19 Aug
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McAsphalt Industries
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Toronto
19 Aug
McAsphalt Industries
Toronto
At McAsphalt, we are committed to operational excellence, innovation, and delivering value to our customers across Canada. As Canada's leading supplier of asphalt products and services, we offer a collaborative and entrepreneurial environment where employees have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the business.
Work Arrangement : Full-Time, Onsite At McAsphalt, we are committed to operational excellence, innovation, and delivering value to our customers across Canada. As Canada's leading supplier of asphalt products and services, we offer a collaborative and entrepreneurial environment where employees have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the business. Competitive compensation and annual bonus program Comprehensive health and dental benefits Health Spending Account Defined Contribution Pension Program Employee discount program with national retailers The Manager, Supply Chain & Procurement is a strategic business partner responsible for developing and executing enterprise-wide sourcing, procurement, and supply chain strategies that support operational excellence, cost optimization, and business growth.
This role leads the procurement of indirect spend categories, production consumables, capital assets, and selected operational services while ensuring continuity of supply, supplier performance, commercial value, and risk mitigation. The position is accountable for supplier selection, contract negotiations, category management, and procurement governance across national, regional, and local operations. Working closely with Operations, Finance, Engineering, Maintenance, HSE, Legal, and Executive Leadership, the Manager, Supply Chain & Procurement drives strategic sourcing initiatives, strengthens supplier partnerships, improves procurement processes, and delivers measurable value across the organization.
The successful candidate will bring robust commercial acumen, exceptional relationship management skills, and a proven ability to influence stakeholders while identifying opportunities to enhance efficiency, resilience, and long-term business performance. Develop and execute category management and procurement strategies aligned with business objectives and operational requirements. Lead strategic sourcing initiatives for indirect spend categories, including facilities,
fleet services, Maintenance, Repair and Operations (MRO) supplies, professional services, utilities, safety products, technology, and operational support services.
Develop sourcing strategies for production consumables to ensure supply continuity, quality, and cost competitiveness. Conduct market intelligence, supplier assessments, spend analysis, RFQ/RFP processes, and total cost of ownership evaluations. Negotiate national, regional, and site-specific agreements that maximize commercial value while supporting local operational needs.
Identify opportunities to consolidate spend, standardize suppliers, and leverage purchasing power across the organization. Lead sourcing initiatives for corporate merchandise, branded apparel, promotional products, employee recognition items, onboarding materials, trade show assets, and other corporate branding requirements. Supplier & Contract Management Build and maintain strategic supplier partnerships that support operational excellence and long-term business objectives.
Lead complex contract negotiations and collaborate with Legal to ensure appropriate commercial protections and risk mitigation. Establish supplier performance management programs, including scorecards, quarterly business reviews, KPI monitoring, and corrective action plans. Ensure suppliers comply with contractual commitments, company standards, and regulatory requirements.
Evaluate supplier capabilities, financial stability, and risk exposure to support business continuity planning. Analyze spend patterns, market conditions, and supplier performance to identify improvement opportunities. Establish performance metrics and reporting dashboards to measure procurement effectiveness and business impact.
Support budget planning and forecasting activities through data-driven sourcing recommendations.
Supply
Chain & Operational Support Partner with Operations, Maintenance,
Engineering, and Production teams to ensure uninterrupted access to critical materials and services. Identify and mitigate supply chain risks through contingency planning, supplier diversification, and inventory optimization strategies. Monitor market trends, supply disruptions, and economic factors that may impact business operations.
Support capital projects and operational initiatives through effective procurement planning and supplier engagement.
Stakeholder
Engagement & Continuous Improvement Serve as a trusted advisor to business leaders on procurement and supply chain matters. Lead procurement process improvement initiatives that enhance efficiency, governance, and compliance. Promote best practices in procurement, supplier management, and contract administration across the organization.
Act as the primary liaison with Colas procurement networks, leveraging enterprise-wide opportunities and best practices. Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Finance, Engineering, or a related discipline. Skilled procurement designation (SCMP, CPSM, CPSD, or equivalent) considered an asset.
MBA or related graduate degree considered an asset. Minimum 7-10 years of progressive experience in procurement, strategic sourcing, supply chain management, or category management.
Experience supporting manufacturing, industrial, construction, aggregates, asphalt, transportation, or heavy industry environments. Demonstrated success negotiating complex commercial agreements and delivering measurable cost savings.
Experience managing supplier performance and developing long-term strategic vendor relationships. Working knowledge of ERP and procurement systems (JD Edwards, SAP, Oracle, Ariba, Coupa, or similar). Bilingual (English/French) considered a solid asset.
Strategic & Commercial Leadership Contract negotiation and commercial acumen Procurement governance and compliance Risk management and business continuity planning Spend analytics and market intelligence Supply chain planning and optimization Process improvement and change management Data analysis and performance measurement ERP and procurement systems expertise Project leadership and execution Compensation Data
📌 Manager, Supply Chain and Procurement (Toronto)
🏢 McAsphalt Industries
📍 Toronto