Materials Manager

About Savaria – Better Mobility for Life 

Savaria is a global leader in accessibility and patient care products, designing and building wheelchair lifts, stairlifts, elevators for home and commercial applications, medical beds, ceiling track lifts and patient slings. Our vision is to empower people with mobility for life. We achieve this by providing products that improve mobility and access in daily life, and through our drive to build quality products and to be attentive to the needs of our customers. 

Savaria employs 2,500 valued associates globally and has 11+ manufacturing facilities to reach markets in North America, Europe, Australia, and Asia.   

Position Summary 

The Supply Chain & Logistics Manager is a hands-on, operational leadership role responsible for end-to-end supply chain execution for one manufacturing plant, supporting Savaria's Brampton operations, with regular on-site collaboration in Mississauga. 

This role oversees daily supply chain activities including inventory management, purchasing, logistics, warehousing, production planning support, and supplier coordination. The successful candidate will lead a small operational team across shipping and receiving while actively resolving urgent supply issues to ensure uninterrupted production. 

This position requires a strong execution mindset, comfort working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, and the ability to balance people leadership with hands-on problem solving. 

Work Location: 100% on-site – 2 Walker Drive, Brampton (with regular travel to Mississauga. 

Key Responsibilities 

Supply Chain Operations & Execution 

• Manage daily supply chain operations to ensure material availability for production 
• Oversee inventory levels (raw materials, WIP, finished goods) to balance service and working capital 
• Maintain inventory accuracy through cycle counts and corrective actions 
• Identify and resolve material shortages, supplier delays, and logistics disruptions 
• Support production planning in collaboration with Production Managers 
• Supplier & Logistics Management 
• Act as the primary escalation point for supplier performance issues 
• Proactively engage suppliers to expedite orders, resolve issues, and drive root-cause actions 
• Manage transportation and logistics providers to ensure on-time delivery and cost control 
• Support plant-level S&OP / SIOP activities 

People Leadership & Team Management 

• Lead Shipping, Receiving, and Logistics teams (approximately 5 direct reports) 
• Set clear expectations and ensure consistent execution of daily priorities 
• Provide hands-on coaching and conduct regular team meetings and reviews 
• Promote accountability, safety, and continuous improvement 
• Cross-Functional Collaboration 
• Partner with Production, Engineering, Quality, Customer Service, and Finance teams 
• Translate customer and production needs into effective inventory and replenishment strategies 
• Support plant-level operational and supply chain reviews 
• Continuous Improvement & Reporting 
• Track and improve key KPIs including fill rate, supplier on-time delivery, inventory turns, backorders, and open POs 
• Identify opportunities to reduce surplus and obsolete inventory 
• Drive process improvements across purchasing, receiving, shipping, and inventory management 
• Ensure adherence to systems, procedures, and documentation standards. 

Qualifications 

• College Diploma or University Degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Operations, or related field 
• 5 –10 years of experience in operational supply chain, logistics, or materials management within a manufacturing environment. 
• Minimum 2–3 years in leadership leading inventory, planning, purchasing, logistics or warehouse team 
• Proven experience in: 
• Inventory management 
• Purchasing / replenishment 
• Warehousing, shipping, and receiving 
• Supplier coordination and expediting 
• Experience supporting production planning and working directly with Production Managers 
• Prior experience leading or supervising operational teams 
• Strong communication skills with the ability to escalate issues clearly and concisely 
• Comfortable working with global suppliers and different time zones 
• Proficiency with ERP / MRP systems and supply chain reporting tools 

Why Work with Us? 

• Be part of a global, publicly traded company with a meaningful mission 
• Competitive compensation 
• Competitive salary with medical and dental benefits. 
• Opportunities for learning, development, and career growth 
• Work with a collaborative and inclusive team that values innovation and integrity 
• Make a difference by helping people access a better quality of life 

Diversity, Equity, and Accessibility 

Savaria is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating an inclusive and respectful workplace for all individuals. We value diversity in our workforce and welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, or any other protected characteristic. 

If you require any accommodation during the recruitment process, please let us know. We will work with you to meet your needs in accordance with applicable accessibility laws. 

AI & Technology Notice (Recruitment Process): 

Savaria may use technology tools to support parts of our recruitment process, including video/audio interview recording and secure internal systems to manage applications. Candidate information may be processed through our HR systems (including ADP Workforce Now) to support scheduling, communication, and recruitment workflow. 

Interview recordings, where used, are collected for evaluation purposes only and are handled in a secure and confidential manner, in accordance with applicable privacy laws. 

Please note that we receive a high volume of applications. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. We sincerely thank all applicants for their interest in Savaria. 

 Apply Now 

If you're ready to take the next step in your career and contribute to something that matters, we encourage you to apply today. 

Hiring steps 

 1. Pre-screening with HR 

2. Virtual Interview with hiring manager/ Interview panels 

3. In-person Interview and facility tour 

4. Background check and offer