Area Supervisor (Materials Management)

Career Opportunity

We have a great opportunity in our Materials Management Department. We are looking to hire two individuals with strong supervisory experience in a unionized environment.

What You Will Do

As the Area Supervisor, you will be responsible for supervising the daily operations of your assigned work location(s). This involves ensuring appropriate materials management practices and principles are in place to protect the TTC's assets while providing the materials and parts necessary to support ongoing operations. Daily functions include overseeing and managing the labour for the stocking, storing and issuing materials and parts to various TTC locations, divisions or Material Management customers, filing and maintaining records, supervising unionized employees, maintaining data in the ERP system, overseeing stock discrepancies, performing inventory control counts and participating in budget activities for the assigned area.

In addition, you will be responsible for monitoring the performance measures of their assigned location(s) and taking appropriate action for adhering to these; including liaising with the Inventory Planning section, internal and external manufacturing and user representatives to ensure expectations are met and appropriate inventory levels/re-order points are set and maintained; ensuring the security of the stores areas; ensuring the proper operating condition of the store including materials handling equipment; ensuring completion of various monthly reports; and performing other related duties as assigned.

Coordinating the delivery of inventory parts to end user departments with the other Material Management Area Supervisors at the Shipping/Receiving/Distribution work location, and ensuring timely delivery of regular consumption parts and emergency orders. Investigating, reconciling and adjusting stock discrepancies and forecasting future material needs, planning inventory levels and establishing safety stock to ensure that adequate stock levels are maintained

As the incumbent, you may be required to be on call coverage on weekends (available 24/5 minimum). As well, participate in the JHSC (Joint Health & Safety Committee) as instructed by management

What Qualifications Do You Bring?

• Completion of post-secondary education (Community College Diploma or University Degree) in a relevant discipline, or the equivalent with progressively responsible experience in job related functions.
• Sound knowledge of materials management and materials handling principles, methods and practices relating to the ordering, receiving, issuing, storing and management of materials
• Strong organizational, interpersonal and problem solving skills along with the ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing
• Demonstrated ability to supervise a unionized workforce is required
• Ability to motivate and assess a skilled unionized workforce, and to administer discipline in accordance with the Collective Agreement and TTC policies
• Must become thoroughly conversant with all aspects of the TTC's Stores operations, including inventory management, purchasing procedures and materials stocked relating to the operation of the assigned work location
• A valid Province of Ontario Class "G" Driver's Licence and will be required to use own automobile to travel to various locations
• Availability for on call coverage as required and ability to report to various work locations and shifts intermittently as required
• Previous Supervisory experience would be an asset
• Certification in APICS (American Production & Inventory Control Society and/or CPIM (Certified in Production and Inventory Management) would be an asset
• Must have or must acquire knowledge of departmental policies and procedures applicable to the work performed
• Must have or rapidly acquire a thorough knowledge of the ATU, Local 113 Collective Agreement and Maintenance Seniority Regulations and relevant government legislation or regulations
• The incumbent will also be required to complete various courses in effective supervision, and other courses related to the work

What Skills Do You Bring?

What we Offer?

• Commitment to creating a diverse, equitable and inclusive culture that promotes a sense of belonging, representation and reflects the needs of the communities we serve.
• A flexible, hybrid work approach that allows colleagues to find balance between their professional and personal lives and making the most of the benefits of working remotely and purpose-driven in-person collaboration opportunities.
• One of the great benefits of being a full-time TTC employee is becoming a member of TTC defined pension plan.
• A comprehensive package that covers health, dental, vision and more.
• Support for professional development opportunities for all colleagues through a broad range of learning programs that include in-person and online training, leadership development, and support for colleagues' well-being.

Commitment to EDI

The TTC is committed to upholding the values of equity, diversity, anti-racism and inclusion in the delivery of its services and in its workplaces. The TTC is committed to fostering a diverse workforce that is representative of the communities it serves at all levels of the organization, and supports an inclusive environment where diverse employee and community perspectives and experiences bring value to the organization. The TTC encourages applications from all applicants, including members of groups with historical and/or current barriers to equity, including but not limited to, Indigenous, Black and racialized groups, people with disabilities, women and people from the LGBTQIA+ community. The TTC values and supports an inclusive and barrier-free recruitment and selection process. Accommodations for applicants are available upon request throughout the recruitment and selection process, including for those who identify as having a disability. Please contact Talent Management at (416) 393-4570. Any information received related to an accommodation will be addressed confidentially.