Supply Chain Operations Manager

Join us as our Supply Chain Operations Manager and help ensure the right materials are available at the right time to support our customers and operations. This role offers the opportunity to lead the end-to-end supply chain function of a growing manufacturing facility serving Western Canada. Operating in a highly customized Engineer-to-Order (ETO) environment, you will play a critical role in driving operational performance, strengthening supply chain processes, developing organizational capability, and supporting the plant's continued growth and transformation. Leading a multidisciplinary team across planning, procurement, inventory, and logistics, you will partner closely with manufacturing, engineering, commercial, and supply chain stakeholders to improve execution, enhance customer satisfaction, and build a high-performing supply chain organization capable of supporting increasing business complexity. What you'll be doing * Ensure material availability in the right quantity and at the right time to support customer commitments within an Engineering-to-Order (ETO) environment. * Lead, coach, and develop a team of planners, buyers, and logistics professionals while fostering strong team performance and collaboration. * Oversee logistics operations and support the efficient flow of materials throughout the plant, from receiving and storage to kitting and shipping. * Support a high level of customer satisfaction by ensuring effective planning, execution, and supply chain coordination. * Monitor supply chain performance and lead initiatives aimed at improving material and freight productivity. * Drive the effective execution of planning processes, including Sales, Inventory and Operations Planning (SIOP), Master Production Planning (MPP), and Master Production Scheduling (MPS). * Align production loading with customer demand and commercial lead-time commitments. * Collaborate with procurement teams to support supplier development, supplier qualification activities, and vendor performance assessments. * Establish and maintain forecasting processes that strengthen planning visibility and supplier collaboration. * Optimize inventory levels to balance material availability while minimizing shortages and excess inventory. * Drive inventory performance through inventory accuracy, healthy inventory management practices, and appropriate inventory levels. * Ensure compliance with internal controls, policies, and regulatory requirements related to inventory management, material disposition, export controls, and customs processes. * Build strong partnerships across the business by communicating complex situations clearly, supporting informed decision-making, and helping teams move initiatives forward. What qualifications will make you successful? * Proven leadership ability to inspire, coach, and develop high-performing teams * Strong analytical skills with a track record of using data to drive operational improvements * Excellent communication and collaboration skills across all organizational levels * Proactive problem-solver who thrives on tackling complex, non-routine challenges What you bring * Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills, with the ability to build effective relationships across functions and levels of the organization. * Experience leading continuous improvement and process optimization initiatives, with the ability to influence change and drive results. * Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, combined with a high level of attention to detail. * The ability to understand business processes, leverage data, and identify opportunities to improve efficiency through technology and automation. * A collaborative and proactive leadership style, with the flexibility to adapt to changing priorities and operational challenges. * A solid understanding of end-to-end manufacturing operations and supply chain processes. * Experience working in an Engineering-to-Order (ETO) environment. * A bachelor's degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, Operations, Economics, or a related field. * At least 8 years of experience in Supply Planning, Demand Planning, Vendor Forecasting, and Customer Forecasting. * At least 8 years of people leadership experience. * Experience working with SAP S/4HANA. * Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel. * Curiosity and interest in digital tools and data analytics, including technologies such as SQL and Power BI. We recognize that skills and competencies can be developed through a variety of experiences, both professional and personal. Even if you don't meet every single requirement listed, we still encourage you to apply. Your unique background and perspective could be exactly what we're looking for. This job posting represents an active opportunity within our team. All applications are reviewed directly by our recruitment professionals, and no AI is used in the screening or selection process. Let us learn about you! Apply today. At Schneider, we believe that every employee is a talent who deserves equal opportunities. This means you matter. Every individual needs to feel valued, supported, and treated fairly to do their best work. Our Total Rewards is our way of saying: "We see you. We value you". It's more than just pay and benefits- it's a meaningful investment in you. It is designed for you to perform, grow, feel safe, and elevate your potential to shine as an impact maker. The expected pay range is CAD 114,750 - CAD 162,000 per year. This pay range includes base pay and short-term incentives. For Ontario applicants, this posting complies with provincial law which does not require disclosure of the pay range. Inquiries regarding the pay range can be directed to the recruiting / hiring manager. Schneider Electric is there when it matters most to you Our Total Rewards package outlines all the benefits and support you'll enjoy as part of the Schneider Electric team: Care for yourself and your family. We ensure you feel secure with benefits that help you and your family thrive: insurance coverage for health, inclusive of medical, dental, vision, basic life, accident, and disability insurance; telemedicine program; paid family leaves; parental and care leave; employee assistant program with mental, family, and legal counselling and flexible work arrangements. Invest and plan your future. 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