<p>We are looking for an Operations Manager to lead the daily administration and operational performance of our branch in Vaughan, Ontario. This position oversees staff leadership, planning, budgeting, and cross-functional coordination while ensuring local activities remain aligned with broader corporate standards and international priorities. The successful candidate will bring strong organizational judgement, financial oversight, and the ability to manage facilities, vendors, and reporting processes in a structured environment.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Direct the day-to-day operations of the Hub, providing leadership, guidance, and performance oversight for the local team.</p><p>• Prepare the annual operating plan and budget forecast in partnership with finance stakeholders, and support submission for leadership review and approval.</p><p>• Coordinate workforce planning, recruitment activities, onboarding, and employee documentation while ensuring compliance with employment standards and internal policies.</p><p>• Manage office and laboratory space requirements, including site setup, equipment needs, and ongoing facility operations in a cost-conscious manner.</p><p>• Oversee purchasing activities for operational and project-related needs, maintaining proper approvals, documentation, and separation of responsibilities throughout the procurement process.</p><p>• Liaise with technology teams to arrange system access, equipment provisioning, and information security support for Hub employees and operations.</p><p>• Support project start-up and delivery processes by coordinating project identifiers, confirming scope and funding details, and maintaining accurate reporting on time, effort, and costs.</p><p>• Monitor external partnerships and agreements to ensure appropriate internal approvals are obtained and that contractual obligations, confidentiality terms, and reporting commitments are followed.</p><p>• Track financial performance against approved budgets, assist with intercompany invoicing and cost reporting, and contribute to audit readiness when required.</p><p>• Maintain regular communication with key teams across regions, including Germany, to align priorities, resolve operational dependencies, and keep stakeholders informed of progress.</p>
<p>We are looking for an Operations Manager to lead manufacturing (non automotive) activities in Brantford, Ontario while ensuring safe, efficient, and high-quality production outcomes. This role is responsible for guiding frontline teams, coordinating resources across departments, and maintaining steady progress against production targets. The successful candidate will bring strong leadership, sound operational judgment, and a continuous improvement mindset to support daily performance and long-term effectiveness.</p><p>This is a full time role, with day time hours of Monday to Friday.</p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Oversee day-to-day production activities to keep output on track with schedules, service expectations, and operational priorities.</p><p>• Provide direction, coaching, and ongoing support to production employees and team leads across assigned areas or shifts.</p><p>• Review workflow, labour coverage, and equipment capacity to improve throughput and reduce interruptions.</p><p>• Resolve operational issues quickly and work with internal partners to limit downtime and maintain consistent plant performance.</p><p>• Maintain effective coordination with Maintenance, Quality, Supply Chain, Engineering, and other teams to support smooth operations.</p><p>• Reinforce a safe work environment by leading safety discussions, inspections, incident follow-up, and corrective actions.</p><p>• Uphold compliance with workplace policies, manufacturing procedures, and applicable health and safety standards.</p><p>• Investigate product or process concerns and contribute to corrective and preventive measures that protect quality standards.</p><p>• Champion continuous improvement efforts, including Lean practices, 5S, Kaizen, waste reduction, and productivity enhancements.</p><p>• Track operational metrics, prepare performance updates for leadership, and support workforce planning and resource allocation decisions.</p>
We are looking for an Operations Specialist to support the day-to-day flow of inventory, purchasing, logistics, and order execution for a growing product-based business in Woodbridge, Ontario. This position plays a key role in keeping stock levels aligned with demand, coordinating inbound shipments, and ensuring orders are fulfilled accurately across multiple warehouse locations. The successful candidate will also help strengthen operational processes, improve service outcomes, and provide leadership to a team focused on efficient, customer-centred execution.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Direct inventory planning and replenishment activities across several warehouse sites to maintain product availability and balanced stock levels.<br>• Generate and manage purchase orders using demand patterns, forecasts, and replenishment needs while following up on open orders and incoming shipments.<br>• Coordinate international and domestic freight activity by working with suppliers, forwarders, customs partners, and warehouses to keep goods moving on schedule.<br>• Monitor inbound deliveries and resolve issues involving delays, shortages, damaged freight, or order discrepancies before they affect operations.<br>• Oversee order processing from initial receipt through final delivery, ensuring dealer and customer shipments are completed accurately and on time.<br>• Manage operational support related to returns, warranty matters, product replacements, credits, and complex service escalations.<br>• Review inventory performance to identify surplus, slow-moving stock, and opportunities to improve warehouse flow, freight spending, and fulfilment efficiency.<br>• Strengthen workflows, documentation, and reporting across purchasing, inventory control, logistics, and customer service to reduce manual effort and improve consistency.<br>• Establish and track operational performance measures tied to stock accuracy, shipping performance, freight activity, returns, and service quality.<br>• Lead, coach, and develop an operations and customer service team by setting clear expectations, building accountability, and promoting cross-training.
