Director, Supply Chain

Winnipeg, Manitoba. Full‑time onsite.

Carfair Composites is a leader in fiber‑reinforced plastic design and composite technologies. Carfair Composites is a subsidiary of NFI Group, which operates five manufacturing and distribution centers across North America, including Winnipeg, St. Cloud, Anniston, Wausaukee, and Gillett. As a comprehensive manufacturer of engineered composite products, Carfair supplies high‑quality fiberglass components to original equipment manufacturers in the agriculture, automotive, construction, transportation, commercial, food‑processing, and medical industries.

Position Summary Reporting to the Lead Director of Business Operations, the Supply Chain Director will provide strategic leadership and operational oversight of the supply chain functions within the Fabrication (Fabco) division. The role will manage procurement, planning, materials management, and logistics to ensure efficient, cost‑effective, and compliant flow of materials and finished goods while supporting business growth, service excellence, and risk mitigation.

Why Join Us

Be part of a team leading the world’s electrification of mass mobility.

Competitive wages and a comprehensive benefit package with immediate benefit eligibility.

Paid holidays and vacation.

Registered pension plan with a generous company match.

Passionate about creating a better product, a better workplace, and a better world.

Inclusive workplace culture that values and empowers team members.

On‑the‑job training in a continuous learning environment (we invested $15.9 million in 2024).

Advancement opportunities within our family of companies.

NFI Group has been recognized as one of Manitoba’s Top Employers for 2026.

What You Will Do

Develop and oversee the end‑to‑end supply chain strategy aligned with corporate and financial targets.

Lead procurement and sourcing activities, including supplier selection, contract negotiations, and performance management to achieve quality, cost, and service objectives.

Oversee demand planning, supply planning, and materials management to optimize service levels and working capital.

Ensure inventory accuracy and integrity through effective controls and cycle‑counting practices, supporting manufacturing and financial objectives.

Direct logistics and transportation to ensure timely, compliant, and cost‑effective product movement.

Establish and monitor key performance indicators across cost, service, inventory, and supplier performance, driving accountability and continuous improvement.

Identify and mitigate supply chain risks to ensure business continuity and resilience.

Lead and develop supply chain teams, fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

Ensure effective use of ERP systems and data to enable operational excellence and informed decision‑making.

What You Need to Be Successful

Post‑secondary education in Supply Chain, Business Administration, or a related field.

Professional supply chain designation considered an asset (CSCP, CPIM, or equivalent).

Eight or more years of progressive supply‑chain experience, including leadership responsibility and experience leading end‑to‑end supply‑chain functions in a multi‑site environment.

Experience in manufacturing or industrial environments is considered an asset.

Strong understanding of ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, or equivalent).

Demonstrated ability to develop and implement supply‑chain strategies and drive organizational change.

Business acumen and analytical capability, with experience operating in complex environments.

Physical & Workplace Requirements

Ability to work in both office and manufacturing environments, including walking, standing, and sitting for extended periods.

Comfortable working in industrial environments with appropriate PPE.

Up to 20‑30% travel; must be eligible to travel within Canada and to the U.S.

Our Why We exist to move people. Our mission is to design, deliver, and support market‑leading bus and motorcoach solutions that are safe, accessible, efficient, and reliable. Our values—safety, quality, integrity, accountability, teamwork, and sustainability—are at the core of everything we do. Leveraging 450 years of combined experience, NFI offers a wide range of propulsion‑agnostic bus and coach platforms, including market‑leading electric models. Through low‑ and zero‑emission buses and coaches, infrastructure, and technology, NFI meets today’s urban demands for scalable smart mobility solutions. Together, NFI is enabling more livable cities through connected, clean, and sustainable transportation.

News and information is available at www.nfigroup.com, www.newflyer.com, www.mcicoach.com, nfi.parts, www.alexander-dennis.com, arbocsv.com, and carfaircomposites.com.

Carfair Composites is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity, ensure equitable experiences and are committed to creating an inclusive environment reflective of the communities we operate in. Accommodations are available at all stages of the recruitment process, at the candidates' request.

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