Plan and manage the flow of materials and finished goods across sourcing, production, warehousing, and delivery
Build demand forecasts and supply plans from sales data, market signals, and planning tools, including AI-assisted forecasting
Manage inventory to balance service levels, cost, and cash, and cut stockouts, excess stock, and obsolescence
Source and negotiate with suppliers, run supplier scorecards, and build backup sourcing so no single failure stops us
Manage cross-border shipments between Canada, the US, and overseas, including customs documentation, Incoterms, and CUSMA/USMCA origin requirements
Work with customs brokers, carriers, and freight forwarders to control transit time, duties, and landed cost
Model the impact of tariffs, duty changes, and trade disruptions, and recommend sourcing or routing changes
Place and track purchase orders, expedite critical shipments, and resolve delays and shortages
Work in ERP and planning systems such as SAP, Oracle, NetSuite, Microsoft Dynamics, Kinaxis, or Blue Yonder
Analyze data with Excel, SQL, Power BI, or Tableau to find savings, risks, and trends
Support sales and operations planning (S&OP;) so sales, finance, and operations work from one plan
Lead Lean and continuous improvement projects that remove waste and cost
Partner with procurement, manufacturing, quality, finance, and customer service teams
Level Typical experience What you’ll own
Supply Chain Specialist I - 0-2 years : Order management, expediting, inventory tracking, reporting, and shipment documentation, learning our network with a dedicated mentor
Supply Chain Specialist II - 2-5 years : Owning a product category, region, or supplier group; forecasting; supplier negotiations; cross-border compliance; leading improvement projects; mentoring
Senior Supply Chain Specialist - 5+ years : Leading planning and sourcing strategy,



managing key supplier relationships, driving cost and resilience initiatives, supporting S&OP;
Promotion criteria are written down at every level, with regular career conversations. Many of our specialists have moved into supply chain management, procurement leadership, trade compliance, and logistics and operations roles.
What you bring Must have Understanding of supply chain fundamentals: demand planning, inventory management, procurement, and logistics
Robust analytical skills and comfort with Excel (pivot tables, lookups, basic modeling)
Clear communication and negotiation skills with suppliers, carriers, and internal teams
Calm under pressure when shipments slip and deadlines tighten
Degree or diploma in Supply Chain Management, Business, Operations, Logistics, Industrial Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent experience. We value problem-solving over pedigree.
Internships, co-ops, warehouse or logistics experience, and military logistics experience all count
Legal authorization to work in Canada (citizens, permanent residents, and valid work permit holders)
Nice to have (not required)
Certifications or coursework: APICS CPIM, CSCP, CLTD, Lean Six Sigma, or the Supply Chain Management Association of Canada's SCMP designation (we support it)
Experience with ERP and planning tools (SAP, Oracle, Kinaxis, o9, Blue Yonder, Coupa)
Knowledge of CBSA customs processes, tariff classification, and import/export compliance
SQL, Power BI, Tableau, or Python for analysis
Experience with strategic sourcing, RFPs, contract negotiation, or total cost of ownership analysis
Familiarity with warehouse management (WMS) and transportation management (TMS) systems
Industry experience in [manufacturing, retail, CPG, healthcare, automotive, food and beverage, e-commerce, etc.]
Fluency in French, an asset for roles serving Quebec or bilingual partners [if applicable]

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📌 Supply Chain Specialist (Ontario)
🏢 SMARTFOX
📍 Ontario