Manager - Logistics / Supply Chain Operations

Nova Scotia Health Authority; Truro; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking a Logistics Manager to oversee a comprehensive Integrated Supply Chain service. This role is pivotal in ensuring high-quality and efficient service aligned with strategic goals. The ideal candidate will have extensive management experience, strong leadership skills, and a thorough understanding of supply chain processes. Join a diverse and innovative team that values collaboration and excellence in health services while enjoying the vibrant lifestyle of Atlantic Canada.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Travel Insurance

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

Pension Plan

Qualifications

• 5+ years of management experience in supply chain activities.
• Strong leadership and communication skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead the operation of a comprehensive Integrated Supply Chain service.
• Participate in strategic planning related to emergency responses.

Skills

Leadership Skills

Communication Skills

Financial Skills

Analytical Skills

Project Management

Planning Skills

Organization Skills

Supply Chain Knowledge

IT-driven Supply Chain Systems

Fluency in French

Education

Undergraduate Degree in Related Field

Professional Supply Chain Designation (CPP/SCMP)

Job description

Req ID:

#

Location:

NorthernZone

Department:

SCO Logistics NZ

Type of Employment:

Permanent

Hourly FT (100%) x 1 Management/Non Union Position

Posting Closing Date:

9-May-25

Nova Scotia Health is the largest provider of health services in Nova Scotia, offering specialized services across Atlantic Canada. We aim to achieve excellence in health, healing, and learning through collaboration, reflected in our hospitals, health centres, and community programs.

We employ professionals across the province, offering a balanced lifestyle with vibrant cities and picturesque towns. Join us to explore the Atlantic lifestyle and be part of a diverse, innovative team.

About the Opportunity

The Logistics Manager leads the operation of a comprehensive Integrated Supply Chain service for NSH, ensuring high-quality, efficient service aligned with policies and strategic goals. The role involves participating in strategic planning related to emergency responses and supporting a provincially integrated process to develop supply chain processes, plans, and policies.

This position can be based at Aberdeen Regional, Colchester Regional, Cumberland Regional, or St. Martha's Regional.

About You

• Undergraduate degree in a related field is required.
• Minimum of five (5) years of management experience overseeing supply chain activities in a large organization; equivalent education and experience considered.
• Recognized Professional Supply Chain Designation (CPP/SCMP) is an asset.
• Strong leadership, communication, financial, and analytical skills.
• Excellent project management, planning, and organization skills.
• Understanding of supply chain processes and KPIs.
• Experience with IT-driven supply chain systems.
• Ability to delegate and work effectively with healthcare practitioners.
• Fluency in other languages, especially French, is an asset.

Please ensure your resume is current and includes all relevant education, experience, training, and certifications.

Hours

Permanent, Full-time, 75 hours bi-weekly

Compensation and Benefits

$40.95 - $51.19 hourly. Benefits include health, dental, travel, disability, life insurance, and a pension plan.

Once You've Applied

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Nova Scotia Health values diversity and encourages applicants from all backgrounds, including Indigenous peoples, Black/African Nova Scotians, Persons of Colour, Foreign Nationals, Persons with Disabilities, and 2SLGBTQIA+ community members.