Drive Innovation in Canada’s leading food distributor in Canada:
About the Company:
The company is a privately held firm that has established its foothold in the food distribution industry for more than 25 years. Our client has stood as a pinnacle in Canada’s specialty, natural, and fresh foods market. As a leading distributor, they have played a pivotal role in nurturing and expanding brands throughout the country.
Operating through distribution centers and sales offices strategically located across Canada, the company provides a versatile, full-service route to market, facilitating expansive access. Boasting a dedicated workforce of over 300 employees, the firm consistently generates robust revenues exceeding $250 million. Their enduring commitment to excellence has solidified their position as a key player in the Canadian food distribution landscape.
Who You Are:
In the past, a supply chain leader focused on tactical aspects like warehousing equipment, shipping routes, and fuel costs. Today, the role has evolved to a strategic focus on the entire company. With significant investment in supply chains, an emotionally intelligent and strategic leader is crucial. The ideal candidate is experienced, understands commodity complexities, and has a strong consumer industry reputation.
This candidate, holding a prominent position, must lead an efficient, adaptable supply chain aligned with innovation. Collaboration with departments and stakeholders is key for cost savings and revenue generation. Priority goes to those showing a consistent track record of results.
The ideal candidate collects and analyzes data for performance improvement, staying updated on supply chain trends and technology. Building and maintaining vendor relationships and fostering internal collaboration are essential for success across the entire supply chain.
Your Impact
Reporting to the Head of Sales, Marketing & Procurement with 5-6 direct reports and 20+ indirect, this role leads the Supply Chain team. The mandate is to enhance efficiency, adapt to new technologies, and strategically manage inventory, aligning procurement decisions with optimal service levels, inventory control, and cost management. Responsibilities include guiding decisions on Service Level, Inventory, Inbound freight, Logistics, and Cost Control. The position collaborates closely with Sales, Brand Development, and Operations teams, Suppliers, regulatory agencies, and freight forwarders to balance working capital with service levels.
What Are We Looking For?
To be considered for this impactful role, you must possess the following qualifications and experiences:
- Overall: 7+ years of experience in supply chain, procurement, and purchasing in a distribution, food, retail, or pharmaceutical environment.
- Leadership & Change Management: Demonstrates excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills to guide teams through transformative change.
- Technical Skills: Experience with ERP systems such as SAP, and Microsoft Dynamic and forecasting and demand planning tools such as Infor Demand+ & Supply+.
- Negotiation: Exhibiting strong negotiation skills and in-depth expertise in category/inventory management, demonstrating analytical proficiency.
- Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Economics or related field.
Join us in our client’s quest for innovation and excellence in the food distribution industry. The opportunity arises from a pivotal moment in the company’s growth. The imminent transition to a state-of-the-art ERP system demands adept leadership for effective change management. The company aims to scale by 15% YOE for the next 5 years, highlighting the significance of strategic supply chain and procurement leadership
Quick Facts:
- Employees: 300+
- Revenues: $250M+
- Ownership: Privately Held
- 5 yr. Growth Rate: 15%
- Reports into: Head of Sales, Marketing & Procurement
- Reports: 5
- Hybrid: No, In-person in GTA
Egility is committed to creating and fostering culturally diverse, equitable, and inclusive organizations. We recognize the value of a wide range of ideas, perspectives, experiences, and skill sets in our client’s workplaces. Our client is an equal-opportunity employer. In accordance with the Accessible Canada Act, 2019, and all applicable provincial accessibility standards, upon request, accommodation will be provided by both Egility and our client throughout the recruitment, selection, and/or assessment process for applicants with disabilities.
Due to the high volume, we will only be contacting applicants who meet all of the minimum requirements listed in the job description. Only those applicants who align most closely with our minimum and preferred qualifications will be contacted for an interview. The Recruiting team at Egility will retain your application materials and may contact you regarding future opportunities.
