Materials Coodinator

Materials Coordinator Nanaimo     The  O pportunity   We are  seeking  a highly motivated,  experienced  and qualified Materials Coordinator. This position  is responsible for   purchasing  a variety of goods and services within established limits and authority; ships; receives and records the movement of corporate goods and  maintains  inventories.      The Role   As a Material Coordinator, you directly report to the Supply Chain Manager performing the following duties:    Performing an inventory control function,  utilizing  a computerized inventory system, by monitoring,  recording  and  maintaining  inventory levels and resolving discrepancies;  maintaining  stock rotation; ensuring  optimum  usage of warehouse space;  maintaining  parts catalogues and technical reference manuals; and performing housekeeping duties   Shipping,  receiving  and recording the movement of goods by organizing,  consolidating  and co-ordinating transportation inbound and outbound; loading and unloading trucks;  operating  a range of motorized equipment for movement and storage of goods; picking,  packing  and marking orders as required; and  maintaining  record-keeping systems as appropriate   Processing  purchasing  transactions by reviewing,  checking  and analyzing requisitions;  assisting  requisitioners to develop product and service specifications; checking current inventories for availability and issuing goods where  appropriate ; and initiating orders within corporate contracts   Expediting the purchasing process;  determining  contract terms and conditions, inviting tenders; using standard forms, writing contract agreements within established limits and authority; and awarding and/or recommending awards depending on complexity of contract   Monitoring vendor performance; receiving,  inspecting  and verifying shipments; and reconciling discrepancies with vendors   Operating tool cribs by recording issues and returns and  maintaining  tools and equipment   Providing orientation, guidance, and familiarization to new and existing team members   Performing  additional  duties including communicating Corporate Purchasing and Inventory policies and procedures to vendors and internal clients for compliance purposes; and co-ordinating and/or producing reports     What you bring to the team   Competency Requirements:    Ability to communicate orally and in writing, including technical information, in a manner that is complete,  clear  and concise   Ability to  establish  and maintain effective working relationships with a wide variety of individuals to achieve corporate goals   Ability to effectively organize and  manage  one’s own workload independently, taking into consideration multiple tasks, change in priorities,  deadlines  and available resources to ensure efficient completion of tasks   Ability to recognize sensitive information and  maintain   an appropriate level  of confidentiality using fair business practices   Ability to assess situations, assimilate information from a variety of sources, analyze potential problems and solutions making independent decisions and take  appropriate actions   Ability to  identify  and recommend changes to policies,  procedures  and systems to meet corporate and customer needs   Ability to enter, manipulate and retrieve computer data in a quick and  accurate  manner using current standard BCF Oracle and Maximo software   Ability to use Microsoft Word and Excel at the intermediate level   Working knowledge of inventory management, warehouse practices and buying principles   Working knowledge of relevant trade and engineering materials and equipment   Strong team  orientation   Ability to work well under pressure     Education Requirements:    BC or inter-provincial Trades Qualification in industrial/automotive warehousing; or Certificate in  purchasing  plus considerable experience in an industrial environment; or equivalent combination of education,  training  and experience   A valid driver’s license  with a clean driving record     Join us!   If this sounds like your next  great career  move, please  submit  your cover letter and resume by May 31, 2026 .     "We connect communities and customers to people and places important in their lives”   At BC Ferries, our employees are our most important assets in delivering our commitment to customer safety,  service  and satisfaction.  We  support employment equity and diversity in the  workplace,  and we encourage applications from all qualified individuals including women, visible minorities, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, persons of diverse sexual orientation, gender identity or expression (LGBTQ2S+), and others who refle ct our ever-changing workplace.     We appreciate the interest of all applicants;  however,  only those selected for an interview will be contacted .