<p>Our client is looking for an experienced <strong>Office Manager</strong> to join their team in Calgary, Alberta. This role supports efficient office operations, employee administration, and day-to-day business activities. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, organized, and proactive, with strong judgment, hands-on leadership skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.</p><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Administer bi-weekly payroll, ensuring accurate and timely processing.</li><li>Maintain payroll records, ensure compliance with applicable employment standards, and respond to payroll inquiries.</li><li>Coordinate employee onboarding and offboarding, including documentation and record updates.</li><li>Maintain personnel files and support HR administration, policy coordination, and employee relations.</li><li>Oversee daily office operations to ensure efficient workflows and effective administrative support.</li><li>Supervise administrative staff, prioritize tasks, and maintain service standards.</li><li>Manage office suppliers, service providers, inventory, supplies, and workplace requirements.</li><li>Support leadership with operational planning, administrative initiatives, and business objectives.</li></ul>
<p><strong>Manager, Office & Business Operations </strong></p><p>This individual will oversee the day-to-day administrative operations of our Toronto head office, located at Yonge & Davisville, while supporting a variety of business initiatives and special projects across the organization. The successful candidate is an energetic and resourceful professional who thrives in a dynamic environment, enjoys wearing multiple hats, and can balance operational responsibilities with project-based work. They are highly organized, proactive, and comfortable working independently while partnering with stakeholders across the business.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Manage office administration, mail, courier services, deliveries, and logistics across the organization.</li><li>Serve as a key point of contact for employees regarding office operations, workplace services, and administrative support.</li><li>Coordinate office supply inventory, procurement activities, and vendor relationships.</li><li>Process invoices, track expenses, and support office budget management.</li><li>Oversee the day-to-day operations of the Toronto office, ensuring a professional, efficient, and welcoming workplace environment.</li><li>Assist in planning and executing office improvements, relocations, renovations, and workspace optimization initiatives.</li><li>Develop, document, and continuously improve administrative processes and operational procedures.</li><li>Lead or support special projects and cross-functional initiatives, including operational improvements, workplace enhancements, and business process optimization.</li><li>Coordinate and support internal events, meetings, employee engagement initiatives, and company-wide activities.</li><li>Prepare reports, presentations, and administrative materials for leadership as required.</li></ul><p><br></p>
We are looking for an experienced Office Manager to provide hands-on administrative and operational support for a busy team in Mississauga, Ontario. This Long-term Contract opportunity is ideal for someone who is highly organized, self-directed, and comfortable managing both executive support duties and day-to-day office coordination in a fast-paced environment. The successful candidate will bring strong judgement, attention to detail, and the ability to keep priorities moving smoothly while handling confidential information with professionalism.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Provide senior-level administrative support by preparing documents, presentations, and correspondence for leadership and internal teams.<br>• Coordinate meetings, calendars, and office events while ensuring conference rooms and shared spaces are scheduled effectively.<br>• Manage expense submissions and reconciliation activities with accuracy, including follow-up on invoices and related records.<br>• Oversee daily office operations such as incoming mail, package handling, storage organization, and vendor coordination.<br>• Maintain a proactive working relationship with external service providers, including office facilities and storage partners, to support smooth operations.<br>• Partner with internal teams such as IT to address office needs, resolve issues promptly, and improve administrative processes.<br>• Create and maintain clear process documentation to support consistency, efficiency, and knowledge sharing across office functions.<br>• Communicate regularly with senior leadership by providing timely updates, coordinating requests, and supporting shifting business priorities.
