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So here are our biggest pieces of advice for newcomers seeking their first Supply Chain role in Canada (a caveat, this advice is for those who are looking for a role when they arrive, with enough of a financial cushion to be a bit patient.) But any companies still require “Canadian experience,” which is often an unfair requirement in a world where many newcomers have experience with global Fortune 500 companies. You don’t need to do a whole new 4 year degree, but an MBA or designations as the SCMP or APICS are excellent ways to boost your skills and add some Canadian education to your profile without a life-changing time commitment. If you don’t already have considerable Supply Chain or Procurement experience, we’re not going to be able to help, but if you do – especially if it’s at a multinational brand recognizable to Canadians – we can help get past the ATS systems behind job postings that often stand as a barrier.

You will develop and execute on Supply Chain strategies and KPIs, gaining a deep understanding of market trends, the supplier market base, demand drivers, and the company’s inventory position. You will then execute on raw materials and finished goods Procurement to match inventory for new product launches, existing products, and the phase-out of products no longer under production. Our client is looking for a very high-potential mid-career Procurement professional with at least 7 years of Manufacturing / Distribution industry experience, at least 5 of which are at the leadership level. You’ll receive low-volume, high-impact market insights from the top specialty Supply Chain recruiters including: Salary Information, Supply Chain industry trends, Market Intelligence, Personal Branding tips and More.

One Supply Chain Sustainability topic that’s been getting a lot of attention lately is the issue of food waste. Consumers are demanding more from their Supply Chains all over the place, including in food waste, and clearly Supply Chain Management can have a huge impact in fixing the crisis. Industry publication offered a great breakdown of the main kinds of emerging upstream Supply Chain solutions to food waste: Technology that slows down the rate of food spoilage. What’s Supply Chain Management’s role in helping to solve the food waste crisis?

This individual will work out of the company’s Kitchener facility, and take on Procurement leadership duties within the Raw Materials and Packaging categories for several of the company’s manufacturing plants throughout Canada. You will work closely with key stakeholders in the business (including senior management) to understand requirements and find opportunities for value in Procurement – from cost and delivery to food safety, improved quality, or other process improvements. Our client is looking for an individual with strong Procurement and Strategic Sourcing experience within Food Raw Materials (ingredients, etc.) as well as the Food Packaging categories. You’ll receive low-volume, high-impact market insights from the top specialty Supply Chain recruiters including: Salary Information, Supply Chain industry trends, Market Intelligence, Personal Branding tips and More.