MRO Supervisor

Maple Leaf Foods; Winnipeg; Hybrid; CAD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and Wellness benefits

Defined Contribution Pension Plan

Tuition reimbursement program

Learning and development opportunities

Volunteer days

Job summary

Maple Leaf Foods is seeking an MRO Supervisor to manage the spare parts storeroom, procurement, and inventory for Lagimodiere operations. You will lead a team, optimize MRO spend, and ensure compliance with safety and quality standards.

You will partner with reliability and operations leadership to drive supplier performance, implement SOPs, and deliver accurate reporting on MRO metrics across the plant.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years’ experience in an MRO purchasing, inventory or maintenance management role in manufacturing.
• College diploma in purchasing/inventory management.
• Certification in supply chain or procurement management.
• Strong negotiation skills.
• Proven personnel management and mentoring abilities.
• Knowledge of MRO parts and warehouse management.
• Experience with SAP or ERP/MRP systems.

Responsibilities

• Execute MRO planning and management practices in day-to-day operations.
• Manage purchasing of maintenance spare parts, consumables and services.
• Develop alternative suppliers and supplier relationships.
• Oversee vendor performance and negotiations.
• Control spare parts replenishment to maintain right-sized inventory.
• Ensure accuracy in inventory movements and financial reporting.
• Drive cost reduction activities and process improvements.
• Coach and supervise storekeepers, purchasers, and receivers.
• Develop plant SOPs and ensure compliance with standards.
• Report MRO metrics to plant and leadership.

Skills

Negotiation

People management

Delegation

Collaboration

Conflict resolution

Team building

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Education

College Diploma in purchasing/inventory management

Certification in supply chain or procurement management

Tools

SAP

ERP/MRP systems

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Outlook

Job description

The Opportunity:

The Maintenance, Repair and Operations (MRO) Supervisor for Lagimodiere is responsible for all activities associated with the effective and efficient operation of the MRO Spare Parts Storeroom. Reporting to the Reliability Leader, this role has overall responsibility for the management of inventory levels, purchasing practices, and warehouse operations. They are responsible from demand to fulfillment of spare parts for use by maintenance or operations.

Snapshot of a Day-in-the-Life:

• Execution of MRO planning and management best practices in day to day operations
• Manage purchasing of maintenance related spare parts inventory, consumables and services
• Manage sourcing and development of alternative suppliers
• Manage vendor relationship including performance
• Manage spare parts replenishment criteria to ensure "right sized" inventory
• Manage spare parts movements to maximize transparency and financial accuracy and minimize inventory cycle count deficiencies
• Drive cost reduction activities
• Provide oversight, guidance, training and support to staff
• Manage, coach and mentor storekeepers, purchasers, receivers, coordinators
• Manage new part creation and extension requests
• Responsible to ensure all corporate standards are followed in the execution of storeroom activities
• Oversee the development of plant specific standard operating procedures (SOPs)
• Responsible for analyzing and reporting MRO metrics to plant and corporate leadership as required
• Shall demonstrate full commitment to the implementation of the requirements of the Global Standard for Food Safety and to processes which facilitate continual improvement of food safety and quality management
• Ensure qualified resources complete MRO spares management work activities in a safe, efficient, and effective manner

What You’ll Bring:

• 3 – 5 years’ experience in an MRO purchasing, MRO inventory, or maintenance management role in a manufacturing facility. Food manufacturing an asset
• College Diploma in purchasing/inventory management
• Certification in supply chain or procurement management
• Strong and effective negotiation skills
• Strong and effective personnel management skills (work assignment, coaching, mentoring, etc.)
• Ability to delegate, collaborate, and resolve conflict
• Strong team building and motivating skills
• Ability to develop team competencies
• Strong knowledge of MRO parts and warehouse management
• Experienced in ERP/MRP systems. Strong SAP knowledge an asset
• Able to quickly learn new software and new processes
• Excellent professional written and verbal communication skills, an ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment, with strong attention to detail are required skills
• Proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
• Good understanding of food processing and regulatory requirements is an asset
• Proven analytical and critical thinking skills

What We Offer at Maple Leaf Foods:

• Being part of a high-performance, people-focused company that has an inspiring and unique vision to become the most sustainable protein company on earth, and a deep commitment to sustainable protein across North America.
• An inclusive company culture and a work environment that keeps our people safe, rewards excellence, and empowers everyone to learn and contribute their best.
• Competitive Health and Wellness benefits that offer flexibility to meet your individual or family needs, including programs focused on improving mental health and wellbeing. These benefits start on your first day of employment.
• Defined Contribution Pension Plan with company matching that starts on your first day of employment.
• Learning and development opportunities, including workshops, ‘speaker series’ events, and resources that allow you to develop your skills and progress your career.
• Comprehensive tuition reimbursement program that supports continuous learning and development of our team members through investment in eligible degrees, diplomas, professional certification, or trades programs.
• Supporting our deep commitment to community impact, we offer up to two paid days annually to volunteer at a cause of your choice.

About Us:

We’re a carbon neutral food company on a purposeful journey to Raise the Good in Food through better nutrition, safer food and workplaces, more humane animal care, and environmental sustainability efforts that protect our planet. We care about our communities and commit to reducing food insecurity in Canada. Join us on the journey. Let’s build a better future, together.

We’re passionate about food. For more than 100 years, we’ve made delicious, healthy protein that Canadians love under iconic national and regional brands, like Maple Leaf®, Schneiders®, and Greenfield Natural Meat Co.® We’re on a journey to become the most sustainable protein company – not just in Canada – but on earth.

• We are carbon neutral.
• We are one of the only food companies in Canada to set science-based targets.

We’re a global food company with approximately 10,000 team members. We operate sites in 20+ locations across Canada. We also have locations in the U.S. and Mexico, and do business in Asia.

A diverse and inclusive work environment

Championing diversity and inclusion is a critical component to advancing our collective purpose and vision and living the Maple Leaf Leadership Values. We believe in building, investing in, recognizing, and rewarding remarkable people who value an inclusive workplace, embrace all forms of diversity, and commit to including every voice in our collaborative environment. We’re so much stronger when we know we’re accepted and valued for who we are and what we each bring to the workplace.

We embrace a strong, values-based culture

Our eight Leadership Values are our north star. They guide the decisions we make for all our stakeholders: our consumers, our customers, our people, our communities, our shareholders, and the environment.

• Doing What’s Right
• Shared Value
• High Performance
• Diverse and Inclusive Teams
• Disciplined Decision Making
• Our Accountability
• Intense Curiosity
• Transparency and Humility

We thank all applicants for their interest in exploring employment opportunities with Maple Leaf Foods; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Applicants may be subject to a background check and must meet the security criteria designated for the position.

Championing diversity and inclusion is a critical component to advancing our collective purpose and vision, living the Maple Leaf Leadership Values, and delivering winning results. Accommodation is available upon request for applicants with disabilities in the recruitment and assessment process and when hired; please contact our Talent Attraction Team at [e-mail] .

Disclaimer: Please note that salaries posted on sites other than the MLF Careers Page are not a reflection of Maple Leaf Foods and are an estimated salary range provided by that particular job board. Maple Leaf Foods offers competitive wages and an attractive total rewards package, which will be discussed during an interview with our Talent Team.

Our 13,500 team members work in 20+ locations across Canada and the U.S. Find out where our plants and offices are located.

There’s no limit to how far you can take your career at Maple Leaf Foods. We’re a team of people with diverse backgrounds and a wide range of skills who challenge each other every day to learn and grow. When you join our team, your opportunities for growth are endless.