Senior Manager,Supply Chain - Contractor Management - CA Job Ottawa area,Chalk River Ontario Canada,Management

Position: Senior Manager, Supply Chain - Contractor Management - CA Posting
Location: Chalk River

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Senior Manager, Supply Chain - Contractor Management - CA Posting

Date: May 2, 2026

Location: Chalk River, ON, CA

Company: BWXT

BWXT Technical Services Canada (TSC) – Delivering Expertise and Innovation in Nuclear Solutions.

Senior Manager, Supply Chain – Contractor Management, BWX Technologies – Technical Services Canada (TSC), CNL Project

We believe in empowering our employees and cultivating a dynamic workplace that fosters growth and collaboration. Whether you’re an experienced professional or just starting your career, you'll find opportunities to challenge yourself, learn from seasoned experts, and contribute to nuclear innovation. We required a diverse range of skills to support our work in the markets that drive our business and welcome candidates from all backgrounds and life stages who are passionate about making a difference.

BWXT’s Technical Services Canada (TSC) manages and conducts high‑consequence operations within government‑owned facilities, where uncompromising discipline is essential. We support Canada’s nuclear, energy, and environmental missions through a comprehensive range of management, operational, and technical services.

Position Summary

This position is assigned to the BWXT led National Laboratories Partners of Canada (NLPC) contract to lead contractor management activities. The Senior Manager, Supply Chain – Contractor Management is a mission-critical leadership role within Canadian Nuclear Laboratories (CNL). Reporting to the DVP Supply Chain, this position acts as a strategic partner to all CNL missions, enabling the successful delivery of Capital Projects, Decommissioning and Waste Management, and Science & Technology initiatives such as the Advanced Nuclear Materials Research Center (ANMRC) and the Near Surface Disposal Facility (NSDF).

Location

This position is based in Chalk River, Ontario, Canada. Relocation benefits are available for eligible candidates.

Responsibilities / Duties

Reports to the DVP Supply Chain, one of NLPC’s Essential personnel.

Leads the Contractor Management function once contracts have been executed, overseeing a cross-functional team responsible for contract administration, supplier relationship management, performance oversight, risk and issue management, dispute resolution, change management, and the coordination of payments and incentives. All activities are conducted in close collaboration with the Project Manager of the impacted mission to ensure alignment, transparency, and effective delivery.

Leads the development and implementation of contractor performance management frameworks, including defining clear KPIs, service levels, and reporting expectations. Oversees the creation of performance dashboards (Power BI or equivalent) to provide real-time visibility into compliance, delivery, risks, and trends, ensuring accountability and informed decision-making across all stakeholder groups.

Assists the DVP Supply Chain and mission personnel in ensuring that all resource needs for upcoming project phases and new projects are understood and that supply chain priorities are established to match those needs.

Supports advance acquisition planning, risk assessment and forecasting to help missions plan effectively and avoid delays, cost overruns, or compliance gaps and implement cost-saving measures and operational improvements.

Coordinates the supplier qualification program and build capability and relationships with existing and potential new suppliers.

Supports and guides quality assurance activities to monitor program effectiveness and support continuous improvement.

Review supply chain outreach efforts and internal mechanisms for contract management, project understanding of market offerings, potential supply identification and solicitations.

Update policies and procedures related to contractor management and oversight of the supply chain to ensure that subcontractors receive proactive and effective communications regarding the complexity and safety implications of the work being performed.

Collaborates with the VP Indigenous Engagement, one of NLPC’s key personnel, and other…