Specialist, Materials Management

De Havilland Aircraft of Canada Limited (DHC) is a storied name in the aerospace industry, recognized worldwide for its pioneering contributions to aviation and its unwavering commitment to quality, innovation, and reliability. Headquartered in Calgary, AB, DHC currently has approximately 1,400 employees across British Columbia, Alberta and Ontario, as well as in markets and distribution hubs world-wide.
Established in 1928, De Havilland Canada has a rich history marked by the development of some of the most iconic and versatile aircraft ever built. These aircraft have served a variety of roles—from bush flying to commercial aviation—and are celebrated for their rugged durability, operational versatility, and excellence in performance.
Over the decades, De Havilland Canada has evolved to meet the changing needs of the aviation industry. Today, we are more than just an aircraft manufacturer; we are a comprehensive aerospace company with capabilities that span design, production, maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) services. Our operations are supported by a team of skilled engineers, technicians, and industry professionals who are dedicated to upholding the highest standards of craftsmanship and innovation.
Position Summary
Reporting to the Director, Global Distribution the Specialist, Materials Management is responsible to manage & direct all Material teams and functions supporting Aftermarket operations. This role will be accountable to inventory accuracy, optimization, transactions in DHC’s ERP, & warehouse layout including space optimization and design. This role will liaise closely with key stakeholders in all aspects of De Havilland’s business units.
Duties & Responsibilities
- Establish inventory reporting and KPIs at the business unit level, and widely support inventory optimization.
- Develop recommendations, facilitate, action and report on inventory optimization and improvement initiatives, through analysis of transactional histories, and business needs.
- Support excess and obsolete inventory analysis, recommendations, and mitigation actions.
- Support the supply chain team with on-demand data analysis & reporting to support inventory management, demand planning, procurement, contracts management, warehouse operations and fulfillment activities.
- Work with various functions to solve business problems through process mapping and alignment sessions that enable the business objectives.
- Build positive relationships with suppliers as well as internal stakeholders from the working level to executive level to achieve program objectives.

 Education and Professional Qualifications
- Post-secondary education in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Commerce, and/or have extensive experience in supply chain.
- University degree in Supply Chain. Management, Business or Technical discipline preferred.
- APICS CPIM, CSCP / SCMP preferred or equivalent industry experience.
- Strong analytical, critical thinking and problem-solving skills; great attention to detail.
- Lean Six Sigma training, continuous improvement experience preferred.
- Superior presentation, oral and written communication skills.
- Excellent computer skills including MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently in a fast-paced, dynamic, demanding and deadline-driven environment.

 Experience
- 5+ years of relevant experience in business analytics/project management.
- 5+ years’ experience with Supply Chain processes and a digital procurement platform.
- Proficiency with the IFS, SAP, JDE, or other Resource Planning (ERP) systems would be considered an asset.
- Experience in the aerospace industry and/or manufacturing environment (Asset).

**Skills**:

- Results oriented and a team player comfortable working with all aspects of the organization.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills (English).
- Outstanding organizational and multi-tasking skills.
- Strong presentation skills with excellent proficiency of MS PowerPoint, and ability to get into details as well as provide executive summaries of complex situations.
- Proficient with process mapping using Microsoft Visio.
- Highly proficient with Microsoft Office Suite.
- Comfortable dealing with all levels of an organization.
- Strong financial acumen with excellent proficiency in MS Excel to analyze data.
- Ability to work in a highly technical environment.

At De Havilland Aircraft of Canada (DHC), we are committed to protecting our people, customers, shareholders and the public through Health & Safety Excellence. As such, it is expected that all employees maintain strict adherence to Health & Safety Policies and to perform key physical tasks of the position described in the job description and interview process. This may include but is not limited to the ability to work in a variety of environmental conditions including temperature extremes, confined spaces, working at heights and with or around chemicals. Employees are expected