Material Planner

About Calian At Calian, we help organizations overcome obstacles, manage risks, and drive progress. Since 1982, we’ve grown from a small consulting firm into a trusted global company across defence, space, health, nuclear energy, public safety, and government. We create innovative solutions that tackle complex challenges and help organizations and communities stay resilient, informed, and connected. If you’re driven by purpose and energized by solving real-world challenges, we want you on our team. Job Type: Full Time Position Overview We are looking for a Material Planner to manage materials and production orders for manufacturing operations at Calian AT & Composites. In this role, you will act as a key link between project planning, engineering, purchasing, and manufacturing teams, ensuring materials are available to support production schedules and project requirements. Success in this position requires strong attention to detail, the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously, and a focus on achieving project objectives while adapting to changing requirements. Responsibilities Manage material requirements based on project demands, available inventory, and production schedules, including project material transfers before and after manufacturing. Plan and release purchase requisitions for purchased items. Ensure bill of material changes are incorporated into structures, work in process, and work in queue for production. Manage production and project timelines and adjust schedules as necessary to meet targets. Communicate potential risks or delays to stakeholders. Monitor actual versus planned material consumption and plan resupply as required. Use planning tools such as SAP, Excel, and other systems to support planning activities. Provide input to facilitate material planning improvements. Perform other duties as required within the scope of the role. Qualifications High school diploma or equivalent. Up to 5 years of experience in a manufacturing environment in either a hands-on or support role. Strong sense of urgency and a proactive, customer-focused approach to achieving results. Commitment to continuous quality improvement and process evolution. Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively with stakeholders across the organization. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Strong organizational, time management, and multitasking skills. Ability to respond effectively to changing priorities in a fast-paced environment. Additional Requirements Work in an office environment in conjunction with the manufacturing floor. May be required to work overtime to support project deadlines. Compensation $55,000 to $70,000 Position Type We have 1 available position. AI Usage Disclosure At Calian, we do not use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to screen or evaluate candidates. AI tools may support backend administrative tasks, but they do not influence hiring decisions. All evaluations and decisions are made by real people on our recruitment team and hiring managers. All applicants are reviewed and only those chosen for an interview will be contacted by our recruiting team. How we hire Our approach Experience and accommodations CV and cover letter tips Interview tips Our decision Play Video Perks and benefits Competitive, company-paid benefits Generous time off package Stock purchase plan RRSP program Flexible work hours for eligible roles Programs to support employee health and well-being

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