Director, Strategy & Integration

Canadian Blood Services; Calgary; Hybrid; CAD 140,000 - 169,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading health services organization is seeking a Director of Strategy & Integration to enhance operational readiness and technology in their supply chain division. This critical leadership role involves strategic planning, risk management, and leading ERP transformations, preferably with SAP or Oracle. Candidates should possess strong digital skills, business acumen, and extensive leadership experience. This position offers a hybrid work environment and competitive benefits.

Benefits

4 weeks' vacation

Annual performance award up to 12%

Comprehensive health benefits

Defined benefit pension plan

Employee discounts and wellness programs

Qualifications

• 10+ years of progressive experience in business management at a leadership level.
• Experience in health care or biotechnology is an asset.
• Project management certification is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic planning and integration efforts across the division.
• Optimize project portfolio and enable cross-functional collaboration.
• Manage supply chain portfolio and drive resource optimization.

Skills

Strong digital acumen

Hands-on experience with supply chain competencies

ERP transformations

Strategy execution

Change leadership

Exceptional interpersonal skills

Business acumen

Education

University degree in relevant discipline

Master of Business Administration

Tools

SAP

Oracle

Job description

Please note this role will work in a hybrid environment. The successful candidate must be located near a Canadian Blood Services site preferrably in Ontario and will be working a mixture of on-site and off-site work based on the parameters for our operations to meet the needs of our donors, our staff and our communities. Currently, employees are expected to have an in-person presence for at least 40% of their work time. This requirement may vary depending upon circumstances.

Job category : Supply chain and logistics

Job posting ID : 7528

Employment status : Regular full-time

Classification : PTS / MGT / IT B

Salary / Rate of pay : $140,525 - $168,423

Application deadline : 2025-08-08

Application requirements :

• Your up-to-date resume.
• We recommend you save a copy of the job posting for reference throughout the recruitment process.

Do you currently work for Canadian Blood Services? All employees must apply via the .

Together, we can make all the difference in the lives of others.

Be part of a dynamic, collaborative and caring organization committed to saving and improving lives. Thousands of patients depend on us every day for reliable access to safe blood, plasma, stem cells and organs and tissues.

If you are looking for a rewarding experience with a values and mission-driven team, join Canada’s Lifeline and make a meaningful difference.

We acknowledge that the work of Canadian Blood Services spans many Territories and Treaty areas across the country, and we are grateful for the Traditional Knowledge Keepers and Elders who have guided us in this important work. We recognize the land and waters that have inspired our work and offer gratitude to those Indigenous peoples on whose territory we work, live and play.

About the role :

Canadian Blood Services is looking for a Regular Full-time Director, Strategy & Integration to join our dynamic Supply Chain division. This is a critical leadership role that ensures the operational readiness and technological advancement of the infrastructure that supports our mission as Canada’s Biological Lifeline .

As Director, you’ll lead strategic planning and integration efforts across the division, ensuring alignment with enterprise goals and driving meaningful change. You’ll play a central role in advancing our transformation journey — from optimizing our project portfolio to enabling cross-functional collaboration and operational excellence.

We’re looking for someone withstrong digital acumenandhands-on experience maturing supply chain competencies as well as leading ERP transformations(ideally with SAP or Oracle). A background inmanufacturing supply chains,strategy execution, andchange leadershipis essential. Experience inproduct portfolio managementandfacilities or plant design would be valuable assets.

This is a high-impact role that works closely with senior leadership and the executive committee, helping to shape decisions that support our most critical enterprise priorities.

Formula for success :

Identify and address risks to strategy execution, working with supply chain leadership to remove roadblocks and escalate key issues when needed.

Lead and communicate strategic transformation initiatives, ensuring alignment across stakeholders — especially in areas like integrated supply chain enhancements.

Build strong cross-divisional relationships to align priorities and support initiatives like multi-product shifts and network expansion.

Manage the supply chain portfolio, driving prioritization, risk mitigation, and resource optimization to deliver maximum value.

Represent the division at the executive level — gathering input, analyzing emerging issues, and preparing materials that support informed decision-making.

Develop and maintain a clear, consistent reporting framework for operational and strategic initiatives, including executive and board-level reporting.

Leverage strongdigital acumento lead and supporttransformation initiatives.

Desired Education and Skills :

University degree in a relevant discipline, preferably business, life sciences, engineering, from a recognized institution; a Master of Business Administration or equivalent degree is strongly preferred.

Knowledge and understanding of project management, portfolio management and change management processes. Project management certification is considered an asset.

Digital acumen and ERP transformation experience ideally with SAP or Oracle is required.

Ten years of progressive experience at the leadership level in the area of business management, planning, strategy formulation and execution.

Experience in health care, biotechnology, pharmaceutical or blood banking industry at the leadership level is considered an asset.

Specific experience in strategy and financial analysis is an asset.

Highly strategic and forward thinking in approach, but able to balance near term deliverables with long-term priorities.

Exceptional interpersonal skills, including teamwork, facilitation, influencing and negotiation; able to achieve consensus to drive results.

Possesses strong business acumen and is able to effectively support executive-level decision making.

Proven track record of leading strategic change across technology environments.

An equivalent combination of education, training and experience may be considered.

What we offer you

4 weeks' vacation.

Annual performance award up to 12%.

Comprehensive group health, dental and vision benefits for you and your family.

Defined benefit pension plan.

Employee discounts, wellness program, professional resources.

What you can expect :

This role will work in a hybrid environment with requirements to be onsite at a Canadian Blood Services location 40% of the time / 2 days of the week.

Travel may be required to attend leadership meetings, 1-2 times a month.

Diversity and inclusion play a vital role in ensuring health equity for patients across Canada. We are committed to reflecting Canada’s population in our organization and fostering an environment where all employees can be their authentic selves, with equal opportunities to succeed and contribute.

If this role resonates with you, we encourage you to apply by providing your up-to-date resume. This could be your first step towards a meaningful and inspiring career. Come to work each day knowing that you save lives.

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