Supply Chain Associate

Nexans USA Inc; Quinte West; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Internal mobility opportunities

Job summary

Nexans in Ontario, Canada is seeking a Supply Chain Associate to support day-to-day order management, intercompany transactions, and transportation coordination within the new IBP & Internal Sourcing team.

The role reports to the Senior Manager, IBP & International Sourcing and requires strong execution, attention to detail, and cross-functional collaboration with Planning, Manufacturing, Logistics, and Commercial teams.

Qualifications

• College diploma or bachelor's degree in supply chain, business, logistics, or related field.
• 0-3 years of relevant experience in supply chain, order management, or manufacturing.
• Experience with SAP or another ERP system preferred.
• Strong Excel and Office skills with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Monitor customer orders from entry to delivery and keep data accurate in SAP.
• Coordinate intercompany transfers and SAP transactions between plants.
• Arrange and track transportation with carriers and ensure on-time shipments.
• Support month-end activities and KPI reporting for stakeholders.
• Communicate status updates and identify risks to commitments.

Skills

SAP

Order management

ERP system

MS Excel

Attention to detail

Communication

Multi-tasking

Education

College diploma or Bachelor's degree

Tools

ERP software

Job description

Full Time

Junior professional - up to 5 years

ID: 81080

WHO ARE WE?

At Nexans our global vision is to electrify the future. For over a century, Nexans has played a crucial role in the electrification of the planet. With around 28,000 people in 42 countries, the Group is leading the charge to the new world of electrification: safer, sustainable, renewable, decarbonized and accessible to everyone Nexans recognizes the differences that make each employee valuable and unique.

WELCOMING YOU TO THE TEAM

Our story starts in 1911, manufacturing cables to support the distribution of power generated from Niagara Falls, Nexans has proudly contributed to Canada's growth. We have been involved in many of Canada's most ambitious projects; from dams, bridges, energy transmission and distribution to railroads and transportation. We are a vertically integrated manufacturer and our products are made at facilities located in Quebec, Ontario, and Saskatchewan.

As a Supply Chain Associate, you will report directly to the Senior Manager, IBP & International Sourcing . This role will support the day-to-day execution of supply chain activities, with primary responsibilities for order management, intercompany transactions, and transportation coordination. This role is being created as part of the new department creation IBP & Internal Sourcing within Supply Chain Function. .

GETTING TO KNOW THE POSITION

The role serves as an important link between Supply Chain and the Commercial team by monitoring customer orders, identifying changes or potential delays, and providing timely and accurate updates so Commercial teams can proactively communicate with customers and improve the overall customer service experience.

The Supply Chain Associate also processes intercompany transactions in SAP and coordinates transportation of materials and products between company plants and inbound from suppliers.This is a hands-on, execution-focused role requiring strong follow-through, attention to detail, communication, and the ability to coordinate multiple activities across Planning, Manufacturing, Purchasing, Logistics, Commercial, suppliers, carriers, and other internal teams.

HOW YOU MAKE AN IMPACT

Order Management & Commercial Support

• Monitor customer orders from entry through production, shipment, and delivery, ensuring dates and information remain accurate.
• Follow up with Planning, Manufacturing, Logistics, and other teams to identify and resolve order delays, shortages, and other issues.
• Provide timely order-status updates to the Commercial team and escape risks to customer commitments.
• Maintain accurate order information in SAP and support continuous improvement of order visibility and customer service

Intercompany Transactions

• Process and monitor intercompany orders, stock transfers, deliveries, and related SAP transactions between plants and legal entities.
• Coordinate with supplying and receiving plants to ensure transactions and shipments are completed on time.
• Monitor open transactions, investigate routine discrepancies, and coordinate corrective actions.
• Maintain accurate documentation and escape significant transactional, inventory, financial, or system issues

Transportation Coordination

• Coordinate inbound supplier and interplant transportation of raw materials, work-in-process, and finished goods.
• Arrange and monitor shipments with approved carriers, ensuring pickup and delivery requirements are met.
• Follow up on delayed or missed shipments and coordinate corrective actions with suppliers, carriers, and internal teams.
• Communicate transportation risks that may impact production or customer commitments and support expedited shipments when required.

SAP & Transactional Support

• Execute routine supply chain transactions accurately and in a timely manner in SAP and other applicable systems.
• Maintain accurate order, delivery, shipment, and transportation information and identify missing or incorrect data.
• Investigate routine transactional issues and coordinate corrections in line with established processes and controls.
• Support month-end activities by ensuring outstanding transactions are completed or appropriately identified.

Reporting & Operational Follow-Up

• Maintain routine reports and trackers covering customer orders, intercompany transactions, shipments, and transportation exceptions.
• Highlight past-due orders, upcoming commitments, delays, and other items requiring attention.
• Provide regular status updates and basic KPI reporting to Supply Chain and Commercial stakeholders.
• Identify recurring issues and support corrective actions and continuous improvement initiatives

WHAT YOU BRING TO THE ROLE ?

• College diploma or bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Logistics, Operations, or a related field.
• 0-3 years of relevant experience in supply chain, order management, logistics, transportation, customer service, purchasing, or manufacturing.
• Experience with SAP or another ERP system is preferred.
• Basic understanding of order-to-delivery and supply chain processes.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Outlook, and other Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple orders, shipments, and priorities simultaneously.
• Strong follow-up and problem-solving skills.
• Clear and professional written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience working in a manufacturing environment is an asset.

WHY WORK WITH US?

• Interesting and varied work in an international, dynamic and multidisciplinary environment
• As a group, we believe in empowering our employees to reach their full potential, that's why we're committed to providing you with a range of internal mobility opportunities for professional and personal development
• Comprehensive benefits package including flexible dental/healthcare/vision options, a competitive Company matched Defined Contribution Plan, additional voluntary retirement fund options
  

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
Type of Position: New position
Use of AI: None
Salary: [$70,000.00 per annum to $80,000.00 per annum]

What drives us

At Nexans, purpose, excellence and people drive us. We electrify the future responsibly, with strong commitments to sustainability, innovation and inclusion. Empowering every employee to grow, contribute and create lasting impact worldwide. Join us in shaping a better tomorrow.