Supervisor, Materials Management

Location: 8800 Glenlyon Pkwy, Burnaby, British Columbia

Career Level: Operations Level 4

Salary Level: O4 FAC (OPS FACILITIES)

Who are we?

Svante is a rapidly growing clean energy technology company making commercial-scale carbon capture and removal a reality and enabling global industries to play offense in the fight against climate change that will accelerate the global transition to a lower-carbon economy.

The growing success of our company is owed to our commitment to our people, our emphasis on our values, and our innovative technology. Passion is put into what we do every day.

Purpose of the Role:

As the Supervisor, Materials Management, you will be a key player in Svante's journey to commercialization. You will have oversight of all materials management functions across Svante's locations, including, but not limited to, shipping, receiving, inventory management, stock-room set-up and ongoing management, inventory control and management of inbound and outbound logistics. Additionally, you will supervise a small team.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

• You bring at least five years of experience in shipping, receiving, and facilities management, supported by relevant post-secondary education.
• You hold certifications including Forklift Operation and Transportation of Dangerous Goods (TDG).
• You bring a proactive mindset, excellent time management, and a keen attention to detail.
• You communicate effectively across verbal, written, and presentation formats, and you listen actively to build trust and credibility.
• You thrive both independently and in team environments, and you adapt well to change and high-pressure situations.
• You collaborate confidently with cross-functional teams and diverse stakeholders, demonstrating strong customer service and interpersonal skills.
• You think strategically and analytically, making sound recommendations and driving results.
• You are passionate about addressing climate change in a meaningful way and embody values that align with Svante's Core Values.

What Success looks like in this role:

• You will manage the shipping and receiving of all goods and supplies.
• You will organize and store materials and supplies efficiently.
• You will assist the Facilities team in managing portable O2, Propane, and Nitrogen tanks.
• You will support the Facilities team in proper waste disposal and recycling of chemicals, equipment (electronics, mechanical, large), materials (metal, lightbulbs, wood), furniture, and more.
• You will support environmental health and safety across Svante's locations by identifying and mitigating potential hazards, maintaining organized Safety Data Sheets (SDS), and ensuring proper signage is in place throughout all facilities.
• You will maintain accurate inventory information in Business Central.
• You will coordinate with freight forwarders to manage Svante shipments both locally and internationally.
• This role is based at Svante's Redwood location; occasional travel to other Svante sites is required.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Svante is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Employment decisions are based on merit and business needs. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, genetic information, religion, disability, medical condition, pregnancy, marital status, family status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. This Equal Employment Opportunity policy applies to all practices relating to recruitment and hiring, compensation, benefits, discipline, transfer, termination and all other terms and conditions of employment. All Svante employees share in the responsibility for assuring that, by our personal actions, the policies are effective. Accommodations will be provided as requested by candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

Pay Equity Statement

Svante believes in pay equity, fairness and transparency, and so we include a salary range within the job posting. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location.

The actual salary offered to the final candidate is based on the salary range shown, and will vary depending on the candidate's relative experience, qualifications, and anticipated level of performance. We assess all candidates individually and strive to offer competitive and equitable compensation packages.

Base pay is one part of the Total Rewards that recognize employees for their performance and contributions. In addition to Base Pay, Svante provides comprehensive benefits to employees such as Restricted Share Units, Extended Health and Dental Plan, Retirement Saving Plan, free access to a Fitness Centre and more