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WHO IS LAFARGE? As a global leader in innovative and sustainable building solutions, Lafarge is enabling greener cities, smarter infrastructure and improving living standards around the world. With sustainability at the core of our strategy, we are becoming a net-zero company, with our people and communities at the heart of our success. We are driving circular construction as a world leader in recycling to build more with less. It’s all thanks to our 7,000 talented people around the world who are passionate about building progress for people and the planet through four business segments: Cement, Ready-Mix Concrete, Aggregates and Solutions &amp; Products.WHO ARE LAFARGE PEOPLE? Lafarge people are passionate about finding better ways to build. They embrace innovation and improvement with a pioneering spirit. They work as trusted partners, creating better solutions and experiences for their customers, communities, and colleagues.OBJECTIVES:The Materials Coordinator is responsible for the procurement and receiving of vital production materials/inputs necessary to produce high-quality finished products to meet the needs of Lafarge customers. Accurate forecasting and timely sourcing of consistent, high quality materials is required to ensure that production schedules are met and costs are controlled.Through data analysis and tracking, Materials Coordinators identify external risks to key performance indicators and incorporate strategies that will allow the Precast business to respond with agility and flexibility to changes in market conditions affecting the availability of materials, transportation, timelines, and pricing.Lean inventory management requires leveraging strong relationships with external vendors, Delivering on our commitments requires collaboration with the precast projects and operations teams to identify solutions to effectively manage changing customer needs impacting materials planning and the availability of goods.StructureReporting directly to the Precast Materials Supervisor, the Materials Coordinator works closely with the Sales &amp; Project Management team to identify materials needs for upcoming and ongoing projects. They will work closely with the Operations Manager and Superintendent to ensure the inventory of all raw materials is sufficient to meet production needs.RESPONSIBILITIES:&nbsp;Sourcing &amp; Purchasing:Project Scope Review &amp; Forecasting<ul><li>Participate in job scope reviews with the Operations Manager and Sales and Projects Manager to determine initial materials needs and testing requirements including specifications for strand, rebar, and other required production materials</li><li>Source all production materials and obtain quotes in accordance with internal policies and procedures – BCC, Ariba, Avetta</li><li>Assist the Project Managers, Estimators and the Maintenance team with researching pricing alternatives for difficult to procure items</li></ul>Cost Management<ul><li>Work directly with the Sales team and Project Managers in the estimation phase for new projects and identify cost saving opportunities based on market intelligence</li><li>Identify solutions to address changing materials market conditions resulting in longer lead times, frequent pricing changes and inconsistent materials quality</li><li>Track and analyze data to identify inefficiencies that contribute to increased costs and develop solutions and source opportunities where a less expensive alternative may be possible</li><li>Complete project completion cost analysis, identify cost savings and lost opportunities and make recommendations for future projects</li></ul>Vendor Relationships<ul><li>Build strong relationships with key suppliers able to provide high quality goods that meet specifications at a reasonable price</li><li>Maintain strong vendor database – leverage cost savings, capitalize on discounts and strengthen negotiating position in the procurement of materials, services, transport and maintenance</li></ul>Receiving/Inventory Management &nbsp;<ul><li>Work with the Receiver and Job Kitter and ensure that work processes related to incoming freight are performed in a safe, yet timely and efficient manner at all times</li><li>Develop and maintain Standard Operating Procedures for the Receiving and Job Kitter position</li><li>Track and monitor regular inventory counts performed by Receiver and trouble shoot areas of concern</li><li>Monitor for any fluctuations in the quality of products to ensure precast finished products meet customer specifications, and continuity of the material quality is maintained</li></ul>Production KPI’s<ul><li>Develops and implements processes, strategies and tools to plan and track budgets, forecasts, maintenance, production and shipping performance to achieve targeted Key Performance Indicators (KPI’s).</li><li>Tracks cost savings &amp; identifies success stories to share with Procurement</li><li>Gathers relevant KPI’s for Production Meetings, including inventory levels, production schedules, project plan status and changes and identifies and risk of concerns with materials levels and availability</li></ul>Financial<ul><li>Assist in the month-end accrual process, to ensure all outstanding liabilities are accounted for as per company accounting standards</li><li>Analyze job cost for each project comparing initial project estimates against final invoices to determine the actual job cost for each project. Analyze and record cost savings for all projects.</li></ul>INCUMBENT QUALIFICATION PROFILE<ul><li>Proficiency with MS Office/Google Workspace</li><li>Specific knowledge working with SAP would be an asset.</li><li>Proficient with inventory reporting systems</li><li>Excellent organizational and planning skills</li><li>Excellent verbal and written communication skills</li><li>Excellent interpersonal skills and the proven ability to work well with all levels of management and staff</li><li>Excellent time management and task prioritization skill</li><li>Self-starter, willing to do work outside job description as required</li><li>Previous construction material/manufacturing experience an asset</li></ul>Education &amp; Experience:&nbsp;<ul><li>Post-secondary Diploma in Construction Management, Civil Engineering Technology, Supply Chain Management or related industry an asset</li><li>2-4 years experience in a similar role supporting construction or manufacturing</li></ul>As part of our dedicated focus on the health and safety of all employees, a pre-employment medical, including drug and alcohol testing and a criminal record check, may be required.YOUR LAFARGE EXPERIENCE At Lafarge, there is endless opportunity for you to play your part. Whether you’re in a technical, managerial, or frontline role, you can shape a career that works for you. With us you’ll have the chance to embrace the passion we share for our planet. You’ll be encouraged to seek out diverse perspectives, share your ideas and build the skills and connections you need to perform at your best. Because it’s only when we work together in a culture where everyone thrives, that we can build the world we all want to live in.

