Supplier Manager

Job Title: Supplier Manager

Job Description: We are seeking a Supplier Manager – Industrialization to lead supplier readiness efforts for new product introductions (NPI). This role is critical in coordinating cross-functional teams and suppliers through industrialization phases to ensure a successful production ramp-up. This position requires significant travel to support on-site activities and interventions.

Responsibilities

• Lead supplier readiness and industrialization initiatives for NPIs.
• Develop and manage project plans, schedules, and milestones to meet internal and external deliverables.
• Serve as the primary liaison between engineering, procurement, quality, manufacturing, and suppliers.
• Ensure suppliers meet contractual obligations, quality standards, and readiness requirements.
• Monitor project status and escalate risks or issues as necessary.
• Facilitate resolution of technical, supply chain, and production challenges.
• Conduct supplier assessments, evaluate capabilities, and implement risk mitigation strategies.
• Drive supplier accountability to achieve delivery and performance targets.
• Support manufacturing process implementation, including tooling, equipment, and documentation readiness.
• Promote continuous improvement and operational excellence within the supply base.

Essential Skills

• 5–10 years of experience as a supplier manager, procurement manager, or supply chain manager.
• Background in project management, quality control, procurement, or engineering.
• Proven experience managing industrialization and NPI phases.
• Strong knowledge of supplier development, procurement, and production readiness.
• Experience in the aerospace, automotive manufacturing industry, or manufacturing.
• Proficient in MS Project, Excel, ERP/MRP systems, and project tracking tools.
• Must have a valid passport and be willing to travel extensively (50% of the time).

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• PMP designation.
• SCM designation.
• Previous experience managing a team.
• Bachelor's degree in engineering, Supply Chain Management, Business, or a related field.
• Familiarity with AS9100/ISO9001 quality standards and aerospace industry practices.
• Experience with APQP, PPAP, FAI, and production ramp-up methodologies.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and leadership skills.
• Track record of leading cross-functional teams and holding suppliers accountable.
• Comfortable working in chaotic environments.

Work Environment

This role involves 50% travel, including destinations such as Montreal, England, and other parts of Europe. The position can be based in Calgary or Mississauga. You will be part of a small team currently consisting of two members. Benefits include three weeks of vacation, five personal days (three paid and two unpaid), ten paid sick days, full benefits after 90 days, and RSP contributions of 4% after six months.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Calgary, AB.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $ $ /yr.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Calgary,AB.

Aston Carter fournit des solutions de talent de classe mondiale à des milliers de clients à travers le monde. Spécialisés dans la comptabilité, la finance, les ressources humaines, l'acquisition de talents, la chaîne d'approvisionnement et certaines professions administratives, nous étendons les capacités des entreprises à la pointe de l'industrie. Nous nous appuyons sur notre profonde expertise en matière de recrutement et sur notre réseau expansif pour répondre aux besoins évolutifs de nos clients et de notre communauté de talents avec agilité et excellence. Avec des bureaux aux États-Unis, au Canada, en Asie-Pacifique et en Europe, Aston Carter est au service d'un grand nombre d'entreprises du Fortune 500. Nous sommes fiers d'avoir remporté le double diamant ClearlyRated Best of Staffing pour notre service aux clients et aux talents.

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Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing double diamond winner for both client and talent service.

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