<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>
<p>We are looking for an experienced Supply Chain Supervisor to lead integrated supply chain activities in Winnipeg, Manitoba. In this role, you will guide purchasing, inventory, production planning, warehousing, and distribution efforts to ensure materials and finished products move efficiently across the business. You will work closely with internal teams and external suppliers to improve service levels, strengthen operational performance, and support customer commitments. This position is well suited to a hands-on leader who brings strong analytical skills.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Direct daily supply chain operations across sourcing, inventory control, production scheduling, warehouse coordination, transportation, and order shipment.</p><p>• Provide leadership to supply chain and warehouse staff by setting expectations, supporting development, and promoting a high-performance team environment.</p><p>• Make sure components, consumables, spare parts, and finished goods are available when needed to meet manufacturing targets and customer demand.</p><p>• Partner with Engineering, Production, Quality, Customer Operations, and Finance to align supply chain activities with organizational priorities.</p><p>• Evaluate supplier and contract manufacturer results using service, quality, delivery, and cost measures, and address performance gaps as needed.</p><p>• Lead commercial discussions with vendors related to pricing, terms, and supply arrangements to support cost and service objectives.</p><p>• Maintain accurate inventory records and establish appropriate stock levels that balance availability with carrying costs.</p><p>• Oversee receiving, storage, material movement, system transactions, picking, packing, and fulfillment activities within the warehouse.</p><p>• Coordinate forecasting and production planning activities to ensure material readiness for ongoing business requirements.</p><p>• Manage master data in Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central, including bills of material, routings, item records, and supplier information.</p>
<p>Our client is a global manufacturer is seeking a Senior Supply Planner to lead supply planning activities across a complex production environment. This role will ensure the right balance of demand, inventory, capacity, and material availability to support customer commitments and operational goals.</p><p><strong>Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Develop and execute supply plans and the Master Production Schedule.</li><li>Balance demand, inventory, production capacity, and material requirements.</li><li>Drive inventory optimization and service level performance.</li><li>Partner with Procurement, Manufacturing, Quality, Warehouse, and Finance teams.</li><li>Analyze supply risks, capacity constraints, and planning performance metrics.</li><li>Lead continuous improvement initiatives and support planning system enhancements.</li></ul><p><br></p>
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.
<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>
<p>Our client is a well-established and growing agricultural manufacturing organization with a long-standing presence in the Fraser Valley. They are seeking a Procurement Specialist to join their team and support the sourcing and purchasing of materials required for their manufacturing operations.</p><p><br></p><p>This is an excellent opportunity for a procurement professional who enjoys supplier relationships, negotiations, market analysis and making purchasing decisions that directly impact business performance.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>The Opportunity</strong></p><p>Reporting to the Procurement Manager, the Procurement Specialist will be responsible for sourcing, purchasing and managing direct materials while balancing cost, quality, availability and supply risk.</p><p><br></p><p>The successful candidate will work closely with internal teams and suppliers to ensure materials are available when required and that procurement activities support operational and financial objectives.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Source, negotiate and purchase direct materials based on production requirements.</li><li>Develop and maintain strong relationships with suppliers and monitor vendor performance.</li><li>Negotiate pricing, terms, delivery requirements and purchasing agreements.</li><li>Monitor market conditions, commodity pricing and supply trends.</li><li>Identify cost-saving and cost-avoidance opportunities.</li><li>Evaluate suppliers and identify alternative sources to mitigate supply risk.</li><li>Manage purchase orders and maintain accurate procurement records.</li><li>Work closely with production, inventory, logistics and planning teams to ensure supply continuity.</li><li>Monitor inventory levels and assist with resolving supply or inventory issues.</li><li>Track supplier performance related to pricing, quality, delivery and responsiveness.</li><li>Support supplier evaluations, corrective actions and continuous improvement initiatives.</li><li>Identify and manage procurement, supply and vendor risks.</li><li>Maintain accurate pricing, specifications and supplier information within ERP systems.</li><li>Support procurement policies, procedures and process improvements.</li><li>Ensure purchasing activities comply with company policies and applicable regulatory requirements.</li></ul><p><br></p><p><br></p>
<p>Our client is looking for a dedicated <strong>Sourcing Specialist</strong> to join their team in Calgary, Alberta. The role supports competitive sourcing, supplier engagement, and commercial coordination across operations and maintenance categories. The ideal candidate is experienced in procurement, skilled in stakeholder collaboration and negotiation, and committed to achieving best value while ensuring compliance, effective communication, and workplace safety.</p><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Manage purchasing requests and ensure timely, cost-effective sourcing of materials and services.</li><li>Develop sourcing strategies, bidder lists, and supplier qualification processes.</li><li>Collaborate with stakeholders to define specifications, scopes of work, and contract requirements.</li><li>Prepare RFQs/RFPs, coordinate bidding activities, and evaluate supplier proposals.</li><li>Conduct commercial analysis, lead negotiations, and finalize purchase orders and contracts.</li><li>Coordinate internal approvals and ensure compliance with procurement requirements.</li><li>Monitor supplier performance, support contract closeout, and drive continuous improvement.</li><li>Maintain procurement records, prepare reports, communicate with stakeholders, and promote workplace safety.</li></ul>