Supply Chain Analyst

Irving Shipbuilding; Dartmouth; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading shipbuilding company in Dartmouth seeks a Supply Chain Analyst to ensure seamless material flow in the supply chain, optimize inventory, and meet production schedules. Responsibilities include analyzing variables, collaborating with teams, and generating reports. Ideal candidates have a post-secondary degree, 3-5 years of experience, and certifications in supply chain management. This is a full-time, in-office position.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3-5 years in supply chain or inventory management.
• Professional certifications such as CITT, SCMP, P.Log, PMP are assets.
• Strong knowledge of supply chain and inventory management principles.

Responsibilities

• Analyze variables to identify causes and implement actions.
• Aggregate demand requirements and assign supply priorities.
• Generate reports to detect issues and maintain data integrity.
• Execute strategic material planning and improvement projects.
• Collaborate with teams for performance goals.
• Provide updates on material performance in meetings.

Skills

Analytical skills

Knowledge of supply chain principles

Inventory management

Education

Post-secondary degree in Business Administration or Engineering

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION

As a Supply Chain Analyst, you'll be at the heart of ensuring materials flow seamlessly through our supply chain. Your mission: maintain material availability, optimize inventory levels, and support production schedules to meet customer demand. This role combines strategic thinking with hands‑on execution, offering opportunities to collaborate across teams and contribute to critical project milestones.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Analyze complex variables to identify root causes and implement corrective actions, especially for high‑budget, long‑lead materials.
• Aggregate demand requirements and assign supply priorities to ensure material availability across operations.
• Generate routine reports to detect and resolve issues proactively; maintain system data integrity and track KPIs.
• Execute strategic material planning initiatives and improvement projects, ensuring timely and cost‑effective delivery.
• Collaborate with procurement, production, logistics, and planning teams to achieve zero‑late and zero‑defect performance.
• Represent the Materials team in meetings, providing updates on material performance and issue resolution.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Post‑secondary degree in Business Administration, Engineering, or related discipline (preferred).
• 3‑5 years in supply chain or inventory management.
• Professional certifications (CITT, SCMP, P.Log, PMP, etc.) considered an asset.
• Strong knowledge of supply chain and inventory management principles.

Due to the nature of work Irving Shipbuilding does, all successful applicants must meet requirements for the Canadian Controlled Goods Program (CGP), Canadian Government Security clearance, and U.S. International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR).

Please note this position requires a full‑time, in‑office presence.

ABOUT US

Founded in 1882, J.D. Irving, Limited (JDI) has operations in Canada and the United States and are a team of 20,000 dedicated employees. At J.D. Irving, Limited, you are part of a dynamic team of professionals who lead with integrity and are passionate about delivering results. With a culture that nurtures talent and creates an inclusive workplace, you can grow your career across our various operating divisions.

We are committed to creating accessible environments for our colleagues, candidates, and customers. Requests for accommodation due to a disability (which may be visible or invisible, temporary, or permanent) can be made at any stage of application and employment. We encourage candidates to make their accommodation needs known so that we can provide equitable opportunities.

Worried you do not meet all the requirements? Studies have shown that many applicants apply only to job opportunities when they feel they meet 100% of the criteria. We promote an inclusive environment where everyone is appreciated, recognized, and empowered to contribute fully. If you are interested in this position but are worried you did not meet all the requirements, we would encourage you to still apply.

We appreciate your interest in our company however only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

ABOUT THE TEAM

Irving Shipbuilding is proud to be Canada's National Shipbuilder. Our team is constructing more than 20 modern patrol ships and destroyers for the Royal Canadian Navy and Canadian Coast Guard as part of the largest defence procurement project in Canadian history.

By joining our team of more than 2,400 shipbuilders, you can enjoy a dynamic and exciting career with a company dedicated to your success, development, and safety.

At Irving Shipbuilding, we're making history - why not make it with us? Learn more about careers at Irving Shipbuilding: shipsforcanada.ca/opportunities.

We invite applications from all qualified candidates, including racially visible persons, women in underrepresented roles, persons with disabilities, Indigenous persons, and members of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community, and encourage applicants to self‑identify.