<p>This is a steady, long-term position as an IT Manager with a private-sector organization in Richmond, BC. This company distributes consumer products across Canada, and they coordinate this from their facility in Richmond. In this role, you’ll lead a small team of three employees working across a wide range of technologies, related to IT infrastructure, hardware and enterprise ERP software systems. </p><p><br></p><p>This is a full-time position, and includes a competitive base salary, bonus and group benefits including a health spending account. </p><p><br></p><p>In this role, you’ll be working on a number of projects related to process optimization and software systems. You will also be working on data integrations between various systems, leveraging EDI and API data connections. </p><p><br></p><p><strong>How to Apply</strong></p><p><br></p><p>A bit about myself - my name is Nathan Wawruck, and I am a recruitment consultant based in Vancouver, BC. I have over a decade of matching software and IT professionals to job opportunities, and I am always looking to connect with like-minded people in the Vancouver area.</p><p><br></p><p>If you're interested in pursuing this role, please apply to this posting online, and contact me for an initial discussion. This is a chance for us to discuss specifics, such as the company name, the key hiring managers, and the more in-depth job requirements. This is also a great opportunity to talk about your overall career goals and preferences. We can even discuss other potential roles which may fit what you're looking for. Please find me on LinkedIn by searching my name: Nathan Wawruck</p>
<p>We are looking for an experienced IT Lead to lead technology operations and guide the organization’s digital direction in Bracebridge, Ontario. This role is responsible for maintaining reliable, secure, and efficient systems while aligning IT initiatives with broader business priorities. The successful candidate will oversee infrastructure, applications, support services, and project delivery, while also providing strategic advice to leadership on technology investments and operational improvements.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Lead the planning, delivery, and ongoing management of enterprise-wide IT services, systems, and user support functions.</p><p>• Partner with senior leaders to recommend technology strategies, including system integration and conversion initiatives that support organizational objectives.</p><p>• Work closely with operational managers to address information management needs related to data collection, storage, processing, and distribution.</p><p>• Maintain the stability, security, and resilience of networks, communications tools, hardware, and core information systems.</p><p>• Direct the design, implementation, and enhancement of business applications, software environments, and supporting infrastructure.</p><p>• Create, review, and maintain backup, business continuity, and disaster recovery processes to reduce operational risk.</p><p>• Evaluate emerging technologies and recommend practical solutions that improve productivity, communication, and access to information across the company.</p><p>• Oversee IT project execution by defining business requirements, managing milestones, ensuring sound project practices, and reviewing outcomes after completion.</p><p>• Support technology budgeting, vendor management, service agreements, and procurement activities to ensure cost-effective and reliable IT investments.</p><p>• Produce business intelligence reporting and assist with technical input for grants, RFIs, RFPs, and RFQs as needed.</p>
<p>Our client is a well-established transportation and service-based organization seeking a hands-on General Manager to lead day-to-day operations, drive profitability, and support the continued growth of the business.</p><p><br></p><p>Reporting directly to ownership, the General Manager will oversee all aspects of the organization, including operations, financial performance, employee leadership, customer relationships, compliance, contract management, and business development.</p><p><br></p><p>This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced operational leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys balancing strategic decision-making with hands-on involvement in the business.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Lead and manage all day-to-day business operations.</li><li>Drive operational efficiency, service quality, and profitability.</li><li>Oversee hiring, performance management, employee relations, and team development.</li><li>Manage key customer relationships and ensure exceptional service delivery.</li><li>Review job profitability, financial performance, budgets, and operational costs.</li><li>Approve payroll, accounts payable, and operational expenditures.</li><li>Ensure compliance with transportation regulations, insurance requirements, and safety standards.</li><li>Review and negotiate contracts, service agreements, and vendor relationships.</li><li>Manage subcontractors and external service providers.</li><li>Identify and pursue opportunities for sales growth and operational improvements.