Title posted on CareerBeacon - Supply Chain Manager

Posted on August 20, 2026 by Employer details Amalgamated Dairies Limited

logistics manager - transportation
Supply Chain Manager

Job details
Location: Water St. Facility, Summerside, PE

Scope: Multi-site manufacturing and distribution operations across Prince Edward Island

Compensation: $90,000 - $110,000 per year

About ADL

Amalgamated Dairies Limited (ADL) is a farmer-owned dairy cooperative headquartered in Prince Edward Island. Since 1953, ADL has grown into one of Atlantic Canada's leading dairy manufacturers, processing more than 120 million litres of milk annually across multiple facilities and employing over 375 team members. We transform fresh, local milk into high-quality dairy products, including milk, cheese, cream, butter, and canned milk, serving both our own brands and valued partner labels across PEI and beyond.

The Opportunity

This is an prospect to take on a broad, hands-on leadership role in coordinating key supply chain functions that directly support production requirements, customer service objectives, and cost management initiatives. Reporting to the Director of Business Development, the Supply Chain Manager is responsible for the strategic and day-to-day leadership of warehousing, procurement, inventory control, transportation, and logistics activities across the organization. Working closely with production, sales, finance, quality assurance, and distribution teams, the Supply Chain Manager will help strengthen alignment across the supply chain, identify opportunities for improvement, and support reliable, efficient operations.

Key Responsibilities:
Supply Chain Leadership





Develop and execute supply chain strategies aligned with organizational objectives.

Lead procurement, warehousing, inventory control, and transportation functions.

Establish and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) for inventory, service levels, transportation costs, and supplier performance.

Identify opportunities for continuous improvement, efficiency, and cost reduction.

Transportation & Logistics

Manage inbound and outbound transportation activities.

Coordinate third-party carriers and logistics providers.

Optimize distribution routes, freight utilization, and transportation efficiency.

Monitor transportation performance and freight costs.

Ensure compliance with food safety, transportation, and applicable regulatory requirements.

Inventory & Warehouse Management

Oversee inventory management practices across multiple facilities.

Monitor inventory levels to balance service requirements with working capital objectives.

Ensure accurate inventory records and effective cycle counting procedures.

Lead warehouse operations, storage optimization, and material handling practices.

Procurement & Supplier Management

Manage the sourcing and procurement of raw materials, ingredients, packaging, supplies, and services.

Negotiate supplier contracts, pricing, and service agreements.





Maintain strong supplier relationships and monitor supplier performance.

Support continuity of supply and minimize supply chain risks.

Operational Collaboration

Work closely with production teams to support manufacturing schedules.

Coordinate supply planning with sales forecasts and customer demand.

Support new product launches and capacity planning initiatives.

Participate in budgeting and operational planning activities.

Leadership & Team Development

Lead, coach, and develop warehouse, logistics, and procurement personnel.

Foster a culture of accountability, safety, and continuous improvement.

Conduct performance management, employee development, and succession planning.

Qualifications

Education & Experience: Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Operations Management, Logistics, or a related field.

Professional designation such as SCMP (Supply Chain Management Professional) is considered an asset.

Considerable progressive experience in supply chain, logistics, procurement, or operations.

Experience in food manufacturing, dairy processing, consumer packaged goods, or distribution environments is preferred.

Multi-site supply chain or operational experience is considered an

Location Various locations Charlottetown , , PE Summerside , , PE

Work location On site

Salary $ 90,000 to $ 110,000 YEAR annually

Terms of employment Permanent employment Full time

Starts as soon as possible

vacancies 1 vacancy

Source CareerBeacon #2237573

Charlottetown, PE

Summerside, PE

Advertised until
2026-09-10

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