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Supply Chain & Operations Coordinator
@ Jacobs & Thompson Inc
Brantford, Ontario
Overview
Jacobs & Thompson Inc is hiring a Supply Chain & Operations Coordinator, a full-time role that centrally coordinates material planning, inventory, transportation, customer order fulfillment and operational administration. The work includes supervising one administrative staff member and driving process improvements, reporting to the General Manager.
Responsibilities:
- Coordinate material planning, inventory and replenishment with Purchasing and Production
- Coordinate domestic and international shipments with carriers and brokers
- Manage order fulfillment and shipping documentation in the ERP
- Supervise one administrative team member
- Drive process improvements and Lean initiatives
Requirements summary:
- Post-secondary diploma or degree in supply chain, logistics or business
- 3 to 5 years in supply chain, logistics or operations coordination
- Experience in a manufacturing environment preferred
- ERP experience, preferably Microsoft Dynamics 365
- Advanced Microsoft Excel and Office Suite skills
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- Employer posting date
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- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-09
- Source record updated
- 2026-10-16
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Job details
| Seniority | Mid level |
| Department | Supply chain & logistics |
| Experience | 3+ years |
| Manages people | Yes |
| Hours per week | 40 (estimated) |
| Travel | air: none · ground: none |
| Work setting | Office, Warehouse |
| Position | Mostly sitting |
| Physical demands | physical low · computer high |
| Languages | English |
| Education | College diploma (required), Bachelor’s degree (required) |
| Fields of study | Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Operations Management, Business Administration |
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Jacobs & Thompson Inc
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Full company description
Jacobs & Thompson Inc. is one of North America's largest fabricators of foam, film, textile and adhesive components, serving over 20 specialized markets including automotive, medical, military and the general manufacturing sector. J&T is the most vertically integrated foam parts supplier in Canada. Our growth as a specialty converter is based on four bedrock principles: integrity, engineered solutions, personalized service, and ‘just-in-time’ delivery, every time.
- LinkedIn followers
- 10,119
- People associated on LinkedIn
- 90
- Reported office locations
- 89 Kenhar Drive, Toronto, Ontario M9L2R3, CA
- 89 Kenhar Drive, Toronto, Ontario M9L 2R3, CA
- 760 Bayview Dr, Barrie, Ontario L4N, CA
- Business categories
- Advanced Materials
- Industrial
- Other recorded names
- Jacobs & Thompson Inc
- Jacobs & Thompson
- Specialties
- Foam Fabricating
- Textile & Film Composites
- Die Cutting
- Adhesive Coating & Hot Melt Lamination
- Flame & Radiant Heat Lamination
- Consumer Products
- Water Sports
- Eaves trough foam
- Floor Protection
- and Weather Stripping
- Profile identifies a recruitment agency
- No
- Reported total investment
- 0
Currency and observation date were not supplied; this is not a current valuation or a funding round.
Jacobs & Thompson Inc. is one of North America's largest fabricators of foam, film, textile and adhesive components, serving over 20 specialized markets including automotive, medical, military and the general manufacturing sector. J&T is the most vertically integrated foam parts supplier in Canada. Our growth as a specialty converter is based on four bedrock principles: integrity, engineered solutions, personalized…
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Manufacturing |
| Company size | 51-200 employees |
| Headquarters | Toronto, Ontario |
| Organization type | Privately Held |
| Year founded | 1955 |
| Specialties | Foam FabricatingTextile & Film CompositesDie CuttingAdhesive Coating & Hot Melt LaminationFlame & Radiant Heat LaminationConsumer ProductsWater SportsEaves trough foamFloor Protectionand Weather Stripping |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 10 |
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Reporting Structure
- Reports directly to the General Manager.
- Works closely with the Logistics Manager or Warehouse Supervisor to support inventory movement, shipping priorities, and warehouse coordination.
- Provides oversight and direction to one Administration Staff member.
- Collaborate with Purchasing, Production, Customer Care, Finance, Engineering, and Quality departments to support business objectives.
Supply Chain Coordination
- Monitor raw material, packaging, and finished goods inventory levels.
- Coordinate material requirements with Purchasing and Production to ensure uninterrupted operations.
- Support inventory replenishment planning and maintain optimal stock levels.
- Identify potential material shortages and proactively communicate risks and mitigation plans.
- Assist with supplier communications regarding delivery schedules, shortages, and order changes.
- Support implementation of inventory control and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Coordinate inbound and outbound domestic and international shipments.
- Schedule transportation requirements with freight carriers, brokers, and third-party logistics providers.
- Track shipments and resolve delivery delays, freight damage, and transportation issues.
- Manage shipping documentation, including Bills of Lading, customs documentation, freight invoices, and shipment records.
- Coordinate intercompany transfers and ensure timely delivery of materials between facilities.
- Expedite critical shipments when required to support customer or production needs.
- Coordinate customer order processing and fulfillment activities.
- Monitor order status from entry through delivery.
- Work closely with Customer Care and Production teams to resolve order-related issues.
- Ensure customer delivery commitments are met and communicate order updates as required.
- Support special customer requests, rush orders, and delivery prioritization activities.
- Maintain accurate inventory records within the ERP system.
- Support cycle counting and annual physical inventory activities.
- Investigate inventory discrepancies and coordinate corrective actions.
- Work closely with warehouse personnel to ensure efficient receiving, storage, and shipping activities.
- Monitor inventory turnover and identify opportunities to reduce excess or obsolete stock.
- Provide daily guidance and oversight to one administrative team member.
- Assign tasks, monitor workload, and support performance development.
- Ensure administrative activities are completed accurately and efficiently.
- Maintain departmental records, reports, and performance metrics.
- Develop and update standard operating procedures as needed.
- Maintain accurate supply chain and inventory data within ERP systems (Dynamics 365 preferred).
- Generate reports related to inventory, purchasing, shipping, and operational performance.
- Analyze trends and provide recommendations to improve efficiency and reduce costs.
- Ensure data integrity and accuracy across supply chain processes.
- Work closely with Production, Engineering, Purchasing, Quality, Customer Care, and Finance teams.
- Participate in planning meetings to align materials, production schedules, and customer requirements.
- Support new product launches and operational projects.
- Assist with identifying and implementing process improvements that enhance efficiency, accuracy, and service levels.
- Recommend improvements to inventory management, logistics processes, and operational workflows.
- Support Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Ensure compliance with company policies, transportation regulations, customs requirements, and safety procedures.
- Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and contribute to operational excellence initiatives.
Education
- Post-secondary diploma or degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Operations Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
- Minimum 3–5 years of experience in supply chain, logistics, inventory control, purchasing, or operations coordination.
- Experience in a manufacturing environment is preferred.
- Experience using ERP systems, preferably Microsoft Dynamics 365.
- Experience coordinating domestic and international shipments is considered an asset.
- Strong organizational and time-management skills.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
- Advanced Microsoft Excel and Office Suite proficiency.
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
- Leadership capability with experience providing direction to administrative or support staff.
- Ability to build positive working relationships across departments and with external partners.
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