IKO Industries Ltd. is a market leader in the manufacturing of roofing and building materials. IKO is a Canadian owned and operated business with production facilities worldwide and has many years of unparalleled success in the roofing materials industry. Quality, integrity, and trustworthiness are the values that underlie this success, and we have built this company by hiring people who hold these values. People like you!
 

Job Description

The Production Scheduler will be based in a central supply chain office, managing the Master Production Schedule for multiple facilities. This role will involve preparing optimized schedules and maintaining inventories that support a Make-to-Stock environment; finished goods purchases, inter-company transfers and related transactions within the ERP system. In this position, you will be supporting cross-functional collaboration, assisting in project management, and contributing to the overall development of Supply Chain capabilities and efficiencies through reporting for facilities and Key Performance Indicators.

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?

Competitive salaryCompetitive health, dental and insurance plansCompetitive matched retirement savings programThe opportunity to join a continuously growing organization with focus on Diversity and InclusionThe opportunity to work with an industry leader in manufacturing

WHEN YOU JOIN US YOU WILL BE:

Manage production schedules for both commercial and residential businesses using planning templates and JD Edwards.Collaborate closely with Supply Planners to meet customer and business expectations by adhering to the supply plan and Master Production Schedule.Oversee intercompany finished goods transfers for assigned product categories.Generate reports related to Supply Planning and Scheduling.Serve as a backup for other planning positions.Lead the analysis of key planning standards, including production rates, safety stock, and inventory targets.Facilitate regular planning calls, working with plants to provide schedules that enhance efficiency (e.g., color changes, family transitions, and run lengths).Lead IKO’s Excellence projects to achieve strategic objectives and manage cross-functional projects to improve interdepartmental performance (Logistics, Raw Materials, and Customer Service).

OUR IDEAL CANDIDATE:

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Operations, Supply Chain, or a related field.5+ years of experience in scheduling, demand management, capacity, and/or supply planning. A minimum of 2 years of experience with demonstrated leadership capability.Experience with MRP, large-scale ERP, or planning systems.High proficiency in MS Office, especially MS Excel and data visualization tools.Excellent understanding of upstream and downstream supply chain processes.Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.Ability to work cooperatively across multiple functions.Comfortable with team-based work structures and able to demonstrate flexibility on the job.Demonstrates initiative, conscientiousness, and complete follow-through on responsibilities.Strong analytical, organizational, decision-making, and presentation skills.APICS or other forecasting/Supply Chain Certification preferred.Lean Six Sigma (Green Belt, Black Belt) certification is an asset.

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Benefits of Employment: IKO recognizes that its success is due to the strength of its employees. A primary goal of IKO is to promote individual employee's sense of accomplishment and contribution so that employees enjoy their association with IKO. The Company invests in its employees so that they are the most knowledgeable in the industry, and undertakes great efforts to nurture loyalty to, and teamwork at, IKO. We are pleased to offer competitive compensation, health care, a progressive and challenging workplace and a commitment to teamwork and integrity.
 

Diversity and Equal Opportunity Employment: IKO Industries Ltd. is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to diversity and inclusion and are pleased to consider all qualified applicants for employment without consideration to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status or disability. IKO Industries Ltd. encourages and welcomes applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.