Description
Hello! I'm Leila, a Recruitment Consultant at Fed Supply, a recruitment firm specializing in supply chain, logistics, transportation, and procurement.
I am currently recruiting a Senior Manager, Planning & Procurement for an established international company in the pharmaceutical industry, located in Boucherville.
As part of its continued growth, our client is looking to strengthen its management team and further develop its planning and procurement operations.
This is an opportunity for an experienced manager to combine operational expertise, team leadership, and process improvement in a dynamic, evolving environment.
Reporting to the Director of Planning & Procurement, you will lead a team of planners and buyers and play a key role in improving supply chain performance.
Your main responsibilities will include:
Lead, coach, and develop a team of planners and buyers, promoting collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement.
Oversee supply planning and replenishment activities to ensure product availability and operational continuity.
Review and optimize planning and procurement processes to support business growth.
Strengthen the Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) process by aligning demand forecasts, supply constraints, and business objectives.
Anticipate supply risks, manage backorders, and implement corrective action plans to minimize disruptions.
Optimize inventory levels while maintaining service levels and meeting industry-specific requirements.
Monitor supplier performance, including delivery reliability, quality, costs, and contractual commitments.
Contribute to supplier negotiations and initiatives aimed at improving procurement performance.
Develop and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to support operational decision-making.
Work closely with internal departments and international partners to resolve supply chain challenges.
Lead continuous improvement initiatives and support the implementation of new processes and best practices.
Bachelor's degree in Operations Management, Industrial Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field.
7-10 years of experience in supply planning and procurement, including 3-5 years in a management role.
Experience in a regulated industry, ideally pharmaceutical or food manufacturing/distribution.
Strong knowledge of S&OP processes, inventory management, and supply chain operations.
Proven experience in process optimization, supplier performance management, and continuous improvement.
Proficiency with ERP systems; SAP experience is an asset.
Fluency in both French and English, written and spoken.
Strong leadership, analytical, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to drive change and engage experienced teams.
What Our Client Offers
Annual salary of $115,000-$145,000 CAD, depending on experience.
Permanent position within a growing international organization.
4 weeks of vacation.
Comprehensive health and dental insurance, fully paid by the employer, including telemedicine.
Group RRSP with employer contributions of up to 4%.
Flexible 40-hour workweek.
Hybrid schedule: 4 days onsite and 1 remote day per week.
Onsite fitness facilities and subsidized bistro.
Opportunities to contribute to meaningful projects and ongoing organizational development.
