Direct aerospace and naval supply chain development at BDC, connecting Prime Contractors, Tier-1 suppliers, and Canadian SMEs through strategic partnerships.

This Vice President leads a team of defence supply chain experts and oversees the Defence Supply Chain Development Platform. The position strengthens participation in strategic supply chains, including uncrewed vehicles and Arctic capabilities. You will align ecosystem relationships with financing and advisory support for Canadian entrepreneurs. The AVP, Financing – Defence Sector, and their team report directly to this position.

Key Responsibilities:

- Lead BDC’s Defence Supply Chain Development Platform
- Foster Prime Contractor and Tier-1 strategic partnerships
- Advance SME readiness and supply chain participation




- Identify high-value defence supply chain opportunities
- Generate economic and strategic impact through coordinated support

Requirements:

- 15+ years in a defence supply chain function
- Military or commercial aerospace or naval experience
- Knowledge of industrial participation requirements
- Understanding of Prime and Tier-1 supply chain processes
- Secret security clearance and satisfactory investigation results

Lead BDC’s defence platform with aerospace, naval, partnership, and supply chain expertise supporting Canadian SMEs.

📌 Aerospace Naval Supply Chain Executive (Canada)
🏢 Nameless
📍 Canada