Supply Chain Coordinator

Waterloo, Ontario, Canada | Full-time

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Supply Chain Coordinator

Wage: $28.39/hr

 

About Voyis: 

Voyis designs and manufactures high performance underwater optical sensors (lasers, cameras, lights)for autonomous underwater vehicles that expand capability and enhance understanding in underwater surveys and exploration. Our products have enabled our customers to survey more than 10,000km of ocean floor across all 7 continents, helping people better understand those remote, challenging environments. Our mission is to push the limits of what’s possible subsea and enable every underwater vehicle to see the depths like we see the surface. 

All our products are proudly designed and built in Waterloo. Voyis operates independently and is part of the Covelya Group of companies. 

 

What you’ll do: 

As a Supply Chain Coordinator, you will be crucial in supporting the overall supply chain operations within Voyis. You will be responsible for purchasing system components and consumables for manufacturing. You will coordinate deliveries with suppliers to ensure delivery deadlines are met. You will be responsible for all shipping & receiving activities. You will report to the Head of the Supply Chain Operations.

We are looking for someone who is eager to work collaboratively with our multidisciplinary team to achieve industry-leading results. We are looking for someone who is keen to solve interesting problems and have an impact on improving our operations. Everyone is expected to take ownership and go beyond the minimum requirements to achieve our goals, together. 

Specific responsibilities include: 

·         Supervise, coordinate and review materials handling activities: shipping, receiving, storing, distributing and maintaining inventories of materials, parts and products

·         Plan and coordinate company purchasing activities: Quoting, processing purchasing transactions, scheduling transportation.

·         Ensure compliance with policies, procedures for safety and security, standards and regulations in all supply chain activities

·         Resolve various problems relating to the supply chain and implement corrective measures and process improvements

·         Utilize the ERP computer system to plan and document all supply chain and material handling activities

·         Support Production team with inventory management, transfers, adjustments

·         Support Cyclical Inventory counts and 6S systems and other organization initiatives

·         Coordinate outbound/inbound shipments to and from destinations worldwide including providing required customs documentation

·         Assist accounting with cost reconciliation

·         Maintain process documentation for purchasing, logistics, and inventory management

Skills you will bring to the table: 

·         2+ years of experience in a supply chain operations role, which includes purchasing, logistics, or inventory management

·         Post-secondary education in purchasing, supply chain, operations, business, or similar field

·         Experience with Netsuite ERP system

·         Exceptional attention to detail with a track record of flawless execution of assigned tasks

·         A positive attitude where you continuously strive for improvement and have the ability to succeed without all the answers

·         Proven ability to inspire, encourage, and collaborate with your team 

Bonus Points for: 

·         Fluent in Cantonese/Mandarin, needed to communicate with all suppliers

 

·         ASCM certifications in Procurement or Warehousing

·         Hands-on experience with hardware or electrical assembly

·         Passion for underwater discovery and robotics!

The Perks: 

·         Flexible work hours, plenty of vacation, and a dedication to a work-life balance

·         Employee-directed personal education funds to drive continuous learning 

·         Profit-sharing within to celebrate our successes together 

·         Regular company-wide social events

·         RRSP Matching, Health and vision benefits 

Why you should join Voyis: 

Our team is made up of problem-solvers, passionate about pushing the boundaries of what’s possible underwater. We get excited about building cool stuff and working on exciting projects like going to the Titanic, Endurance (and lots of other shipwrecks too!). We are a small and closely-knit team. Each member of our team makes a significant impact not just on our business, but on our customers as well. 

 

At Voyis we value diversity and we’re proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all. We thank everyone who applies and for their interest in working for Voyis, however, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. No telephone or walk-in inquiries please. To learn more about life at Voyis, check out voyis.com and follow us on LinkedIn.