Group Leader, Material Planning

About This Role

Who We Are :

CAE Vision : Our vision is to be the worldwide partner of choice in defense and security and civil aviation by revolutionizing our customers’ training and critical operations with digitally immersive solutions to elevate safety, efficiency and readiness.

CAE Defense & Security Mission : CAE's Defense and Security business unit focuses on helping prepare military customers to develop and maintain the highest levels of mission readiness.

CAE Values : Empowerment, Innovation, Excellence, Integrity and OneCAE make us who we are and we strive to make a difference in the world while helping each other succeed.

What We Have to Offer :

Comprehensive and competitive benefits package and flexibility that promotes work-life balance

A work environment where all employees are valued, respected and safe

Freedom to succeed by enabling team members to deliver, take initiatives and make decisions

Recognition, professional development, advancement and having fun!

Summary

The Group Leader of Material Planning has a macro vision of all the material planning in a business unit / line of business.  Exercises judgment and initiative in interpreting policies in the material planning and implementation of work assignments. Effectively allocates time and resources to meet budget objectives and program schedule in a timely manner .

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Lead a team of 7 highly skilled Material Planners and Expeditors

Perform in a Manager capacity in the absence of Material Planning Manger

Assist in organizing and planning team meetings, discussing project logistics , assigning duties, setting goals, addressing concerns and troubleshooting problems

Provides regular feedback on the status of On-time-delivery ( OTD ) , ma npower , and material / labor budget in adherence to the Program requirements.

Manages departmental adherence to government MMAS audit requirements and internal and external AS9100 audit

Participate in proposal and bid efforts that include material work to provide scheduling input for Program and Capture managers

Assist in managing team’s performance against metrics

Act as a liaison between functional organizations such as Operations, Finance, Supply Chain, Program Management, and Engineering

Utilizes Material Requirements Planning (MRP) systems

Manages multiple complex projects or processes with little to no oversight

Makes moderate to substantial improvements to systems and processes. Contributes to achievement of departmental goals and operating plans with direct impact on the departmental results. Work is performed with little oversight

Contributes to program success as an integral member of the Integrated Program Team (IPT)

Explains, interprets, and gains cooperation on policies, procedures and practices

Opportunities for problem solving and innovation are complex and may require comprehensive information gathering, analysis and investigation to understand the problem

Problems typically involve consideration of multiple issues, job areas or specialties. Problems are generally solved through creative solutions, drawing from prior experience and in-depth analysis of issues Works to achieve operational targets with direct impact on the departmental results

Contributes to the development of goals for the department and planning efforts (budgets, operational plans, etc.)

Qualifications and Education Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in business management , Supply Chain Management, or minimum of 5 years Material Planning / Supply Chain experience

Minimum of 5 years of leadership experience

Minimum of 5 years of experience with MRP and ERP systems

Experience in Manufacturing or Production environment

Experience with DFAR, MMAS , and AS9100 compliance

Must be eligible for DoD Personal Security Clearance

Preferred Skills

Ability to motivate , inspire and lead team members in a f ast -paced environment

Strong critical thinking and decision-making abilities

Strong prioritiz ation and organizational skills

Ability to produce, and analyze reports

Must possess proficiency in Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Project)

Strong written and verbal skills

Security Responsibilities

Must comply with all company security and data protection / usage policies and procedures.  Personally responsible for proper marking and handling of all information and materials, in any form. Shall not divulge any information, or afford access, to other employees not having a need-to-know. Shall not divulge information outside company without management approval.  All government and proprietary information will be accessed and stored electronically on company provided resources.

• Incumbent must be eligible for DoD Personal Security Clearance.

Due to U.S. Government contract requirements, only U.S. citizens are eligible for this role.

Work Environment

Must be able to work flexible hours and overtime as needed, including occasional weekends.

Occasional travel between company sites

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

May be required to sit down for long lengths of time.

May be required to climb stairs.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for their job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

CAE USA Inc. is an EOE / AA employer and gives consideration for employment to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you’d like more information about your EEO rights as an applicant under the law, please click here Know Your Rights : Workplace Discrimination is Illegal (https : / / www.eeoc.gov / sites / default / files / 2022-10 / EEOC_KnowYourRights_screen_reader_10_20.pdf) .

PAY TRANSPARENCY NONDISCRIMINATION PROVISION The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information.

Position Type

Regular

CAE thanks all applicants for their interest. However, only those whose background and experience match the requirements of the role will be contacted.

Equal Opportunity Employer

CAE is an equal-opportunity employer committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. As "One CAE," we take affirmative action to ensure equal opportunity for all applicants regardless of race, nationality, colour, religion, sex, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, disability, neurodiversity, Veteran status, age, or other legally protected characteristics.

If you don't see yourself fully reflected in every job requirement listed in the job posting, we still encourage you to reach out and apply. At CAE, everyone is welcome to contribute to our success. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please get in touch with us at rh-hr@cae.com .