Reporting to the Director of North American Purchasing & Planning, this role leads production planning, scheduling, purchasing, and logistics while driving alignment across global supply chain functions.
What you’ll do
- Lead and coach purchasing, planning, and logistics teams; build skills, develop talent, and improve performance
- Improve material availability, optimize scheduling, reduce shortages, and remove bottlenecks
- Establish and track KPIs (cost, PPV, inventory turns, lead time, service levels, supplier performance)
- Forecast material requirements and develop accurate production plans based on sales demand, orders, and inventory
- Develop and implement purchasing policies, supplier scorecards, and supplier development programs
- Partner with category management to drive cost savings and process improvements
- Report performance metrics to senior leadership (capacity, schedule adherence, forecast accuracy, etc.)
- Manage supplier contracts, supply agreements, and third‑party logistics relationships
- Ensure compliance with shipping, customs, and import/export regulations
- Lead continuous improvement initiatives within purchasing and planning
- Act as first point of escalation for the purchasing/planning team
Requirements
- 10+ years procurement/supply chain experience in manufacturing
- 5+ years in a Leadership role
- Well‑rounded experience in Supply Chain including Purchasing, Planning, and Logistics
- Degree or diploma in business, supply chain, or related field
- Must be willing to work onsite, this is not hybrid or remote.
- Strong ERP/MRP knowledge + advanced Excel skills
- Skilled in sourcing niche suppliers and managing complex supply bases
- Strong communicator, detail‑oriented, analytical, resourceful, and proactive
- Able to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment
- Demonstrated success working cross‑functionally and building supplier relationships
- Legally authorized to work in Canada (no sponsorship)
Preferred
- Project Management training
- Lean manufacturing knowledge
- Salary range: $92,000 – $126,000 (based on experience) up to an additional 10‑30k with incentives listed below
- Eligible for quarterly incentive program
- Education assistance, wellness programs, training & development
- Modern climate‑controlled facility and regular employee events
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Interested candidates may apply through the provided application channel.