Job Description

The Supply Chain Manager would be the person responsible for the day-to-day actions of Supply Chain. The individual would be responsible for investigation/study of operational and logistics information provided by CDN JPO and other sources to create an implementable and efficient SCM program which is compliant with LMA/US JPO. This position would have 3 direct reports.

Areas of Responsibility:

• Responsible for all Inventories held at our warehouses.
• Responsible of all Purchasing activities.
• Responding for all Transportation activities.
• Responsible for supply management activities in DRMIS and our  inventory Management systems.
• Personnel management of all Supply Chain personnel at our multiple locations.
• Negotiate contracts with suppliers and customers.
• Plan and implement logistical strategy, ensuring targets are met.
• Use computer software to track goods from origin to delivery.
• Work on forecasts and inventories, keeping an accurate record of the process and analyzing performance.
• Manage the costs involved while maintaining quality.
• Manage and motivate a team of supply chain staff.
• Develop new and existing relationships with suppliers.
• Manage and minimize the risks (for example operational or reputational) that could affect or interrupt the supply chain.
• Consider the environmental impact of the supply chain in order to meet sustainability targets.
• Implement new technologies and stay alert to new trends and developments in the sector. Control vendor and delivery processes.

REQUIRED (Education, experience, knowledge, etc.)

• 10 years DND Logistics experience at the Logistics Officer Level.
• Must be able to understand and manage transactions in Canadian Defence Resource Management Information System (DRMIS).
• Proficient with Microsoft Office at least at Intermittent Level.
• 10+ years’ experience managing complex supply chain organizations in a military or defence environment.
• Demonstrated experience operating under ITAR-controlled programs and compliance frameworks.

Prefered:

• Supply Chain Management Professional SCMP
• University Degree BA or MBA