Director, Procurement and Supply Chain

The world isn’t standing still, and neither is ATS Life Sciences - We don’t follow the trends. We set them!

Are you interested in being part of a team that makes a difference? Join our growing ATS Life Sciences Systems team a division of ATS Corporation, a publicly traded global enterprise with a proud history, we are helping advance the future with our factory-wide automation solutions. Within Life Sciences Systems, what we do matters – we custom design, build and service critical automated solutions for medical device and pharmaceutical companies. We are dedicated to assisting our customers in improving the quality of life for people around the world. When there is no room for error, and product failure is not an option, leading life sciences companies trust us to resolve their production challenges.

Job Description

WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU:

Benefits:

• Compensation: $128,000 to $176,000 CAD per year
• Annual Performance-Based Incentive Bonus
• 5% RRSP match
• Stock purchase plan
• Starting 3 weeks of vacation
• Benefits package (health and dental) + $600 health spending account
• Half-Day Fridays
• Continuous learning and career growth with global mobility opportunities.
• A chance to contribute to something bigger - advancing the future of healthcare through automation.

MAJOR DUTIES:

Under broad, general guidelines and policies, has responsibility for driving strategic sourcing activities globally for Cambridge Life Sciences. Responsible for leading strategic sourcing initiatives in support of Cambridge Life Sciences outsource manufacturing strategy. Work closely with all General Managers, divisional Materials Managers and Buyers to drive adoption of the Strategic Sourcing Process globally.

Accountability:

• Year over year reduction in materials and third party equipment costs.
• Total customer satisfaction of all internal operations groups.
• Excellent relationships with all major suppliers.

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES:

Strategy-Specific:

• Establish clear procurement policies and procedures to guide supply chain management towards long-term business objectives.
• Drive manufacturing outsourcing strategy to low cost countries to achieve lowest cost at best quality and delivery for manufactured components.
• Develop strategic targets and goals based on industry trends.
• Benchmark with external peer level executives to assess “best in class.”
• Drive ATS procurement performance to be “best in class.”

Sourcing Strategy:

• Guide supply chain personnel on business impact and supply market complexity.
• Develop appropriate strategies to ensure applicability, successful implementation and optimization of supply chain systems and successful completion of mission critical projects (i.e. SAP, JD Edwards or similar).
• Develop manufacturing partners locally and in low cost countries to support ATS needs.
• Coach procurement personnel on supply chain initiatives to support the strategic plan.
• Approve recommendations on the optimal sourcing strategies and ensure high-level buy-in from key stakeholders.

Process Improvement:

• Identify opportunities to improve supply chain processes globally for Cambridge Life Sciences.
• Ensure best practices are shared at all levels and divisions.
• Meet with affected peers to discuss issues common across procurement areas.

Project Management:

• Develop high-level global project plans, identifying key deliverables and roles/responsibilities of team members.
• Establish and manage a project budget.
• Obtain buy-in from key stakeholders on plans and budget.
• Execute plan, communicating relevant project information to stakeholders.
  
  

Supplier Management/Partnership:

• Coach supply chain personnel in analysis of industry and their work with suppliers to set performance targets.
• Establish a process to communicate issues and performance against targets.
• Identify nonvalue-added activities across a broad range of suppliers and oversee development of programs to reduce waste and improve effectiveness of both processes and information flow.
• Develop a solid, trusting relationship at executive levels of suppliers aimed at driving strategic value.

Additional Information

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:

• A bachelor’s degree in business or materials management is required, MBA is preferred.

Experience:

• Senior manager with demonstrated business and purchasing track record with a minimum of 10 years experience in operations or business analysis and at least 5 years of purchasing management experience.
  
  

Health and Safety:

• Ensure that all business activities are performed with the highest ethical standards and in compliance with the ATS Code of Business Conduct.
• Demonstrate leadership in Health, Safety and Environment compliance.
• Hold team members accountable for health, safety and environmental compliance as part of the annual performance review process.
• Ensure that the requirements of the health, safety and environment management system are implemented and maintained.
• Carry out hazard assessments, inspections, and audits as required by legislative framework and/or corporate requirements.
• Ensure that training is provided to all departmental employees are per established in the training matrix.
• Implement appropriate corrective measures for unsafe conditions and unsafe acts.
• Ensure that appropriate equipment, materials and protective devices are provided and maintained in safe condition.
• Provide information, instruction and supervision to employees.
• Take every precaution reasonable in the circumstances for the protection of employees.
• Attend HSE Due Diligence for Management training sessions.

If you're excited about this role, but do not meet all the qualifications listed above, you are still encouraged to apply

Why YOU should join our ATS Life Sciences Systems team:

We value our PEOPLE - The foundation of a great company is having the best team which is why we continuously work to develop, engage, empower and energize our people. The best people want to work with the best team - the best teams are diverse and inclusive teams.

What we do MATTERS - our Life Sciences projects contribute to improving the lives of people around the world! ATS has made a commitment to be carbon neutral by 2030!

INNOVATION and PROBLEM SOLVING is at our core - Our pursuit of continuous improvement in everything we do. Our focus is on building diverse teams, stimulating innovation by challenging conventional thinking, encouraging fresh ideas and promoting creative problem-solving

We prioritize internal GROWTH & DEVELOPMENT - ATS offers endless opportunities for professional growth and development – with a tuition reimbursement program, individual development programs and a commitment to promoting from within - there is space for you to grow your career at ATS!

We offer COMPETITIVE Total Rewards - Competitive starting salaries, overtime pay eligibility, paid vacation, Employee Incentive Bonus program, comprehensive health and dental benefits including Lifestyle Spending Account, 5% RRSP matching program and optional Employee Share Purchase Program

The Compensation offered will be based on the local job market and may vary depending on factors such as the job-related knowledge, skills, experience of the selected candidate, as well as other objective business considerations. Subject to these considerations, the total compensation package for this position may also include other elements, such as an annual cash incentive in addition to a full range of medical, retirement, and/or other benefits. Details of these benefit plans will be provided when the selected job candidate receives an offer of employment.

A place to BELONG: We celebrate our uniqueness and ensure that all employees have equal opportunities for growth and development. We believe that unique experiences are essential for our success and innovation.

This role represents an existing vacancy within the organization.

ATS is in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disability Act (AODA), 2005 and will, upon request, assist those who may require specific accommodations due to a personal disability. We would ask that those who require assistance to notify our offices as soon as possible if accommodation is necessary.

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