Supply Chain Manager – Electrical Manufacturing

Permanent | Full-Time | On-Site

A leading North American manufacturer of engineered electrical systems —serving the power generation and industrial automation industries for over five decades—is seeking a Supply Chain Manager to join its growing leadership team. The company is part of a globally recognized industrial group with more than 40,000 employees worldwide and a strong reputation for innovation, reliability, and sustainability.

Reporting to the Business Unit General Manager , this role offers the opportunity to shape end-to-end supply chain operations within a high-mix, engineered-to-order manufacturing environment. You’ll work closely with Operations, Engineering, and Business Unit leadership to drive excellence across procurement, materials planning, logistics, and production scheduling.

Key Responsibilities

Oversee all supply chain functions including sourcing, purchasing (direct and indirect), materials planning, warehousing, logistics, and inventory control.
Lead a cross-functional team to ensure on-time delivery, cost efficiency, and supplier performance aligned with business goals.
Implement and optimize Lean material management processes such as Kanban, pull systems, Min-Max, and JIT.
Manage supplier relationships and ensure compliance with quality, cost, and delivery standards.
Collaborate with manufacturing and engineering to plan demand and align capacity with customer requirements.
Champion continuous improvement, cost reduction, and a zero-incident safety culture.
Provide strategic insights through metrics and reporting to support operational decision-making.

About You

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, or Engineering (or equivalent experience).
Minimum 7 years of leadership experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment.
Strong knowledge of ERP systems , Microsoft Office, and data-driven decision-making.
Proven ability to lead teams, manage multiple projects, and drive results across departments.
Excellent communication, problem-solving, and analytical skills.
Canadian work authorization (no sponsorship available).

Why Join

This is a chance to join a stable, forward-looking company at the intersection of energy, technology, and manufacturing—where your leadership will directly influence operational performance and future growth. The organization offers strong professional development opportunities and is deeply committed to safety, quality, and innovation.

If you’re a proactive supply chain leader ready to make an impact in a dynamic manufacturing environment, we’d love to hear from you.

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