EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR, SUPPLY CHAIN

RICHMOND

The Opportunity

BC Ferries is seeking a true subject matter expert with proven experience leading the development and implementation of Supply Chain strategy and operations, including procurement, supplier management, and warehouse activities. Reporting to the Chief Financial Officer, the Executive Director, Supply Chain leads the development and implementation of new systems, strategies, and processes for purchasing operations and supply management, while providing leadership and oversight to approximately 65 employees including management, administrators, and technical personnel engaged in the procurement of goods and services, as well as management of corporate assets. 

The Supply Chain Management function focuses on supplier performance management including implementing procurement solutions that meet or exceed regulatory and customer requirements, supply chain cost reduction, as well as managing and controlling inventory and delivery systems in the support of both vessel and land based operating facilities.

The Role

Reporting to the Chief Financial Officer, you add value by key areas of oversight such as:

• Development of an overarching Enterprise Procurement Strategy, including aspects of organizational design, process standardization, and implementation
• Providing a high level of support to operations, overseeing the purchasing, distribution and logistics functions of service, supplies, and materials
• Designing and implementing new inventory management systems, as well as policies and procedures that align with BC Ferries business objectives and are compliant with all legal or regulatory requirements.
• Providing professional leadership and tactical support for formal competitive tendering and contract life cycle management.
• Evaluating, developing, and implementing strategic supply and sourcing solutions for the procurement of goods and services that strengthens supplier relationships, drives best value and lowers the overall cost to purchase.
• Developing and implementing value added supply chain related logistics strategies that enhance operational reliability and service levels, as well as optimizes inventory.  
• Providing technical, professional and support resources required for the procurement of goods and services for ship repair and maintenance.

What you bring to the team

• A SCMP, CPSM or CPIM education and training and have a post secondary degree or graduate degree in Business Administration and/or a related field.
• 10 years’ progressive experience in supply chain or other related management positions.
• You are proficient in MS Office Suite, CMMS (Maximo), Cognos, Oracle and other business management systems.
• Experience supervising and managing within unionized environments, including extensive experience working in supply chain or other related management positions. You are experienced in supporting and delivering on corporate operational performance targets in accordance with company policies and procedures.
• You have a high degree of independent thought and are committed to continuous improvement. As well as being an agent of change, your enthusiasm coupled with your ability to influence numerous stakeholders will be key attributes in a successful leader.
• You promote a team environment and are able work calmly, confidently, and cooperatively under high pressure and within tight timelines. You provide support for employee development, training, certification, and performance management.
• You have strong project management, analytical and problem-solving skills. You possess strong financial management, budget planning, variance reporting and forecasting experience. You have strong interpersonal and collaborative skills to deliver established requirements on schedule and within budget.

Join us!

If this sounds like your next great career move, please apply online by November 29, 2024.

Additional information

The target salary range: $197,600 - $247,000 per annum.  The starting salary is determined based on the successful candidate’s knowledge, experience, and internal equity. Starting salary may exceed the target range on exceptional basis.

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At BC Ferries, our employees are our most important assets in delivering our commitment to customer safety, service and satisfaction. We support employment equity and diversity in the workplace and we encourage applications from all qualified individuals including women, visible minorities, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, persons of diverse sexual orientation, gender identity or expression (LGBTQ2S+), and others who reflect our ever-changing workplace.

We appreciate the interest of all applicants; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.