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Material & Logistics Manager Kiewit Supply Network Kiewit Port Coquitlam, British Columbia, Canada Requisition ID: 177694 Job Level: Mid Level Home District/Group: DHO Kiewit Supply Network Department: Supply Chain Management Market: Marine Employment Type: Full Time Position Overview As a Material Manager, you provide leadership and management for large heavy construction projects. This position manages staff and craft employees and interacts with senior site management, equipment vendors, subcontractors and service providers. You must possess experience in both purchasing and material control, and be able to travel and relocate for longterm and shortterm field assignments. The role is operational, dealing significantly with field issues at active projects. District Overview Kiewit Supply Network group specializes in providing comprehensive procurement services to clients across the construction and engineering industries in multiple markets, including transportation; water/wastewater; power; oil, gas and chemical; building; and mining. Our key objectives are to offer clients a worldclass service focused on ensuring equipment, materials and services are consistently estimated and procured at the right price. We strive to offer an appropriate level of quality and ensure materials and services are delivered on schedule and in compliance with the clients specifications and expectations. Location This position may be based in either our Project Laydown/Materials Yard in North Vancouver, BC or at the Project Site Office located in Squamish or Coquitlam, BC. Must be comfortable working directly at the jobsite location on a rotation schedule if required. Responsibilities Freight coordination: oversee all freight hauling activities, including barge transport and truck deliveries, and intermodal transfers. Scheduling & planning: develop and maintain detailed logistics schedules aligned with construction milestones and material availability. Vendor management: liaise with barge operators, freight carriers, and thirdparty logistics providers to ensure compliance with safety, timing, and cost requirements. Direct and coordinate activities of personnel both at the site and district office; engage in the process of buying materials, equipment, machinery and supplies. Oversee purchasing, receipt, inspection, storage, care and maintenance, material issue and all related paper functions involved in proper purchasing and material control. Manage and control material in and out of warehouse, laydowns and project tool rooms. Oversee project support responsibilities such as site security, recycling, temporary fencing, jobsite signage, dumpsters, trailer and dryshack setup. Perform and supervise the completion of large project mobilization and/or demobilization efforts. Represent company in negotiation and formulation of policies with suppliers. Responsible for projections, financial planning, expediting, delivery schedules and project reporting. Provide training and conduct material management related audits to ensure procedures are followed. Resolve vendor or contractor grievances and claims against suppliers. Implement and monitor site specific purchasing and material control plan. Communicate and enforce material management procedures to project team. Relocate for longterm and shortterm field assignments as required. Qualifications Must have 5+ years of experience in construction, infrastructure or marine transport. Bachelors degree in business, engineering, supply chain management, construction management or equivalent, and/or a minimum of 5 to 10 years experience of large construction project purchasing and material control. Ability to travel and relocate for short and longterm assignments. Proficient in Microsoft Office (PowerPoint, Word and Excel). SAP experience is a plus. Knowledge of purchasing and materials management for large scale construction operations. Detailoriented, flexible and highly motivated with a strong work ethic and professional demeanor. Effective timemanagement and organizational skills with the ability to perform multiple tasks efficiently and accurately. Team player who can also work independently to meet intense deadlines, goals and objectives. Ability to manage, train and coach purchasing and material control staff. Must possess leadership and peoplemanagement skills. Working Conditions Regular, reliable attendance. Work productively and meet deadlines timely. Communicate and interact effectively and professionally with supervisors, employees and others individually or in a team environment. Perform work safely and effectively. Understand and follow oral and written instructions, including warning signs, equipment use and other policies. Work during normal operating hours to organize and complete work within given deadlines. Work overtime and weekends as required. May work at various different locations and conditions may vary. Compensation $120,000/yr $147,000/yr Actual compensation is subject to variation due to such factors as education, experience, skillset and/or location and may be higher or lower than this range. Some positions may be eligible for additional pay premiums. We offer our fulltime staff employees a comprehensive benefits package thats among the best in our industry, including toptier medical, dental and vision plans covering eligible employees and dependents, voluntary wellness and employee assistance programs, life insurance, disability, retirement plans with matching, and generous paid time off. We believe in equal opportunity in employment practices without discrimination and comply with all laws regarding human rights in the provinces where we operate. Seniority Level MidSenior level Employment Type Fulltime Job Function Management and Manufacturing #J-18808-Ljbffr