Supply Chain Manager ( Procurement, Planning & Inventory Control)

by Trojan Technologies

Reference #: R10257488
Position Type: Regular
Remote work options: No
Location: London, Ontario
Date Posted: Oct 31, 2024
Trojan Technologies

Job Description

Are you…  Interested in developing your career in the water industry?

Interested in working for a company that is dedicated to sustainability?

Looking for a friendly and supporting team?

If so, read on!

Protecting water, the most valuable resource, and driving sustainability is very close to our hearts. You will be part of a flexible, family friendly organization that cares about its people just as it cares about the environment.

Take a moment to watch our video:  The Power to Make Things Possible  (https://vimeo.com/burnsmarketing/review/823050239/c5d19b300c)

We offer:

  • 15 days of vacation 

  • Professional onboarding and training options

  • Powerful team looking forward to working with you

  • Career coaching and development opportunities

  • Health benefits

The Supply Chain Manager involves creating and implementing strategies for the Procurement, Planning, and Inventory Control teams while overseeing the daily tasks of team members. This position is responsible for developing metrics and actions to enhance the teams' efficiency and effectiveness in achieving corporate goals. Leading a team of six direct reports, the role includes providing development and growth opportunities while supporting the accomplishment of individual objectives.

The ideal candidate is proactive and results-oriented, with a strong drive for continuous improvement. They should have experience with lean tools and processes, as well as a keen interest in developing people, teams, and business processes. Additionally, the candidate will possess in-depth knowledge of manufacturing processes and ERP systems, along with demonstrated values of ethical accountability and teamwork.

Accountabilities

  • Maintain optimal inventory levels using a Kanban ordering system to ensure products are available just in time to meet customer demand while minimizing waste.

  • Collaborate with other departments to integrate activities that maximize synergies, streamline operations, and eliminate waste.

  • Lead and mentor team members, fostering a lean mindset and enhancing overall performance through continuous improvement.

  • Ensure compliance with Trojan/Veralto policies regarding documentation, auditing, and record-keeping, in alignment with lean standards.

  • Develop and implement the PSI (Production, Sales, and Inventory) forecasting process in collaboration with stakeholders to support effective production planning based on lean manufacturing principles.

Critical Competencies / Core Behaviors

  • Customer Satisfaction: Leverages VES tools to achieve high levels of customer satisfaction and engagement.

  • Results-Driven & Quality-Focused: Delivers timely and accurate results with a strong sense of urgency, ensuring safety and integrity are always upheld.

  • Teamwork & Collaboration: Collaborates effectively across functions, building strong partnerships with customers, suppliers, and colleagues at all levels.

  • Data-Driven Decision Making: Collects, analyzes, and applies data to make informed, fact-based decisions that enhance performance.

  • Entrepreneurial Spirit & Continuous Improvement: Embraces challenges, questions the status quo, and implements innovative solutions to improve processes and systems.

The essential requirements of the job include: 

  • 10+ years of experience in procurement and supply chain management.

  • 5+ years of experience in a lean manufacturing environment, with a strong understanding of Lean principles and Kanban systems.

  • Relevant post-secondary degree in areas such as Purchasing, Supply Chain Management, Engineering (BEng.), Business Administration (BA), or Commerce (BComm).

  • Professional certifications such as CSCP, CPIM, PMP, SCMP, or CITT are considered assets

Every person is unique, but we all have something in common: the need for safe, clean water. And it’s only by bringing together people with diverse ideas, perspectives, and backgrounds that we can solve the complex water problems of our changing world.

At Trojan Technologies (www.trojantechnologies.com), we believe success for all comes from the contributions of every single one of us. That’s why we foster an environment where every associate has a voice, is valued and respected, and feels safe sharing their thoughts. After all, sharing our different viewpoints and experiences is what enables us to find creative and innovative ways to accomplish our shared goals.

Trojan is proud to be a Water Quality company in Veralto (NYSE: VLTO).  Imagine a world where everyone has access to clean water, safe food and medicine, and trusted essential goods. That is the tomorrow Veralto is creating today.  Veralto is a $5B global leader in essential technology solutions made up of over 16,000 associates across our Water Quality and Product Identification segments all united by a powerful purpose: Safeguarding the World’s Most Vital Resources.

At Veralto, we value diversity and the existence of similarities and differences, both visible and not, found in our workforce, workplace and throughout the markets we serve.  Our associates, customers and shareholders contribute unique and different perspectives as a result of these diverse attributes.

If you’ve ever wondered what’s within you, there’s no better time to find out.

Unsolicited Assistance

We do not accept unsolicited assistance from any headhunters or recruitment firms for any of our job openings. All resumes or profiles submitted by search firms to any employee at any of the Veralto companies, in any form without a valid, signed search agreement in place for the specific position, approved by Talent Acquisition, will be deemed the sole property of Veralto and its companies. No fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by Veralto and its companies because of the unsolicited referral.