Materials Coordinator

<h3>Summary</h3>The Logistics Coordinator is responsible for the direct management and handling of freight shipments for clients utilizing various modes of transport. This includes providing rate quotations, negotiating rates with carriers, booking transportation and completing necessary documentation. The Logistics Coordinator is expected to provide guidance and alternatives to clients to ensure shipments move quickly and efficiently from origin to destination.<h4>Core Competencies</h4><ul><li>Communication</li><li>Customer Focus&nbsp;</li><li>Quality Orientation&nbsp;</li><li>Time Management&nbsp;</li><li>Adaptability / Flexibility&nbsp;</li><li>Creative and Innovative Thinking&nbsp;</li><li>Development and Continual Learning&nbsp;</li><li>Problem Solving&nbsp;</li><li>Accountability and Dependability&nbsp;</li><li>Decision making and Judgement&nbsp;</li><li>Ethics and Integrity&nbsp;</li><li>Planning and Organizing&nbsp;</li><li>High Energy &amp; Stress Management&nbsp;</li><li>Team Work&nbsp;</li><li>Results Focused&nbsp;</li><li>Negotiating&nbsp;</li><li>Providing Consultation</li></ul><h4>Job Duties</h4><ul><li>Arranging freight shipments utilizing various modes of transport throughout North America and internationally</li><li>Data entry functions into internal freight application systems&nbsp;</li><li>Data entry into external client SAP applications as required&nbsp;</li><li>Documentation generation for domestic and international purposes not limited to work orders, proforma invoices, B13’s, air waybills, ocean bills of lading etc.&nbsp;</li><li>Daily tracking &amp; tracing of shipments with carriers, verify receipt of shipments&nbsp;</li><li>Updating clients daily on the status of their shipments&nbsp;</li><li>Client / vendor interaction daily through email, phone and face-to-face when required&nbsp;</li><li>Vendor rate negotiations&nbsp;</li><li>Ensure vendor invoicing approval and auditing is completed accurately and in a timeframe consistent with company policy&nbsp;</li><li>Respond to customer rate requests in a timely manner&nbsp;</li><li>Filing and maintenance of files on a daily basis&nbsp;</li><li>Problem solve cases of missing documentation / lost freight as required&nbsp;</li><li>Advise management of any issues or problems with customers, carriers or vendors&nbsp;</li><li>Provide operational support for co-workers when needed&nbsp;</li><li>Ongoing professional improvement through participation in educational courses, seminars and webinars&nbsp;</li><li>Other duties as assigned</li></ul><h4>Requirements</h4><ul><li>High School Diploma, GED or equivalent&nbsp;</li><li>Completion of CIFFA education or industry equivalent training is strongly encouraged&nbsp;</li><li>Strong verbal and written skills to communicate with co-workers, vendors and clients located throughout North America and worldwide&nbsp;</li><li>Basic mathematical skills&nbsp;</li><li>Highly effective negotiation, diplomatic, and conflict resolutions skills&nbsp;</li><li>Diligent attention to detail&nbsp;</li><li>Good organizational, time management and prioritizing skills&nbsp;</li><li>Able to work effectively under pressure&nbsp;</li><li>Ability to work well with others&nbsp;</li><li>Strong analytical and problem solving skills&nbsp;</li><li>Ability to interpret and act upon complex instructions 3</li><li>Excellent understanding and ability to use Lotus Notes, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word and related computer programs</li></ul><h4>Work conditions</h4><ul><li>Travel may be required&nbsp;</li><li>Manual dexterity required to use desktop computer and peripherals&nbsp;</li><li>Sitting, standing and walking for extended periods of time&nbsp;</li><li>Overtime as required</li></ul>

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