Reports To:Director, Research & DevelopmentLocation:Hamilton, ONThe pay range for the role is $75,300 to $125,300 plus bonus, comprehensive advantages, retirement savings plan, paid vacation, and other perks and opportunities.Role SummaryThe BOM Governance & Process Lead is responsible for overseeing and governing the end-to-end Bill of Materials (BOM) lifecycle within Research and Development and across cross-functional teams. This position is accountable for establishing and maintaining stable BOM processes and ensuring that product data is accurate, complete, controlled, and ready to support execution.Key ResponsibilitiesBOM Lifecycle Ownership & ControlAct as the gatekeeper for BOM creation and modificationsEnsure adherence to workflows, timelines, and documentation standardsMaintain consistency in BOM structures and templatesWorkflow Governance & ExecutionManage intake, prioritization, and tracking BOM requestsEnsure completeness of all inputs prior to workflow progressionDrive follow-ups and ensure timely approvalsMaintain visibility of BOM status across stakeholdersPrevent release of incomplete or unapproved BOMsChange Control & Release ManagementGovern BOM revision control and change documentationEnsure traceability and proper version controlValidate release readinessCompleteness & structural accuracyalignment with specificationsSupport audit readiness and documentation controlCross-Functional CoordinationAct as the central coordination point across: R&D;, Operations, QA / Regulatory, Finance, Procurement,



Master Data / IT.Ensure correct engagement and alignment across functionsResolve ownership gaps and data inconsistenciesData Integrity & System AlignmentEnsure accuracy and integrity of BOM data across systems (D365, Optiva, SharePoint)Maintain version control and traceabilityValidate:formulation-to-manufacturing alignmentmass balance and yield consistencyAlign formulation data with system recordsIdentify process gaps and inefficienciesStandardize templates, workflows, and data practicesReduce cycle time, rework, and manual dependenciesImprove compliance with defined processesCollaborate with IT/Digital teams on improvement and support workflow automation integrationContribute to development of tracking and validation toolsSupport analysis of BOM data to identify:Contribute to cost visibility and operational improvementsDecision Rights & AuthorityAuthorized to hold, return, or reject incomplete BOM requestsEnsures no BOM is released without proper validation and approvalsEscalates delays, gaps, and unresolved issuesActs as process authority for BOM governanceSuccess in this role:BOM Cycle Time (Request to Release) The speed at which BOMs are processed from request to final release, with a focus on consistent cycle time reduction.First-Time-Right Accuracy Rate — The percentage of BOMs approved without correction or resubmission,



reflecting quality and attention to detail.Data Completeness Compliance — The rate at which submitted BOMs contain all required fields, attributes, and documentation prior to submission.BOM Validation Standards Compliance — The proportion of BOMs that successfully pass internal validation checks against defined standards.Rework and Error Reduction — The measurable reduction of BOM-related rework and downstream errors over time through proactive root cause resolution.System Consistency (Formulation vs. ERP) — The rate of data discrepancies between the formulation system and ERP platform, with success defined as maintaining a single source of truth.Qualifications, Skills & ExperienceBachelor’s degree in food science, Engineering, or related field8-10 years’ experience in similar function; process manufacturing (food/dairy preferred)Experience with BOM, formulation, or product data managementERP experience (D365 preferred)Strong cross-functional team communications, analytical & problem solving skillsStrong process governance mindsetHigh attention to detail and data accuracyStrong coordination and organizational skillsAbility to manage multiple workflowsGay Lea Foods is an equal‑opportunity employer and values diversity in our workplace.Reasonable accommodation is available upon request throughout our recruitment and selection process.Gay Lea Foods may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support aspects of the recruitment process, including screening and assessment.We are currently accepting applications for this open position.#J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Bill Of Materials (Bom) Governance & Process Lead - C$75,300 - C$125,300 A Year (Winnipeg)
🏢 Gay Lea Foods
📍 Winnipeg