The Opportunity: The Maintenance, Repair and Operations (MRO) Supervisor for Lagimodiere is responsible for all activities associated with the effective and efficient 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 recent software and new processes

Excellent professional written and verbal communication skills, an ability to multi-task in a fast-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 secure, rewards excellence, and empowers everyone to learn and contribute their best.

Competitive Health and Wellness perks that offer flexibility to meet your individual or family needs, including programs focused on improving mental health and wellbeing. These perks 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
🏢 Maple Leaf Foods
📍 Winnipeg