Supply Chain Manager Jobs

Supply Chain Manager

Food Manufacturing

Bolton, ON

On-site 5 days /week

The Company:

Our client, is a long standing successful food manufacturing company. From humble beginnings their story is one built from relentless focus, determination, quality and desire to be leading Canadian food employer serving consumers with quality products they can trust across Canada, USA, and beyond.

After 20+ years of continued growth and profitability, they are now entering a high-growth, transformational phase that is expected to double their capacity and product offerings as they strive for rapid expansion.

Beyond that they offer a great work environment providing stability, growth, and upside.

The Opportunity:

The Supply Chain Manager will champion a wide scope role, overseeing a team of people and leading all things Demand Planning, Forecasting, S&OP planning, Logistics, and Procurement. Core focus will be on product flow from Production to Delivery by accurately forecasting demand, efficiently managing inventory, and strategically planning the supply chain.

With a heavy emphasis on Planning, Forecasting, and S&OP, best practices and new systems and tools are being implemented. This role is made for someone who would thrive on the challenge to have a major impact and champion the growth and expansion of this function for the business.

The Supply Chain Manager position is an onsite full-time role and will be based out of our Bolton, Caledon facility (15 min north of Brampton / Vaughan)

Key Job Duties & Responsibilities:

· Demand Forecasting: Analyze, utilize data with market trends, and review customer insights to develop accurate demand forecasts. Collaborate with sales and production teams to align on demand projections and optimize resource allocation.

· Inventory Management: Lead efforts to maintain optimal inventory levels across locations and implement efficient inventory control strategies to balance product availability and cost-effectiveness.

· Supply Chain Strategy: Develop and execute all supply chain strategies encompassing of procurement, production, logistics, and distribution. Identify opportunities for process enhancements and cost savings.

· Production Planning: Coordinate with production teams to create efficient production schedules aligned with demand forecasts. Monitor production progress and make real-time adjustments to meet customer needs.

· Risk Management: Identify and mitigate potential risks, including supply shortages, production delays, transportation issues, and implement contingency plans to maintain business continuity.

· Cross-Functional Collaboration: Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to align supply chain plans with business goals whilst fostering effective communication between sales, finance, and operations to optimize resource utilization.

· Data Analysis and Reporting: Utilize data-driven insights to track KPIs related to demand planning and supply chain operations; generate regular reports to inform decision-making and support continuous improvement.

· Continuous Improvement: Lead initiatives to enhance demand forecasting accuracy, streamline processes, reduce lead times, and optimize inventory turnover. Actively seek out opportunities to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.

Ideal Qualifications:

• Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills
• Ability to identify cost saving initiatives.
• Ability to work in fast-paced, multi-tasking environment.
• Experience managing and improving supply chain data, information, and processes.
• Experience with the use of ERP systems and MS Dynamics
• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, Logistics, or related field.
• Ability to independently lead and co-ordinate multi-locational projects.
• Adaptable to change and transformation.
• Attention to detail, fast learner, and quick thinker.
• 7 - 10 years’ proven working experience in logistics/supply chain/production planning.

Key Competencies:

• Results Orientation with Change Management
• Critical Thinking (Strategy)Leadership skills are crucial for inspiring and managing a team, making informed decisions, fostering a collaborative, work environment that promotes a culture of creativity, innovation, and continuous improvement.
• Team Leadership
• Influencing and Collaboration