Technical Material Expediter (Hybrid) Location: Halifax - Wilkinson, Canada
Regulatory Compliance Requirements Requires direct or indirect access to hardware, software, or technical data controlled under the Canadian Export Control List, the ITAR or the EAR. Requires a positive Controlled Goods assessment and the ability to obtain and maintain a NATO Secret Security Clearance.
Position Summary The Technical Material Expediter ensures all customer‑facing service delivery work has the required materials and coordinates alternate sources when the primary source is unavailable.
Key Areas of Responsibility Generate, communicate and update a work‑period focused materials availability schedule for each Service Lead.
Create material demand in the Thales systems, track and update reservations to support work items.
Review Bills‑of‑Material (BOMs) for Preventative Maintenance Short Work Periods and request changes as required.
Set material priority and escalate to Service Delivery Management when required.
Resolve material requirements that are unavailable for the work, coordinating with Supply Support Specialists, the Material Demand Planner, and the Service Lead.
Investigate and advise on alternative methods of obtaining outstanding material where required.
Raise requisitions for material and equipment required to support maintenance activities.
Track material availability and delivery dates for each service period and communicate impacts to the service team.
Initiate the materials obsolescence process when required.
Participate in regular team meetings,



advising on material status and recommending remedial action for any potential issues.
Complete assigned tasks within time and cost constraints to meet contracted KPI requirements in accordance with Thales policy.
Participate in root‑cause investigations for material, as required.
Other duties as assigned by Management.
Minimum Qualifications At least 3 years’ experience working with the Military and/or on a Defence contract or project.
Excellent communication and people skills; adept at interfacing between multiple internal and external stakeholders.
Strong computer literacy and proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Excel.
Previous experience working with SAP, MAXIMO, or other ERP systems.
Experience with the Defence Resource Management Information System (DRMIS) is an asset.
Strong clerical skills, high attention to detail, and ability to multi‑task and work autonomously.
Strong organizational skills and ability to balance multiple priorities.
Experience working within procurement, finance, project management, or supply chain & warehousing environments.
Open‑mindedness, active listening, and a willingness to share ideas while adding innovation.




Preferred Qualifications Defence industry experience.
Knowledge of material logistics methods and implementation.
Special Position Requirements Must meet all federal government requirements to access Canadian government facilities, including naval dockyards.
Schedule 40 hours per week.
Physical Environment Hybrid: a mix of working from home and on‑site (in office, at customer sites, or on board ships or in harbour).
Total Target Compensation (TTC) Annual market range inclusive of base salary and variable compensation target: $70,000–$85,000 CAD.
Perks Company‑paid extended health, dental, HSA, life, AD&D;, short‑term disability, cancer care program, travel insurance, Employee Assistance Plan, and Well‑Being program.
Retirement savings plans (RRSP, DCPP, TFSA) with company contribution and match to DCPP, no vesting period.
Company‑paid holidays, vacation days, and paid sick leave.
Voluntary life, AD&D;, critical illness, long‑term disability.
Employee discounts on home, auto, and gym membership.
Equal Opportunity Statement Thales is an equal opportunity employer which values diversity and inclusivity in the workplace. Thales is committed to providing accommodations in all parts of the interview process. Applicants selected for an interview who require accommodation are advised to notify upon receiving an invitation. All accommodation information provided will be treated as confidential and used only for the purpose of providing an accessible candidate experience.

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📌 Technical Material Expeditor (Nova Scotia)
🏢 Thales Group
📍 Nova Scotia