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 strong 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

Perks

- Competitive salary with annual performance bonus
- 100% employer‑paid medical and dental perks
- 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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