Director, Supply Chain & Logistics

Role overview

A fast-scaling high-tech manufacturer is looking for a hands-on strategic leader to oversee supply chain and logistics during a major growth phase. The position reports to senior operations leadership and focuses on strengthening the full supply chain from procurement through delivery.

The successful hire will coordinate planning, sourcing, inventory, materials, and logistics so customer demand, factory capacity, and supplier capability stay aligned. This is a chance to help shape a high-performing supply chain function in a complex manufacturing setting where accuracy, supplier relationships, and execution quality are critical.

Important: applicants must be prepared to relocate to British Columbia, Canada.

Core leadership and strategy

• Create and roll out a supply chain approach that supports business expansion, production ramp-up, and long-term operating goals.
• Bring planning, purchasing, inventory, logistics, and material flow together into one coordinated operating model.
• Own the Sales & Operations Planning process to keep demand, supply, capacity, and business priorities aligned.
• Put scalable systems and processes in place that can grow with the organization.

Planning and materials management

• Direct demand planning, supply planning, production scheduling, and material planning activities.
• Convert forecasts, project needs, and bills of materials into workable manufacturing plans.
• Maintain material availability and continuity of supply throughout production.
• Manage production needs against capacity limits while protecting customer commitments.

Procurement and supplier management

• Shape sourcing strategies that support quality, cost, delivery, and scale objectives.
• Lead vendor selection, contract discussions, supplier performance reviews, and risk reduction efforts.
• Develop strategic supplier partnerships and sourcing models that improve resilience and future capacity.
• Identify supplier development opportunities and dual-sourcing options where suitable.

Inventory, warehousing, and logistics

• Design inventory approaches that balance service levels, working capital, and obsolescence exposure.
• Oversee warehousing, stock control, transportation, and logistics execution.
• Improve material movement across the business to increase efficiency and shorten lead times.
• Strengthen inventory accuracy and overall inventory performance.

Cross-functional partnership

• Work closely with Operations, Engineering, Program Management, Commercial, and Manufacturing leaders.
• Support new product introduction efforts by ensuring supply chain readiness and smooth production transfer.
• Keep customer demand, production schedules, and supplier capability aligned.

Performance improvement and team leadership

• Set and track KPIs covering planning accuracy, inventory health, supplier performance, cost, and on-time delivery.
• Drive process improvement, cost optimization, and operational excellence initiatives.
• Use data to guide decisions and improve end-to-end supply chain outcomes.
• Lead, coach, and grow a strong supply chain team.
• Build team capability to support both current operations and future growth.
• Encourage accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement across the function.

Qualifications and experience

• A bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, Business, Operations Management, or a closely related field is required.
• At least 10 years of progressive supply chain experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Minimum 5 years leading teams in supply chain, procurement, planning, or logistics.
• Experience with complex manufacturing operations involving multi-level bills of materials and long-lead-time parts.
• Strong background in production planning, inventory control, procurement, supplier management, and logistics.
• Proven ability to build scalable supply chain processes and deliver operational gains.
• Hands-on experience with ERP/MRP platforms and advanced planning tools.
• Strong analytical ability, communication skills, and stakeholder management capability.
• Track record of leading cross-functional work and influencing decisions across multiple functions.

Preferred background

• Experience in semiconductor, electronics, precision manufacturing, medical device, aerospace, advanced technology, or other highly regulated environments.
• Exposure to new product introduction and the transition from launch into scaled production.
• Experience in growth-focused organizations undergoing operational change or production expansion.

Why this opportunity stands out

This position offers the opportunity to help define the future of a growing manufacturing business. The director will have a meaningful impact on supply chain direction, operating performance, supplier partnerships, and organizational capability as the company moves toward larger-scale production.