Supply Manager

UAP; Longueuil; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading distributor is seeking a Supply Manager in Longueuil, Canada. This role involves leading a supply team, optimizing inventory levels, and collaborating with various departments. Candidates must have a Bachelor's degree, management experience, and be fluent in French and English. The company offers competitive benefits and opportunities for career development.

Benefits

Flexible benefits plan

Free life and disability insurance

Attractive vacation policy

Telemedicine services

Referral bonuses

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or Operations Management with replenishment experience.
• 3 to 5 years in a management role.
• Fluent communication in French and English.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a supply team.
• Optimize inventory levels across distribution centers.
• Collaborate with internal clients and suppliers.

Skills

Inventory management

Communication skills

Leadership

MRP / DRP systems knowledge

Microsoft Excel

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or Operations Management

Tools

Access

Job description

Job Description

The Supply Department of UAP’s Heavy Vehicle Division manages replenishment for 4 distribution centers as well as stores across Canada. Day after day, this team works to ensure that UAP remains the industry leader by having the right part, in the right place, at the right time.

You will be responsible for leading, coaching, and developing a supply team while ensuring consistency in practices and alignment with strategic objectives. Your expertise in inventory management will be leveraged to optimize inventory levels throughout the network, aiming to achieve an excellent level of service while meeting financial objectives related to inventory management. You will also contribute to maximizing gains related to purchasing conditions while respecting the financial framework surrounding inventory management.

In this role, your mandate will be to work with your team and collaborate with other relevant UAP departments and our suppliers to efficiently and proactively ensure the supply of our warehouses and stores. Your communication and problem-solving skills will assist you in navigating complex or challenging situations raised by internal clients. Together with the director, you will develop effective supply strategies to ensure optimal planning and execution.

You will have the opportunity to apply your management and supply chain talents, thereby having a direct impact on UAP’s success.

Requirements

To join our team, you must, among other things :

• Hold a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Operations Management, or other relevant field, combined with at least years of relevant replenishment experience for a distributor or retailer, including 3 to 5 years in a management role;
• Have strong knowledge of MRP / DRP systems and mastery of performance and financial indicators related to the responsibilities;
• Demonstrate excellent communication skills in both French and English, orally and in writing. You will routinely collaborate with internal clients across Canada;
• Exhibit collaborative leadership and the ability to influence without direct authority;
• Possess excellent knowledge of the Microsoft Office suite, particularly Excel, and Access (an asset);
• Have knowledge of the heavy vehicle industry (an asset).

Benefits and Perks

When you work at UAP, you get benefits that meet your needs, whatever your personal or family situation.

The health of our team members and their families is a top priority. Which is why we offer several programs to support you through life’s milestones and unexpected hurdles.

Choose the level of coverage that suits your needs. Our flexible benefit plan lets you choose the level of coverage that suits you and your family situation. Furthermore, UAP offers you free life and short-term disability insurance, as well as flex credits to assist in your benefit premium, cover certain expenses or to be used as savings (group RRSP, group TFSA, RESP). Interesting, isn’t it?

Maintain a healthy work-life balance. Even the most dedicated of employees still needs a break now and then. That’s why we have an attractive vacation policy and offer personal days off.

Recognition is part of our corporate culture, which is why we’ve introduced a formal recognition program for our team members. UAP employees can give and receive recognitions and redeem their points for gifts!

Keep up with your health with a convenient and effective telemedicine service. With our Dialogue virtual health care service, there’s no need to wait in line. You and your family will be able to receive quality care for your physical and mental health concerns in a timely manner. We also offer an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) wellness services such as legal, financial and more! All provided free of charge by UAP.

Enjoy discounts in our stores and preferential prices from our partners: vehicles, computers, insurance, personal training packages, etc.

Earn money by referring candidates. When a team member refers a candidate, our Talent Acquisition team quickly assesses the person’s hiring potential. You could receive a referral bonus of up to $1,500 per hire!

We offer several options to help you plan for the future: a defined contribution plan, a group registered retirement savings plan (RRSP), and a group tax-free savings account (TFSA). We also offer a registered education savings plan (RESP) and the opportunity to benefit from GPC’s future growth through the GPC employee stock purchase plan. Together, these plans make it easier to save for retirement and help you reach your financial goals with peace of mind.

At UAP, creating a culture that promotes workplace well-being and quality of life is a top priority. We know it’s not always easy to juggle work and everyday life. That’s why we’re committed to supporting you and providing the tools you need to adopt a healthy lifestyle and achieve work-life balance.

Development and career progression. At UAP, you’re in charge of your career. Our promise is to support you along the way. We give you all the necessary tools for your professional development, including a wide selection of e-learning content, various programs such as academic studies reimbursement, succession planning, internal mobility, mentorship for women and much more. We multiply your possibilities.