SMARDT is a global pioneer in oil‑free centrifugal chiller technology with an expanding portfolio of thermal management solutions. The company delivers high‑efficiency, energy‑saving systems to industries, real estate developments, health care and educational centers worldwide.

Position Summary
The Senior Manager, Supply Chain & Material Control leads end‑to‑end supply chain operations, including procurement, planning, inventory management, warehousing, logistics, and material control. The role ensures efficient material flow from suppliers through production to final delivery, supporting operational excellence, cost optimization and on‑time customer fulfillment.

Supply Chain Strategy & Leadership

Develop and implement a comprehensive supply chain strategy aligned with company growth and operational goals

Lead and mentor a multidisciplinary team across procurement, planning, inventory, and logistics

Establish KPIs and performance metrics to drive accountability and continuous improvement

Collaborate with executive leadership on capacity planning, risk mitigation, and long‑term sourcing strategies

Procurement & Supplier Management

Oversee sourcing strategies, supplier selection, and contract negotiations

Build and maintain solid supplier relationships to ensure quality, cost competitiveness, and reliability

Drive supplier performance management, including scorecards and regular business reviews

Identify opportunities for cost reduction and value engineering

Material Planning & Inventory Control

Lead demand planning, production planning, and materials requirements planning (MRP) processes

Optimize inventory levels to balance service levels, working capital, and risk

Implement robust material control systems to ensure accuracy, traceability,



and availability

Reduce excess and obsolete inventory through proactive planning and lifecycle management

Warehousing & Logistics

Oversee warehouse operations, including receiving, storage, picking, and shipping

Optimize layout, processes, and systems to improve efficiency and throughput

Manage domestic and international logistics, including transportation, customs, and freight optimization

Ensure compliance with all safety, regulatory, and quality standards

Operational Excellence & Continuous Improvement

Drive Lean, Six Sigma, or similar continuous improvement initiatives across the supply chain

Identify and eliminate bottlenecks to improve lead times and service levels

Implement systems and tools to enhance visibility, reporting, and decision‑making

Lead cross‑functional initiatives with manufacturing, engineering, and finance

Risk Management & Compliance

Identify supply chain risks (supplier dependency, geopolitical, capacity constraints) and develop mitigation strategies

Ensure compliance with internal policies, regulatory requirements, and industry standards

Support business continuity planning and contingency strategies

Skills and Competencies

Bilingual (English/French)

Excellent relationship management skills with the ability to engage, negotiate and manage key stakeholders and suppliers





Strong and confident negotiator with the ability to negotiate at all levels

Excellent communication, interpersonal and influencing skills

Excellent analytical and problem‑solving abilities

Results‑oriented with the ability to plan and deliver against project deadlines

Commercially and financially astute with experience managing budgets

Resilient, autonomous and capable of working well under pressure

Education and Experience

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Operations, Engineering or related field (MBA or Master’s preferred), or related experience

7+ years of progressive supply chain experience, including leadership roles in manufacturing

Strong knowledge of MRP/ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle or similar)

Proven experience in procurement, planning, inventory control and logistics

Experience managing global suppliers and complex supply chains

Benefits

Competitive salary with annual performance bonus

100% employer‑paid medical and dental benefits

Tele‑Health service paid by the employer

Employer contribution up to 6% to a retirement savings plan

Monthly OPUS subsidy for public transportation to work

Dynamic team within a high‑growth company

Company events and team‑building activities

Ongoing training and professional development opportunities

Equal Employment Opportunity
SMARDT is a proud equal‑opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workplace and welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including but not limited to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, immigration status or any other characteristic protected by law.

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📌 Gestionnaire principal Chaîne d'approvisionnement et contrôle des matériaux / Sr. Manager Suppl[...] (Quebec City)
🏢 Smardt Chiller Group
📍 Quebec City