About the Role
This is an exceptional leadership opportunity with a growing London-area manufacturer serving specialized industrial and engineered product markets across North America.
Reporting directly to the Chief Operating Officer, the Director, Supply Chain Operations will provide both strategic and operational leadership across the organization’s end-to-end supply chain. This role is responsible for optimizing procurement, demand planning, inventory management, supplier performance, logistics, and supply chain risk management while ensuring operational excellence and supporting continued business growth.
The successful candidate will build upon an established foundation by strengthening systems, refining processes, and developing team capabilities to support an increasingly complex manufacturing environment. Working closely with Operations, Engineering, Quality, Finance, and Sales, the Director will help align supply chain strategy with business objectives while improving efficiency, scalability, and customer service.
This role requires a hands-on leader who can think strategically while remaining engaged in day-to-day execution. Leveraging data, analytics, ERP systems, and continuous improvement methodologies, the Director will identify opportunities to enhance supplier performance, improve inventory accuracy, mitigate risk, and optimize material flow across the organization.
This is an outstanding opportunity for an experienced supply chain professional who enjoys building high-performing teams, driving operational excellence, and making a meaningful impact within a growing Canadian manufacturing business.
Key Responsibilities
* Develop and execute the organization’s supply chain strategy in alignment with business objectives and growth plans
* Lead procurement, strategic sourcing, supplier negotiations, and supplier performance management
* Oversee demand planning, inventory management, material planning, and supply continuity
* Establish KPIs, governance, and reporting to improve supply chain visibility and accountability
* Manage inbound and outbound logistics while optimizing cost, service, and operational efficiency
* Partner with Quality to improve supplier quality and reduce supply chain risk
* Drive continuous improvement initiatives across inventory, warehouse operations, logistics, and material flow
* Strengthen ERP/MRP utilization, data integrity, and reporting capabilities
* Analyze operational data to identify trends, solve complex problems, and improve decision-making
* Lead, mentor, and develop the supply chain team while fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement
* Collaborate closely with Operations, Engineering, Finance, Sales, and other cross-functional teams to support organizational objectives
Ideal Candidate Profile
* 10+ years of progressive supply chain leadership experience within a manufacturing environment
* Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Engineering, or a related discipline
* Strong experience across procurement, planning, inventory management, logistics, and supplier development
* Proven ability to balance strategic planning with operational execution
* Experience leading sourcing initiatives, supplier negotiations, and performance improvement programs
* Strong analytical skills with advanced ERP/MRP and data analysis capabilities
* Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills
* Demonstrated success leading teams through growth, process improvements, and organizational change
* Strategic thinker with strong commercial and operational acumen
* Hands-on leader who enjoys solving complex operational challenges
* Highly organized, adaptable, and results-oriented
* Collaborative team builder who develops people and fosters accountability
* Continuous improvement mindset with a passion for operational excellence
Why Consider This Opportunity?
* Join a growing manufacturing organization with a strong reputation for innovation and engineering excellence
* Highly visible leadership role partnering directly with executive leadership
* Opportunity to shape and strengthen the organization’s end-to-end supply chain strategy
* Influence key operational decisions that directly support growth and customer satisfaction
* Collaborative environment that values innovation, teamwork, and continuous improvement
* Long-term career growth within a stable and expanding organization
* Competitive benefits, retirement savings program, and ongoing professional development opportunities
Vacancy
This opportunity has become available following the departure of a long-tenured leader who left the organization on excellent terms after several successful years in the role. During the transition, the Chief Operating Officer has assumed responsibility for the supply chain function. As the organization continues to grow, leadership has determined the time is right to bring in a dedicated Director to provide strategic direction, strengthen the team, and support the next phase of operational growth.
Compensation Package
* Base Salary: $130,000 - $160,000
* Comprehensive Health & Dental Benefits
* Employee-Employer Matched Retirement Savings Program
* Ongoing training and professional development opportunities
* Long-term leadership opportunity within a growing manufacturing organization
Additional Information
In accordance with the Employment Standards Act, 2000 (Ontario) and applicable regulations, applicants are advised that artificial intelligence (AI) may be used in the recruitment process. This may include the use of AI-enabled tools to support candidate sourcing, screening, or other administrative aspects of the hiring process.
All employment decisions are made by qualified human decision-makers, and the use of AI does not replace human judgment in the evaluation or selection of candidates.