Global Head of Procurement and Planning

4 weeks ago

Brossard, Canada Acuity Brands Full time

Distech Controls’ success and reputation are fueled by our world-class team of employees. We look for qualified individuals who are striving to succeed and that wish to actively contribute to our continued growth. Distech Controls values its team members and offers them a modern, motivating work environment, and competitive salaries and benefits.

**Who is Distech Controls?**

Distech Controls is a Canadian-based company located in Brossard, on the South Shore of Montreal (QC), with a European headquarter in Brignais (Lyon), France. We are proud to be part of the Acuity Brands’ family since 2015. Our mission is to connect people with intelligent building solutions for better health, better space, better efficiencies through our forward-thinking technologies and services. Our passion for innovation, quality and sustainability guides our business on a daily basis, as we light the way to a brilliant, productive and connected world.

**Why Work for Distech Controls?**
- Innovative driven company
- Dynamic workplace
- Open minded company
- Fast-paced company
- Modern work environment designed for our employees
- Indoor and outdoor bistro areas, lounges, coffee stations

**DCI - Distech Controls Inc. (North American headquarter)**
- Continuous professional development program
- Extensive benefits, including annual performance bonus, group insurance and retirement plan
- 5 floating days and 3 weeks’ vacation (prorated) from year one’
- Reward programs
- LEED-Certified building
- Foosball and ping-pong tables
- Situated near quartier Dix30
- On-site gym
- Daily fresh fruit
- Hot and cold beverages stations
- Accessible transportation services including OPUS card reader onsite
- Deep frozen meal prepared by culinary chefs
- Rewards program

**Job Summary**:
The Global Head of Procurement and Planning is responsible for overseeing all activities related to the procurement of raw materials, finished goods, and services necessary for the company’s operations. They also ensure that production planning aligns with business needs, optimizing costs and meeting deadlines. This role involves international responsibilities, business process standardization, and strong integration with the global supply chain.

This position requires a blend of technical and managerial skills, as well as the ability to adapt to a constantly evolving and international environment. The Supply and Planning Manager plays a critical role in the operational success of the company by ensuring efficient management of procurement and production planning.

**Key Tasks & Responsibilities (Essential Functions)**:
**Purchasing Management**
- Develop and implement procurement strategies on a global scale.
- Track orders and manage supplier relationships.
- Monitor stock levels and optimize inventory management.

**Production Planning**
- Create production plans based on sales forecasts and production capacity.
- Coordinate with production, logistics, and customer service teams to ensure product availability.

**Inventory Management**
- Monitor stock levels to avoid shortages or overages.
- Establish performance indicators to evaluate the efficiency of inventory management processes.
- Analyze data to anticipate needs and adjust inventory levels.

**Continuous Improvement and Standardization**
- Identify and implement continuous improvement initiatives to optimize procurement and planning processes.
- Standardize business processes across all company entities.
- Collaborate with production and quality teams to address issues and improve performance.

**Team Management**
- Lead and support the supply and planning team.
- Set clear objectives and measure team performance.

**Skills and Minimum Experience Required**:
**Technical Skills**
- Strong understanding of international procurement and supply chain management processes.
- Deep knowledge of production planning techniques and inventory management.
- Proficiency in ERP systems and supply chain management software.

**Interpersonal Skills**
- Excellent negotiation and communication skills.
- Team-oriented with the ability to coordinate across departments.
- Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.

**Qualifications**
- Degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Production Management, or a related field.
- Significant professional experience in a similar role, preferably in a production environment.
- Certification in supply chain management (such as CPSM or APICS) is a plus.

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