Operations Long-Range Planning Manager

Pratt & Whitney; Longueuil; On-site; CAD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension and savings plan

Group insurance

Career progression

Merit or recognition program

Health and wellness program

Recreational and sports club

Nearby daycares

Transportation accessibility or public

Job summary

Pratt & Whitney Canada in Longueuil is seeking an Operations Long-Range Planning Manager to lead the integrated five-year operations plan, translating forecasts into actionable requirements and coordinating with Procurement, Human Resources, Finance and Program Management.

You will partner with cross‑functional teams to define capacity, workforce and investment needs, produce executive dashboards and KPIs, and support strategic planning and executive reviews.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in project management, manufacturing management, or procurement.
• Experience in aerospace manufacturing or a complex industrial environment.
• Strategic leadership and ability to influence at all levels.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain the integrated long-range operations plan (5-year horizon).
• Translate forecasts and strategic objectives into actionable requirements for operations.
• Collaborate with Procurement to integrate supplier strategies into the long-range plan.
• Coordinate with HR, Finance and Programme Management to align resources and investments.
• Produce executive dashboards and KPIs to measure progress and outcomes.

Skills

Project management

Manufacturing

Procurement

Strategic planning

Leadership

Communication

Change management

Education

University degree

Job description

About Pratt & Whitney Canada

Pratt & Whitney Canada (P&WC) is a global leader in aerospace innovation, proudly headquartered in Longueuil, Quebec, since 1928. We design and manufacture next-generation aircraft engines that power the world’s largest fleet of business, general aviation, and regional aircraft and helicopters.

For nearly 100 years, our teams have been at the forefront of propulsion technology, pushing boundaries to make flight more efficient and reliable. Our engines support missions that truly matter, from transporting people and essential goods, to enabling emergency medical services, humanitarian operations, and wildfire suppression around the world.

An Employer of Choice

Pratt & Whitney Canada was named one of Canada’s Best Employers for 2026 by Forbes, marking the 11th consecutive year the company has earned this recognition. Pratt & Whitney Canada also ranked #1 employer in the aerospace and defense industry in the country. In addition, our headquarters continues to be recognized among the top employers in the Montreal region. Together, these distinctions reinforce our reputation as an employer of choice in Montreal, across Canada, and around the world.

Why join our team?

We are a visionary team dedicated to rethinking the way Operations are conducted on a global scale. Within our department, you will contribute to the definition and implementation of strategic projects essential to achieving our global operational objectives. Together, we will plan the necessary investments for the years ahead to drive sustainable growth while effectively managing risks. You will play a central role in a major transformation that will positively impact our production sites, supply chain, and customer experience worldwide.

Reporting to the Associate Director of Long Range Planning (LRP), the Operations Long-Range Planning Manager is responsible for developing, coordinating, and maintaining the integrated long-range operations plan with a five-year horizon. The analyst ensures alignment between business forecasts, manufacturing strategy, operational capabilities, procurement needs, human resources, and the organization's financial objectives.

As a strategic partner, the analyst works closely with teams across Operations, Manufacturing, Procurement, Human Resources, Finance, and Program Management to identify future capacity, workforce, and investment needs required to achieve the company's growth objectives.

The position is based at our Longueuil location, from Monday to Friday, with flexible hours and exclusively on-site.

What will your day-to-day look like?

• Develop and maintain the integrated long-range operations plan (5-year horizon).
• Translate volume forecasts, growth plans, and strategic objectives into actionable operational requirements.
• Contribute to the development of the manufacturing roadmap in collaboration with Production and Continuous Improvement/CORE teams.
• Collaborate with Procurement teams to integrate supplier strategies and capabilities into the long-range plan.
• Understand various capacity scenarios and evaluate their impacts on resources, costs and investments.
• Establish long-term projections for hourly, temporary (YB) and salaried (BB) workforce requirements.
• Work closely with Human Resources to align eCAR needs and requisitions.
• Support annual strategic planning exercises and executive reviews.
• Monitor eCARs and associated strategic action plans, holding business units accountable for progress.
• Coordinate and track the progress of strategic operational projects.
• Produce executive dashboards and key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure initiatives progress and goal achievement.
• Act as the central point of coordination between Operations, Manufacturing, Procurement, Human Resources, Finance and Program Management functions.
• Prepare analyses and recommendations for the executive committee.
• Facilitate decision-making by providing an integrated view of the operational, financial and organizational impacts of proposed scenarios.

Travel and variable schedules may also be required for interactions with suppliers, partners, and internal sites (manufacturing and assembly).

What do you need to be successful?

• University degree in Project Management, Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in project management, manufacturing management, or procurement.
• Experience in the aerospace manufacturing sector or a complex industrial environment.
• Strategic leadership skills with the ability to influence and engage at all levels.
• Excellent communication, change management, and problem-solving skills.

This position is part of a French-speaking work environment, it requires a very good knowledge of English to read and understand, on a daily basis, documentation and technical terms that may emanate from international organizations, as well as to write and communicate in English with customers, suppliers or international colleagues.

What do we offer?

• Pension and savings plan with employer contributions
• Group insurance program
• Opportunities for advancement (career progression)
• Merit or recognition program
• Health and wellness program, including virtual health care
• Recreational and sports club
• Nearby daycares
• Transportation accessibility or public transit program and free parking

Working at Pratt & Whitney Canada

The masculine pronoun is used without discrimination and solely for the purpose of making the text easier to read. We will consider applications from all qualified candidates.

At Pratt & Whitney Canada, we combine passion, boldness, and precision to design, manufacture, and maintain the most advanced and reliable aircraft engines in the world. Our work and the quality of our products contribute to the success of our customers, who in turn save lives, support commerce, connect communities, and protect freedoms.

At Pratt & Whitney Canada, you have the opportunity to make a difference every day—just look up. Are you ready to go beyond?

The selected candidate will be required to complete a criminal background check and any applicable clearances with respect to the handling and transfer of controlled goods. Employment is conditional upon the successful completion of these checks and obtaining the required clearances. Failure to do so will result in the withdrawal of the employment offer.