</li><li>Support the team where needed and foster a culture of accountability and collaboration.</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>Our Client is seeking an experienced Fully Bilingual <strong>IT Operations & Digital Transformation Manager</strong> to lead day-to-day technology operations while driving modernization and transformation initiatives across the organization.</p><p>This is a hands-on leadership role for someone with a strong technical foundation who can also operate confidently with senior executives, vendors, and business stakeholders.</p><p><br></p><p>What You'll Do</p><ul><li>Lead and develop an IT team responsible for technology operations, service delivery and end-user support.</li><li>Oversee infrastructure, cloud services, applications, cybersecurity and IT service management.</li><li>Drive technology modernization and digital transformation initiatives.</li><li>Provide strategic and tactical technology advice to senior leadership.</li><li>Manage external technology partners, vendors and managed service providers.</li><li>Establish and improve ITIL, change management, security and operational processes.</li><li>Support cybersecurity initiatives, risk management and technology governance.</li><li>Evaluate and introduce new technologies, including cloud and AI solutions.</li><li>Develop technology roadmaps and contribute to enterprise architecture and long-term planning.</li><li>Build strong relationships across the organization and translate technical concepts into business outcomes.</li></ul><p><br></p><p>The Ideal Candidate</p><p>We're looking for someone who has <strong>grown through the technical ranks into leadership</strong> — someone who understands how technology works but is equally comfortable discussing strategy, budgets, risk and transformation with senior leadership.</p><p>Experience within <strong>government, public sector, regulated environments or large institutions</strong> is considered an asset.</p>
<p>Our client, a leading manufacturing organization, is seeking a Supply Chain Manager<strong> </strong> to lead supply planning, inventory strategy, and planning excellence across a complex operation.</p><p>This position will oversee integrated supply planning, inventory optimization, capacity planning, and risk management while partnering closely with Operations, Procurement, Commercial, and Finance teams to ensure supply continuity and exceptional customer service.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities: </p><ul><li>Lead the site Supply Planning team and planning processes.</li><li>Balance demand, inventory, capacity, and customer service requirements.</li><li>Drive inventory optimization and working capital improvements.</li><li>Mitigate supply risks through scenario planning and cross-functional collaboration.</li><li>Support executive decision-making with data-driven insights and recommendations.</li><li>Champion continuous improvement, planning systems, and KPI performance.</li></ul>
<p>Our client is a well-established and growing industrial manufacturing organization located in the Fraser Valley, with a long-standing reputation for designing and manufacturing specialized equipment and innovative solutions for a range of industries.</p><p> </p><p>They are seeking an experienced Supply Chain Manager to lead and optimize the organization's end-to-end supply chain operations. This is a key leadership position responsible for ensuring materials, components, and finished goods are available when needed while balancing cost, quality, inventory levels, production requirements, and supplier performance.</p><p> </p><p>Reporting to the Vice President of Operations & Engineering, this role will work closely with Operations, Engineering, Production, Production Control, Sales, and Finance.</p><p> </p><p><strong><u>Key Responsibilities</u></strong></p><p><br></p><p><u>Supply Chain Leadership</u></p><p><br></p><ul><li> Lead supply chain functions including planning, purchasing, inventory control, receiving, warehousing, and material logistics.</li><li> Develop and execute supply chain strategies aligned with operational and corporate objectives.</li><li> Establish departmental goals, priorities, KPIs, and performance measures.</li><li> Lead, coach, mentor, and develop the supply chain team.</li><li> Manage the annual supply chain budget.</li></ul><p> <u>Procurement & Supplier Management</u></p><p> </p><ul><li> Develop and maintain strong relationships with strategic suppliers and external partners.</li><li> Lead supplier negotiations and long-term sourcing strategies.</li><li> Manage supplier capacity planning to support current and future production requirements.</li><li> Monitor supplier performance, availability, pricing, quality, and delivery.</li><li> Identify opportunities for cost reduction and improved supplier performance.</li></ul><p> <u>Inventory & Materials Management</u></p><p><br></p><ul><li> Optimize inventory levels while ensuring production has the materials required to meet customer commitments.</li><li> Improve inventory accuracy, material flow, and warehouse utilization.</li><li> Partner with Production and Operations to anticipate material requirements and address potential shortages.</li><li> Improve processes surrounding purchasing, receiving, inventory, and internal material movement.</li></ul><p><u>Risk Management & Continuous Improvement</u></p><p><br></p><ul><li> Develop and maintain supply chain risk-management strategies.</li><li> Identify, assess, prioritize, and mitigate risks that could affect production continuity.</li><li> Develop contingency and business continuity plans for key supply-chain risks.</li><li> Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on cost reduction, efficiency, inventory optimization, and operational excellence.</li><li> Support trade compliance, contractual risk, and supplier governance initiatives.</li></ul>
