Supply Chain Manager

-; Montreal (administrative region); On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global company is seeking a Supply Chain Manager in Montreal, Canada. This role involves leading a purchasing team to ensure timely procurement activities. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of personnel management experience, strong procurement expertise, and proficiency in SAP Ariba. Communication skills in both French and English are required, along with a relevant university degree. This position emphasizes continuous improvement and stakeholder collaboration.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in personnel management.
• 5-10 years in procurement/supply chain management.
• Strong knowledge of supply chain systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead the purchasing team and manage procurement activities.
• Optimize costs and ensure compliance with guidelines.
• Implement supply chain systems and reduce risks.
• Drive continuous improvement and maintain stakeholder relationships.

Skills

Leadership skills

Procurement expertise

SAP Ariba knowledge

Communication in French

Communication in English

Education

University degree in supply chain management or business administration

Tools

SAP Ariba

Job description

At ABB, we help industries outrun - leaner and cleaner. Here, progress is an expectation - for you, your team, and the world. As a global market leader, we’ll give you what you need to make it happen. It won’t always be easy, growing takes grit. But at ABB, you’ll never run alone. Run what runs the world

This Position reports to: Gestionnaire en approvisionnement et log

As a Supply Chain Manager, you will lead a functional team responsible for carrying out accurate and timely procurement activities, including transactional purchasing, e‑sourcing, data management, and reporting. You will ensure execution in compliance with company guidelines and procurement procedures, while driving improvements in cost, quality, and delivery performance.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the purchasing team, ensuring efficient execution of procurement activities and compliance with company guidelines.
• Optimize costs, quality, delivery, and working capital through the rigorous application of group procurement standards.
• Oversee the implementation and performance of supply chain systems, including SAP Ariba.
• Reduce risks related to quality and financial exposure by enforcing commercial and quality procedures.
• Drive continuous improvement by analyzing issues, identifying root causes, and recommending process enhancements.
• Ensure adherence to ABB’s core values, safety, integrity, and compliance standards in all activities.
• Foster collaboration across divisions and maintain strong stakeholder relationships.
• Develop team capabilities through coaching, mentoring, and succession planning.

Requirements

• More than 5 years of experience in personnel management, with proven leadership skills.
• 5 to 10 years of experience in procurement/supply chain management, ideally in an industrial or manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge of SAP Ariba and supply chain systems.
• University degree in supply chain management, business administration, or a related field.
• Excellent communication skills in French and English, with the ability to manage stakeholders effectively. French is required. English is also required for regular communication with clients outside Quebec.

Why ABB?

We empower you to take initiative, challenge ideas, and lead with confidence. You’ll grow through meaningful work, continuous learning, and support that’s tailored to your goals. Every idea you share and every action you take contributes to something bigger.

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ABB values the dedication, commitment, and expertise of our employees. As an Employment Equity Employer, we believe in an inclusive and diverse workforce. We are committed to ensuring that our policies and practices align with the Employment Equity Program, aiming for a workforce that is truly representative of the four designated groups:

• Women
• Indigenous peoples
• Members of visible minorities
• Persons with disabilities

ABB is dedicated to providing reasonable accommodation for applicants with disabilities and encourages candidates to self‑identify during the application process.