Supply Chain Consultant

LIDD Consultants Inc.; Toronto; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading supply chain management consulting firm in Toronto is seeking a Consultant to design world-class distribution operations, audit logistics processes, and support software systems. Ideal candidates will have a degree in relevant fields, excellent communication skills, and an interest in supply chain management. This role requires proficiency in Word, Excel, and PowerPoint as well as the ability to travel frequently.

Qualifications

• Ability to travel within Canada, the US, and Latin America up to 50% of the time.
• Fluency in English and/or French and/or Spanish required.
• Demonstrated interest in supply chain management and logistics.

Responsibilities

• Audit operations and recommend process improvements.
• Analyze logistics and business operations data.
• Model business processes for clients.

Skills

Analytical and logical/mathematical problem-solving capabilities

Excellent written and spoken English

Programming experience

Superior verbal and written communication skills

Attention to detail and quality

Ability to handle multiple assignments

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, mathematics, software, science or a related field

Tools

Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Company Overview

LIDD is a leading supply chain management consulting firm. We design complex distribution centers and logistics systems to help companies move goods more efficiently. Our clients are manufacturers, distributors and retailers, including many brand names in food & beverage and consumer goods. From our offices in Montreal, Toronto, Los Angeles, Atlanta and Seoul, our staff of over 120 employees tackles challenging projects in a fun and supportive environment.

Our Diversity Statement

LIDD is an equal-opportunity employer. When you join our team, you'll feel like you belong regardless of your ethnicity, religion, race, origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status or disability. Let us know if you need accommodation during the recruitment process.

The Role

Our Consultants in supply chain help design world‑class distribution operations. Working with partners, directors, and project managers, you will participate in:

• Auditing operations and recommending improvements in process, layout and software;
• Designing and building manufacturing and distribution facilities;
• Configuring and supporting software systems that run supply chains.

Responsibilities

• Analyze, document and calculate logistics and business operations data;
• Model business processes to develop innovative recommendations for clients;
• Develop scripts that enhance applications, interfaces and reports;
• Build custom reports and KPIs from multiple software systems;
• Communicate technical analyses to project teams and clients clearly and concisely;
• Write training documentation for clients;
• Attend client‑facing meetings.

Desired Background

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, mathematics, software, science or a related field;
• Be able to travel within Canada, the United States, and Latin America up to 50% of the time;
• Excellent written and spoken English and/or French and/or Spanish *The ability to speak more than 1 language is required for this role in order to conduct business outside of the province of Québec;
• Programming experience;

• Proficiency in Word, Excel and PowerPoint;

We’re Looking for Candidates Who Have

• A demonstrated interest in supply chain management and logistics;

• Strong analytical and logical/mathematical problem‑solving capabilities;
• Superior verbal and written communication and presentation skills;
• Attention to detail and quality;
• Ability to handle multiple assignments simultaneously with guidance;
• Comfort working independently in an ambiguous environment with pressing deadlines.

Experience We Consider a Nice‑to‑Have

• Experience with supply chain‑related software or businesses;
• Experience with database management and programming;
• Experience with financial analysis.

Join our fast‑growing consulting firm and quickly gain valuable experience. Depending on your interests and goals, opportunities to progress at LIDD will readily present themselves.