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Our client in Peel Region, ON is actively looking for a Supply Chain Managerto join their team.
Title: Supply Chain Manager
Location: Peel Region, ON
Length of Assignment: Permanent
Salary: $95,000 - $110,000/yr
Job Summary:
The Supply Chain Manager plays a crucial role in optimizing our organization's Supply Chain operations. They are responsible for overseeing the end-to-end Supply Chain process, ensuring the efficient and cost-effective flow of goods and services from suppliers to customers. This position involves strategic planning, supply & demand planning, procurement, inventory management, logistics, and supplier relationship management.
Roles & Responsibilities:
1. Strategic Planning:
Our client in Peel Region, ON is actively looking for a Supply Chain Managerto join their team.
Title: Supply Chain Manager
Location: Peel Region, ON
Length of Assignment: Permanent
Salary: $95,000 - $110,000/yr
- Candidates must have experience in the plastic packaging and purchasing raw materials industry
Job Summary:
The Supply Chain Manager plays a crucial role in optimizing our organization's Supply Chain operations. They are responsible for overseeing the end-to-end Supply Chain process, ensuring the efficient and cost-effective flow of goods and services from suppliers to customers. This position involves strategic planning, supply & demand planning, procurement, inventory management, logistics, and supplier relationship management.
Roles & Responsibilities:
1. Strategic Planning:
- Lead Supply Chain efforts to exceed customer service targets, reduce complexity, and enable profitable business growth.
- Develop and implement Supply Chain strategies that align with organizational goals and objectives.
- Collaborate with other departments to forecast demand and plan for current and future Supply Chain needs.
- Report, analyze & improve performance of Supply Chain KPIs.
- Analyze Supply Chain processes to identify bottlenecks, inefficiencies, and areas for improvement. Optimize routes, production schedules, and distribution methods to enhance overall efficiency.
2. Procurement:
- Identify & develop effective supplier relationships to meet all customer and business expectations.
- Realize total cost improvements & sustainability goals with supply base.
- Ensure supply-side master data is effectively controlled & managed including supplier setup, cost information & supplier performance data.
- Lead assigned categories across the region for overall regional results. Coordinate with US counterparts to share best practices & increase leverage.
- Manage all supply-side certifications (e.g. FSC chain-of-custody) for results & audit compliance
- Source, evaluate, and select suppliers based on cost, quality, and reliability criteria.
- Negotiate contracts and terms with suppliers to ensure favorable terms for the organization.
- Manage supplier performance and resolve supply issues as they arise.
3. Inventory Management:
- Oversee inventory levels to balance customer demand with cost-effective inventory holding.
- Implement inventory control systems and policies to minimize stockouts and excess inventory.
- Conduct regular inventory audits and reconcile discrepancies.
- Analyze inventory turnover rates, carrying costs, and reorder points to optimize inventory levels. Business analytics can help identify slow-moving or obsolete stock and reduce carrying costs.
4. Logistics and Distribution:
- Manage regional warehousing network and shipping carriers with full visibility of all products.
- Manage cost and performance metrics associated with product delivery.
- Optimize transportation routes and distribution networks to reduce costs and improve efficiency.
- Monitor the performance of third-party logistics providers (3PLs) and carriers.
- Ensure compliance with shipping regulations and customs requirements.
5. Demand Forecasting:
- Support supply planning, master scheduling and S&OP practices.
- Collaborate with sales and marketing teams to forecast demand and adjust Supply Chain plans accordingly.
- Use data analytics and forecasting tools to improve demand accuracy.
- Utilize historical data and statistical models to forecast demand for products and services. Accurate demand forecasts help in inventory management and ensure products are available when needed, minimizing stockouts and overstock situations.
6. Quality Control and Compliance:
- Ensure that products meet quality standards and regulatory requirements.
- Implement quality control processes and continuous improvement initiatives.
7. Supplier Relationship Management:
- Identify & develop effective supplier relationships to meet all customer and business expectations.
- Realize total cost improvements & sustainability goals with supply base.
- Develop and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers.
- Work closely with suppliers to improve lead times, product quality, and cost-effectiveness.
- Evaluate supplier performance using metrics like on-time delivery, quality, and cost. Data analytics can identify underperforming suppliers and enable negotiations for better terms.
8. Cost Management:
- Identify opportunities to reduce Supply Chain costs while maintaining quality and service levels.
- Monitor and analyze Supply Chain expenses and recommend cost-saving initiatives.
- Monitor and analyze Supply Chain costs, including transportation, warehousing, and procurement costs. Identify cost-saving opportunities and cost drivers for continuous improvement.
9. Risk Management:
- Identify potential risks in the Supply Chain and develop contingency plans to mitigate them.
- Monitor external factors such as market conditions, geopolitical issues, and natural disasters that may impact the Supply Chain.
- Use data and analytics to assess and mitigate Supply Chain risks, including disruptions from natural disasters, political changes, or economic fluctuations. Develop risk mitigation strategies based on historical and real-time data.
10. Sustainability:
- Use analytics to assess the environmental impact of the Supply Chain and identify opportunities for sustainability improvements, such as reducing carbon emissions and minimizing waste.
11. Real-time Visibility:
- Implement real-time tracking and monitoring solutions to gain visibility into the movement of goods and inventory levels. This allows for quicker response to disruptions and ensures optimal inventory levels.
12. Scenario Analysis:
- Use analytics to conduct scenario analysis, which helps in evaluating the impact of various Supply Chain decisions, such as changing suppliers, altering routes, or adjusting production schedules.
13. Technology Adoption:
- Stay updated on emerging Supply Chain technologies, such as blockchain, IoT, and AI, and assess their potential for improving Supply Chain operations.
14. Data Integration:
- Integrate data from various sources, including enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems, supplier databases, and transportation management systems, to gain a holistic view of the Supply Chain
15. Team Leadership:
- Hire, train, coach and develop employees for long term career growth & deliver increasing customer value.
- Foster a collaborative and results-oriented work environment.
- Implement a culture of continuous improvement by using analytics to measure performance, track progress, and identify opportunities for enhancement
Qualifications:
- College/University degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, procurement or similar field.
- At least 5 years previous experience as a Supply Chain Manager in a manufacturing environment. Preferable experience with plastic food packaging industries.
- 5+ years of experience in a Supply Chain leadership role.
- Strong knowledge of Supply Chain principles, practices, and technologies.
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.
- Leadership and team management abilities.
- Procurement experience is a must (PET, HIPS, PP, RPET, Biomaterials, etc.).
- Knowledge of relevant industry regulations and compliance standards.
If you meet the above qualifications, and possess the above qualities, please send your resume and cover letter to careers@mier.ca, quoting job titleSupply Chain Managerin the subject line.
Please note that while we appreciate all applications, only those being considered will be contacted.
