The Opportunity:
The Maintenance, Repair and Operations (MRO) Supervisor for Lagimodiere is responsible for all activities associated with the effective and productive operation of the MRO Spare Parts Storeroom. Reporting to the Reliability Leader, this role has overall responsibility for the management of inventory levels, purchasing practices, and warehouse operations. They are responsible from demand to fulfillment of spare parts for use by maintenance or operations.
Snapshot of a Day-in-the-Life:
Execution of MRO planning and management best practices in day to day operations
Manage purchasing of maintenance related spare parts inventory, consumables and services
Manage sourcing and development of alternative suppliers
Manage vendor relationship including performance
Manage spare parts replenishment criteria to ensure right sized inventory
Manage spare parts movements to maximize transparency and financial accuracy and minimize inventory cycle count deficiencies
Drive cost reduction activities
Provide oversight, guidance, training and support to staff
Manage, coach and mentor storekeepers, purchasers, receivers, coordinators
Manage new part creation and extension requests
Responsible to ensure all corporate standards are followed in the execution of storeroom activities
Oversee the development of plant specific standard operating procedures (SOPs)
Responsible for analyzing and reporting MRO metrics to plant and corporate leadership as required
Shall demonstrate full commitment to the implementation of the requirements of the Global Standard for Food Safety and to processes which facilitate continual improvement of food safety and quality management
Ensure qualified resources complete MRO spares management work activities in a safe, efficient, and effective manner
What You’ll Bring:
3 - 5 years’ experience in an MRO purchasing, MRO inventory, or maintenance management role in a manufacturing facility. Food manufacturing an asset
College Diploma in purchasing/inventory management
Certification in supply chain or procurement management
Strong and effective negotiation skills
Strong and effective personnel management skills (work assignment, coaching, mentoring, etc.)
Ability to delegate, collaborate, and resolve conflict
Strong team building and motivating skills
Ability to develop team competencies
Strong knowledge of MRO parts and warehouse management
Experienced in ERP/MRP systems. Strong SAP knowledge an asset
Able to quickly learn new software and new processes
Excellent professional written and verbal communication skills, an ability to multi-task in a quick-paced environment, with strong attention to detail are required skills
Proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
Good understanding of food processing and regulatory requirements is an asset
Proven analytical and critical thinking skills
What We Offer at Maple Leaf Foods:
Being part of a high-performance, people-focused company that has an inspiring and unique vision to become the most sustainable protein company on earth, and a deep commitment to sustainable protein across North America.
An inclusive company culture and a work environment that keeps our people safe, rewards excellence, and empowers everyone to learn and contribute their best.
Competitive Health and Wellness benefits that offer flexibility to meet your individual or family needs, including programs focused on improving mental health and wellbeing. These benefits start on your first day of employment.
Defined Contribution Pension Plan with company matching that starts on your first day of employment.
Learning and development opportunities, including workshops, 'speaker series' events, and resources that allow you to develop your skills and progress your career.
Comprehensive tuition reimbursement program that supports continuous learning and development of our team members through investment in eligible degrees, diplomas, professional certification, or trades programs.
Supporting our deep commitment to community impact, we offer up to two paid days annually to volunteer at a cause of your choice.
About Us:
We’re a carbon neutral food company on a purposeful journey to Raise the Good in Food through better nutrition, safer food and workplaces, more humane animal care, and environmental sustainability efforts that protect our planet. We care about our communities and commit to reducing food insecurity in Canada. Join us on the journey. Let’s build a better future, together.
We’re passionate about food. For more than 100 years, we’ve made delicious, healthy protein that Canadians love under iconic national and regional brands, like Maple Leaf®, Schneiders®, and Greenfield Natural Meat Co.® We’re on a journey to become the most sustainable protein company - not just in Canada - but on earth.
We are carbon neutral.
We are one of the only food companies in Canada to set science-based targets.
A diverse and inclusive work environment
Championing diversity and inclusion is a critical component to advancing our collective purpose and vision and living the Maple Leaf Leadership Values. We believe in building, investing in, recognizing, and rewarding remarkable people who value an inclusive workplace, embrace all forms of diversity, and commit to including every voice in our collaborative environment. We’re so much stronger when we know we’re accepted and valued for who we are and what we each bring to the workplace.
We embrace a strong, values-based culture
Doing What’s Right
Shared Value
High Performance
Diverse and Inclusive Teams
Disciplined Decision Making
Our Accountability
Intense Curiosity
Transparency and Humility
We thank all applicants for their interest in exploring employment opportunities with Maple Leaf Foods; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Applicants may be subject to a background check and must meet the security criteria designated for the position.
Championing diversity and inclusion is a critical component to advancing our collective purpose and vision, living the Maple Leaf Leadership Values, and delivering winning results. Accommodation is available upon request for applicants with disabilities in the recruitment and assessment process and when hired; please contact our Talent Attraction Team at
[email protected] .
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📌 MRO Supervisor Winnipeg - Lagimodiere Blvd., MB 9/14/2026 (Manitoba)
🏢 Maple Leaf Foods
📍 Manitoba