Vice President, Supply Chain

CoolIT Systems; Calgary; On-site; CAD 140,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology provider in Calgary is seeking a Vice President (VP) of Supply Chain to lead global supply chain operations. Responsibilities include managing the supply chain strategy, enhancing supplier partnerships, and optimizing costs while ensuring compliance with ESG commitments. The ideal candidate should have a strong background in scaling operations, strategic sourcing, and supply chain analytics, with exceptional communication skills. The company offers a competitive benefits package and a dynamic work culture.

Benefits

Vacation and flex days

Comprehensive health benefits

Employee ownership program

Qualifications

• Proven executive leadership of end-to-end supply chain for hardware/electromechanical products.
• Expert knowledge of SIOP/S&OP, MRP/MPS, and supply chain analytics.
• Experience with digital transformation and automation tools.

Responsibilities

• Own the global supply chain strategy and operating model.
• Lead SIOP at the executive level to align demand, supply, and financial plans.
• Implement scalable processes and digital tools to increase transparency.

Skills

Exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills

High integrity and sound judgment

Tools

ERP and planning systems

Job description

About CoolIT Systems Inc.

Founded in Calgary, Alberta in 2001, CoolIT Systems is the leading Direct Liquid Cooling technology provider for data centers, supercomputers, and desktop computers. We design and manufacture solutions used by the largest tech companies globally.

Recognized as one of “The Americas’ Fastest Growing Companies 2023” by Financial Times and honored with the Deloitte Fast 50 Clean Technology award in 2022, as well as the Deloitte Fast 500 distinction in both 2021 and 2022, CoolIT\'s rapid growth is capturing global attention.

As demand for generative AI, high performance computing and cloud solutions rapidly expands, there has never been a more exciting time to join our team.

Role

What You\'ll Do

CoolIT Systems is seeking an accomplished Vice President (VP), Supply Chain to lead our end to end global supply chain across planning, sourcing, procurement, supplier quality, logistics, inventory, and distribution. This executive role is accountable for developing and executing a multi year supply chain strategy that enables growth, strengthens resilience, reduces total landed cost, elevates customer service levels, and advances our ESG commitments.

Responsibilities

• Own the global supply chain strategy and operating model, including organizational design, capability build, technology roadmap, and make/buy/partner decisions.
• Lead SIOP (Sales, Inventory & Operations Planning) at the executive level to align demand, supply, and financial plans; ensure inventory and service targets are achieved.
• Establish category strategies and long term supplier partnerships that improve cost, quality, delivery, innovation, and sustainability performance.
• Drive end to end cost optimization (should cost, value engineering, logistics network design, inventory/working capital, and total landed cost).
• Oversee supplier development, and risk management, including dual/multi sourcing, qualification, and business continuity planning.
• Ensure world class NPI readiness, including ramp plans, capacity/tooling, PPAP/FAI, and cross functional launch governance.
• Implement scalable processes and digital tools (ERP/MRP, advanced planning, analytics, automation) that increase transparency, speed, and decision quality.
• Champion Lean/continuous improvement across purchasing, planning, and warehouse operations; deploy standard work, KPIs/OKRs, and daily/weekly performance management.
• Own logistics strategy and 3PL performance, including inbound/outbound freight, trade compliance, and route to market optimization.
• Lead QBRs with strategic suppliers; negotiate commercial terms and long term agreements that balance flexibility with cost and risk.
• Set and manage the supply chain budget; deliver annual productivity, cost savings, and working capital targets in partnership with Finance.
• Develop a high performing, diverse team: attract, retain, and grow talent; succession planning; clear career pathways and coaching.
• Advance ESG and responsible sourcing (ethics, environmental footprint, supplier diversity) and ensure compliance with relevant regulations and customer requirements.
• Represent Supply Chain with customers and key partners; communicate status, risks, and recovery plans with clarity and urgency.

Who You Are

Basic Qualifications

• Proven executive leadership of end-to-end supply chain for hardware/electromechanical or similar complex products; track record scaling operations in growth environments.
• Expert knowledge of SIOP/S&OP, MRP/MPS, demand/supply planning, and inventory optimization; strong command of supply chain analytics and scenario modeling.
• Demonstrated success in category management and strategic sourcing, including negotiation of long-term agreements and cost-reduction programs.
• Experience building supplier quality and development programs (APQP/PPAP or equivalent) and driving corrective actions to closure.
• Experience with ERP and planning systems; familiarity with digital transformation, automation, and analytics tools.
• Hands-on Lean leadership and continuous improvement mindset; adept at standardizing processes across multiple sites and functions.
• Financial acumen (P&L, balance sheet, cash flow) and ability to translate operational performance into business outcomes.

Skills

• Exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills; able to influence at all levels internally and externally.
• High integrity, sound judgment, and bias for action in fast-paced, ambiguous environments.

WHY COOLIT?

We strive to be an employer of choice and as such we believe in rewarding our employees with career and development opportunities that will maintain and strengthen our culture while aligning to our vision and values.

Benefits

We are a company that is full of vibrant, innovative people who love what we do. Our comprehensive benefits package includes:

• Vacation and flex days, and paid company-wide shutdown during the holiday season.
• Comprehensive benefits including Dental, Drugs, Optical, Paramedical and Health Spending. These costs are covered by CoolIT and are enacted from your first day.
• Dress for your day – in a casual yet professional environment.
• Retention rewards like “The Big Coffee Break” that reward tenure with additional vacation time and a monetary bonus.
• Employee ownership program.

We thank every candidate in advance, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Successful candidates for this position will be required to undergo background checks including criminal records check and education.