Supply Chain Coordinator

MDS Gas Turbine Engine Solutions; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee bonus program

Defined Contribution Pension Plan

Health Spending Account

Maternity and parental leave top-up

Fitness Membership Reimbursement

Positive work environment

Job summary

MDS Aero Support is seeking a Supply Chain Coordinator to join our team in Ottawa. The role focuses on coordinating procurement, monitoring supplier progress, and delivering equipment to customers across aviation, industrial and marine sectors.

Ideal candidates will have a mechanical engineering background, 4–7 years of experience, and strong communication skills to collaborate with project teams, suppliers and internal stakeholders while traveling as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or diploma in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
• 4–7 years of relevant technical experience.
• Must be Canadian Citizen or Permanent Resident to meet security clearance regulations.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate procurement and supplier management activities through to final delivery.
• Monitor supplier progress for build-to-print or procurement specifications.
• Interface with Project Management/Engineering to clarify requirements and schedules.
• Track deliverables, inspections, and change documentation.
• Prepare and distribute progress reports on supplier activity.

Skills

Fabrication knowledge

Problem solving

Communication

Interpersonal skills

MS Project

Team collaboration

Willing to travel

English proficiency

Education

Mechanical Engineering degree

Tools

MS Project

Job description

For over four decades, MDS has maintained its unrivaled position as a global leader in gas turbine engine solutions, serving prestigious clients worldwide. Specializing in aviation, industrial, and marine applications, MDS delivers fully tailored gas turbine engine test facilities—establishing itself as a trusted partner in more than 20 countries. From designing the world’s most advanced, one-of-a-kind test facilities to leading cutting-edge research and development, MDS continues to drive innovation.

We are currently looking for a Supply chain coordinator to join our dynamic team.

Supply chain coordinator is an excellent opportunity for a motivated professional who enjoys building relationships, solving problems, and working across multiple teams. You'll collaborate with suppliers, engineering, project management, manufacturing, and quality teams to help drive successful project outcomes while gaining exposure to all aspects of the supply chain.

If you're looking to grow your career, develop project management skills, and gain valuable insight into procurement and engineering operations, we'd love to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities

The Purchasing team is the hub for all MDS procurement and supplier management activities. The Supply Chain Coordinator is responsible for managing MDS orders through to final delivery.

This role includes monitoring and tracking supplier progress for equipment that requires a supplier to either build-to-print using MDS engineered drawings, typically involving mechanical fabrication, machining, and assembly, or to design and build in accordance with an MDS Procurement Specification.

Specific Departmental or Project Duties

• Interface with Project Management/ Engineering to clarify and understand the requirements and schedule for custom equipment/documentation deliverables defined under MDS Purchase Orders and in MDS Procurement Specifications and Engineering Drawings.
• Interface with MDS Suppliers to monitor progress and track deliverables.
• Plant visits for in-process inspection and to monitor fabrication progression with respect to the schedule are an important part of the role
• Ensure products are delivered in compliance with the Purchase Order, which includes compliance to drawings, specifications, assembly and testing and terms and conditions.
• Receive documentation deliverables (drawings, calculations, procedures, manuals, certificates etc.). Distribute documents for internal review and action, and provide feedback and updates to the supplier.
• Report on supplier inspection activities and manage Non-Conformance Reports.
• Responsible to foster and develop relationships with MDS suppliers and develop solutions to supplier issues in conjunction with other disciplines.
• Prepare and distribute reports on the progress of the supplier activity.

Education and Qualifications

• Minimum Degree or Diploma from recognized university or college, preferably Mechanical Engineering focused.
• 4-7 years relevant technical experience.
• Candidates must be Canadian Citizens or Permanent Residents to meet the requirements of the Controlled Goods Program and other applicable government security clearance regulations.

Skills

• Understanding fabrication practices and assembly methods is an asset.
• Creative problem solving, communication and interpersonal relations skills.
• Working knowledge of MS Project is an asset.
• Experience in working in diverse teams of in-house personnel and/or with outside subcontractors on multi-discipline design projects.
• Willing and able to travel internationally when required.
• Excellent English communication skills, both oral and written.

What's in it for you?

We believe in and encourage open and transparent communication across the organization so every year we invite our people to a bi-annual Town Hall Meeting.

We are passionate about our people, business, customers and community so we demonstrate the utmost care, respect and accountability for everything we do.

No matter who you are or where you’re from, we welcome new ideas and fresh perspectives. We believe in teamwork. We’re better, together.

On top of that, MDS offers the following:

Canada’s Best Managed companies (Platinum member)

Employee bonus program

Defined Contribution Pension Plan

100% employer-paid annual sick leave, health and dental premiums, and life, accidental death, and short-term disability insurance.

Health Spending Account (for some medical expenses that aren’t covered under provincial plans or our standard insurance plan)

Maternity and parental leave top-up

Fitness Membership Reimbursement

Positive and flexible work environment

Opportunity for career advancement

Strong focus on learning and development

Company events including family holiday party, employee events, executive - led coffee talks, team gatherings, and so much more

MDS is an equal opportunity employer. MDS does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of age, race, color, mental or physical disability, religion, sex or national origin or ethnic origin.

MDS Aero Support is committed to an inclusive and accessible recruitment process in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Accommodations are available upon request at any stage of the hiring process.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those candidates who meet or exceed our requirements, are legally eligible to work in Canada, are eligible for Controlled Goods, and do not require sponsorship will be contacted.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):

We use AI tools solely to assist with drafting and improving the wording of our job postings. AI is not used at any stage of candidate screening, résumé review, or hiring decision-making. All applications are reviewed by our recruitment team.

Telephone calls not accepted from candidates or agencies.