Our federal government client is seeking a Material Management Specialist to provide hands-on support for warehouse operations, inventory control, and materiel lifecycle activities. This role is essential to maintaining supply continuity, improving readiness, and reducing operational risk within a high-volume logistics environment.

Tasks

• Receive deliveries, sort packages, and complete transactions in an SAP-based ERP system

• Conduct inventory updates, including serial number verification and disposal/transfer transactions

• Operate material handling equipment such as pallet jacks and forklifts (with valid certification)

• Support hazardous waste coordination and ensure compliance with safety procedures

• Prepare items for surplus disposal, manage listings, and coordinate with external buyers

• Maintain accurate records of loaned and returned equipment

• Provide client service in response to supply requests, both in-person and remotely

• Maintain effective communication with internal teams and external stakeholders

• Support the warehouse team with physical organization and material flow

• Participate in scheduled meetings, complete required reporting, and follow departmental protocols

Qualifications

• Secondary school diploma or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience

• At least four (4) years of experience in the materiel management field

• Minimum two (2) years of recent experience in warehousing within a government or large commercial organization 

• Minimum two (2) years of recent experience entering materiel data into an SAP-based ERP using a warehousing module

• Proven ability to coordinate inventory replenishment, distribution, and disposal of complex assets

• Experience preparing detailed Statements of Work and communicating across all procurement stages

• Knowledge of life cycle strategies and asset disposal planning

• WHMIS certification required before contract start

• Secret-level security clearance and English fluency

• Ability to work primarily on-site with limited telework

• Familiarity with hazardous materials handling and compliance with controlled goods procedures is an asset

We appreciate the time and effort all applicants invest in their submissions. Please note that only candidates shortlisted for this role will be contacted directly. However, your profile will remain under consideration for future opportunities that align with your experience and career goals. All qualified applicants will receive fair consideration for employment. We welcome individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities including those who identify as women, members of racialized groups, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, and 2SLGBTQIA+ communities. If you require an accommodation, please review our accessibility policy and reach out to our accessibility officer with any questions. Our human recruiters review all applications and always make the final hiring decision. On occasion, we also use AI-assisted tools to help review applications.