Supply Chain Manager

We're recruiting on behalf of a well-established client in the Greater Vancouver area, in the manufacturing space, for a Senior Supply Chain Manager to join their leadership team.
This is a senior leadership role overseeing purchasing, inventory, materials planning, and logistics across the organization's manufacturing operations, with a team of supply chain and purchasing professionals reporting in.

Key Responsibilities   Set the strategic direction for supply chain operations and build a high-performing purchasing and materials team
Own supplier relationships end-to-end — sourcing, negotiation, qualification, and ongoing performance management
Develop contingency plans to protect against material shortages and supply disruptions
Set inventory strategy that balances service levels with working capital, and drive inventory accuracy through cycle counts and process improvements
Oversee materials planning, demand forecasting, and inbound/outbound logistics to keep production on schedule
Manage subcontracted and outsourced manufacturing relationships
Lead cost-reduction initiatives across materials, logistics, and inventory
Drive ERP and process improvements, building dashboards and reporting to support decision-making
Identify supply chain risk and lead mitigation and business continuity planning
Partner closely with Operations, Engineering, Quality, Finance, and Sales, and contribute to sales & operations planning
What You Bring   10+ years of progressive supply chain and procurement experience, including 5+ years in a senior leadership role spanning multiple sites
Manufacturing background preferred
Bachelor's degree in business, operations, engineering, or a related field; MBA an asset
A designation such as SCMP, CSCP, or CPSM is a plus
Strong track record in supplier negotiation and contract management
Experience leading ERP and process improvement initiatives
Strategic thinker with strong financial acumen and a bias toward continuous improvement
What's on Offer   A senior leadership seat with real influence over supply chain strategy
A stable, well-established employer with long-term growth potential
The opportunity to build and shape a growing supply chain function
A collaborative, cross-functional culture