Key Responsibilities:<br><br>Manage day-to-day purchasing activities, including purchase orders, supplier communications, pricing, and delivery coordination.<br><br>Build and maintain strong relationships with domestic and international suppliers.<br><br>Negotiate competitive pricing, purchasing terms, and delivery schedules.<br><br>Monitor inventory levels, product availability, and purchasing requirements.<br><br>Utilize Microsoft Excel to analyze purchasing data, track inventory, prepare reports, and support business decisions.<br><br>Work closely with sales, operations, and logistics to ensure purchasing activities support customer requirements.<br><br>Identify cost-saving opportunities and improvements to purchasing processes.<br><br>Resolve supplier issues, shipment delays, and purchasing discrepancies.<br><br>Take a proactive, hands-on approach to ensuring the purchasing function operates efficiently.<br><br>Support the continued growth and development of the purchasing department.<br><br>Qualifications:<br><br>Previous experience in purchasing, procurement, buying, or supply chain operations.<br><br>Strong Microsoft Excel proficiency is essential.<br><br>Excellent organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.<br><br>Practical business judgment, initiative, and the ability to work independently.<br><br>Strong communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.<br><br>Comfortable working in a hands-on environment where priorities may change.<br><br>Ability to influence suppliers and internal stakeholders to achieve business objectives.<br><br>Experience working with ERP or purchasing systems.<br><br>Industry background is flexible; candidates from manufacturing, distribution, electronics, or other sectors are encouraged to apply.<br><br>Previous people management experience is not required.<br><br>Additional Assets:<br><br>Japanese language proficiency is highly desirable.<br><br>German or French language skills are also considered assets.<br><br>Experience coordinating purchasing activities with international suppliers.<br><br>Demonstrated potential to mentor or lead a small team.
We are looking for a Purchasing Manager to support a machinery manufacturing operation in Toronto, Ontario through a Long-term Contract assignment. This role will take ownership of supplier-facing commercial agreements, helping ensure procurement arrangements align with project needs, customer commitments, and business risk expectations. Working closely with sourcing, legal, project, and operational teams, the successful candidate will drive contract execution, strengthen supplier terms, and provide clear oversight of obligations throughout the contract lifecycle.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Direct the preparation, review, negotiation, and finalization of supplier contracts, service agreements, statements of work, purchasing terms, and related amendments while coordinating internal approvals.<br>• Translate customer and project commitments into supplier-facing contract requirements to ensure obligations such as delivery, warranties, acceptance criteria, liability, and damages provisions are properly addressed.<br>• Build and maintain a structured obligation tracking process that maps customer requirements to supplier commitments, identifies commercial gaps, and escalates exceptions for resolution before award.<br>• Develop negotiation plans with practical fallback positions covering pricing, payment structures, lead times, production capacity, change management, indemnities, insurance, confidentiality, and intellectual property terms.<br>• Set contracting priorities based on project timelines, supplier importance, spend levels, continuity risk, and existing agreement coverage to keep procurement activity aligned with business deadlines.<br>• Oversee contract performance from initial award to closeout by monitoring milestones, deliverables, notices, renewals, amendments, and supplier adherence to agreed commercial conditions.<br>• Assess supplier requests involving delays, scope revisions, and incremental costs, then negotiate appropriate change orders and support dispute management in collaboration with project and legal teams.<br>• Partner with sales, engineering, quality, finance, project management, sourcing, and legal stakeholders to ensure supplier commitments are realistic, compliant, and operationally achievable.<br>• Maintain organized contract documentation, approval records, templates, and status reporting for leadership, highlighting unresolved issues, pending obligations, and areas of commercial exposure.