wurth sales team caters to clients from a range of different industries such as Automotive- dealerships, garages, and body shops, Cargo - heavy-duty equipment (farming/agriculture, trucking, construction leasing) municipalities, Metal - fabrication, welding, HVAC/plumbing, manufacturing, etc., Construction - General Contractors, and On-Site).Würth Canada is an equal employer and encourages/promotes a diverse workforce. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, family status, national origin, or disability status. Please contact a member of the HR team if accommodation is required during any point of the recruitment process.We encourage you to apply even if you do not meet all requirements. Wurth Canada is looking for individuals that are driven to grow themselves and we provide the necessary training to be successful within the industry. We value career development and growth. However, a strong cultural fit is necessary!

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