Supplier Manager

De Havilland Aircraft of Canada Limited; Calgary; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

De Havilland Aircraft of Canada Limited is seeking a Strategic Sourcing Specialist to enhance our supply chain operations. This role involves drafting and negotiating contracts, assessing supply chain risks, and collaborating with suppliers and internal stakeholders. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in strategic sourcing, particularly in the aerospace industry, and possess strong negotiation and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in supply chain and strategic sourcing.
• Experience in the aerospace industry is an asset.
• Strong presentation skills and comfortable with all organization levels.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to sourcing strategies and assess supply chain risks.
• Draft, review, and negotiate commercial agreements and contracts.
• Monitor supplier performance in terms of cost, quality, and delivery.

Skills

Negotiation

Communication

Financial Acumen

Teamwork

Education

Business Administration degree

APICS certification

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

ERP systems

MS Excel

Job description

Posted Thursday, June 5, 2025 at 6:00 AM | Expires Sunday, June 22, 2025 at 5:59 AM

De Havilland Aircraft of Canada Limited (DHC) is a storied name in the aerospace industry, recognized worldwide for its pioneering contributions to aviation and its unwavering commitment to quality, innovation, and reliability. Headquartered in Calgary, AB, DHC currently has approximately 1,400 employees across British Columbia, Alberta and Ontario, as well as in markets and distribution hubs world-wide.

Established in 1928, De Havilland Canada has a rich history marked by the development of some of the most iconic and versatile aircraft ever built. These aircraft have served a variety of roles—from bush flying to commercial aviation—and are celebrated for their rugged durability, operational versatility, and excellence in performance.

Over the decades, De Havilland Canada has evolved to meet the changing needs of the aviation industry. Today, we are more than just an aircraft manufacturer; we are a comprehensive aerospace company with capabilities that span design, production, maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) services. Our operations are supported by a team of skilled engineers, technicians, and industry professionals who are dedicated to upholding the highest standards of craftsmanship and innovation.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the implementation of sourcing strategies that align with business objectives
• Identify and assess supply chain risks, develop mitigation strategies, and ensure business continuity
• Draft, review, and negotiate contracts, commercial agreements, and product changes, as well as amend contracts.
• Identify, analyze, and realize cost optimization opportunities.
• Monitor and manage supplier performance including cost, quality, and on-time delivery.
• Ensure contracts are administered and maintained in accordance with our business requirements.
• Provide clear, concise, and accurate progress and impact reporting in compliance with Organization governance and management systems.
• Build positive relationships with suppliers as well as internal stakeholders from the working level to the executive level to achieve program objectives.

Experience & Education

• Gain a thorough understanding of the market for the product family and have a solid comprehension of suppliers’ capabilities, their positioning in the market, and their strategies.
• Business Administration and/or have extensive experience in supply chain.
• Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in supply chain/strategic sourcing.
• Experience in the aerospace industry and/or manufacturing environment (Asset).
• Experience with development programs and in project/program management (Asset).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills (English).
• Solid negotiation experience with an ability to understand legal terminology, draft, and review contracts.
• Strong presentation skills, and ability to get into details as well as provide executive summaries of complex situations.
• Comfortable dealing with all levels of an organization.
• Strong financial acumen with proficiency in MS Excel to analyze and compare prices and costs.
• Results-oriented and a team player comfortable working with all aspects of the organization.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite and experience using ERP systems.
• Ability to work in a highly technical environment.
• APICS certification (Asset)

At De Havilland Aircraft of Canada (DHC), we are committed to protecting our people, customers, shareholders and the public through Health & Safety Excellence. As such, it is expected that all employees maintain strict adherence to Health & Safety Policies and to perform key physical tasks of the position described in the job description and interview process. This may include but is not limited to the ability to work in a variety of environmental conditions including temperature extremes, confined spaces, working at heights and with or around chemicals. Employees are expected to adhere to the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) when at work which must include but is not limited to the ability to maintain a positive fit test when mask use is required.

At De Havilland Canada, we aim to be inclusive and diverse and provide equal opportunity for employment. All qualified applicants, regardless of gender, age, race, religion, sexual orientation, and disability, are encouraged to apply. De Havilland will accommodate the needs of applicants with disabilities throughout all stages of the selection process. If you need accommodation during the recruitment process, please advise your Talent Acquisition representative. Information relating to the need for accommodation and accommodation measures will be addressed confidentially.

Any offer of employment is conditional on the completion of positive and satisfactory background checks, which may include, proof that you are legally entitled to work in Canada, professional references, verification of employment history, verification of educational background and criminal background checks.