Materials and Traffic Business Manager

New Flyer is North America's heavy-duty transit bus leader and offers the most advanced product line under the Xcelsior® and Xcelsior CHARGE® brands. It also offers infrastructure development through NFI Infrastructure Solutions™, a service dedicated to providing safe, sustainable, and reliable charging and mobility solutions. Further information is available at www.newflyer.com.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Materials and Traffic Business Manager will drive continuous improvement across the Materials organization through data-driven analysis, process optimization, and proactive risk management. This role leads a team responsible for developing KPIs, dashboards, and insights that improve cost, service, and operational performance. Working closely with Materials leadership, Customs and Traffic, Engineering, and cross-functional teams, this position identifies performance gaps, implements corrective actions, reduces logistics costs, and strengthens visibility on material risks, while supporting engineering change and obsolescence management processes.

WHAT YOU WILL DO:

• Lead and develop a team of analysts and specialists to drive analytical excellence and continuous improvement
• Drive process, tool, and performance improvements across Planning, Materials, and Traffic functions
• Own Materials KPIs and executive dashboards; deliver clear insights, root cause analysis, and actionable recommendations
• Identify risks and performance gaps early; implement proactive mitigation strategies
• Optimize freight and logistics costs, including delivery performance and route efficiency
• Standardize and enhance Materials processes, tools, and work instructions, including MAKE part monitoring
• Lead Materials engagement in engineering change (ECN) and proactively manage cost, inventory, lead time, and obsolescence risks
• Own the Materials Obsolescence Program and inventory risk control framework

WHAT YOU NEED TO BE SUCCESSFUL:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Supply Chain or Operations related field
• 5 years or more in a fast-paced OEM environment
• 5 years or more in a senior supply chain role with strong process systems experience
• Strong global relationship management experience, with the ability to effectively influence partners, team members, business leaders, and supplier executives
• Proven ability to inspire change, manage conflict, align diverse perspectives, and drive agreement on goals
• Continuous improvement mindset with a focus on identifying and optimizing processes
• Demonstrated success in leading organizational change, process improvements, and project management initiatives
• Skilled in analyzing processes and data to identify opportunities for increased efficiency

Up to 30% of travel is required for this position.

OUR WHY: We exist to move people. Our mission is to design, deliver, and support market-leading bus and motor coach solutions that are safe, accessible, efficient, and reliable.

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Leveraging 450 years of combined experience, NFI is leading the electrification of mass mobility around the world. With zero-emission buses and coaches, infrastructure, and technology, NFI meets today’s urban demands for scalable smart mobility solutions. Together, NFI is enabling more livable cities through connected, clean, and sustainable transportation. News and information is available at www.nfigroup.com, www.newflyer.com, www.mcicoach.com, nfi.parts, www.alexander-dennis.com, arbocsv.com, and carfaircomposites.com.

WHY JOIN US:

• Be a part of a team leading the world’s electrification of mass mobility
• Competitive Wages and comprehensive benefit package with Immediate benefit eligibility    
• Paid holidays and vacation
• Passionate about creating a better product, a better workplace, and a better world
• Inclusive workplace culture that values and empowers team members.
• On-the-job training in a continuous learning environment (we’ve invested 10.9 million in 2023)
• Advancement opportunities within our family of companies

New Flyer is an equal opportunity employer.  We celebrate diversity, ensure equitable experiences and are committed to creating an inclusive environment reflective of the communities we operate. Accommodations are available at all stages of the recruitment process, at the candidates’ request.