Job Description

At STERIS, we help our Customers create a healthier and safer world by providing innovative healthcare and life science product and service solutions around the globe.Position SummaryThe Senior Supply Chain Manager in our project-driven manufacturing environment is responsible for strategically sourcing materials, optimizing shipping logistics, and managing critical relationships suppliers. With a focus on risk mitigation, lean principles, and operational excellence, the role ensures timely and cost-effective delivery of materials to meet project timelines and organizational objectives. Strong negotiation, communication, and leadership skills as well as team spirit are necessary to succeed in this role.Duties

• Develop and implement supply chain strategies tailored to our demand-driven environment. Prioritize real-time demand signals over traditional forecasts, ensuring agility in response to fluctuating needs.
• Proactively identify, assess, and manage potential risks in the supply chain. Develop robust contingency plans to address disruptions, shortages, and unforeseen challenges, ensuring minimal impact on production timelines. Manage critical relationships with single-sourced suppliers, placing a strong emphasis on risk mitigation strategies.
• Implement strategies that enhance operational flexibility, allowing the supply chain to adapt swiftly to fluctuations in demand. Utilize agile methodologies to adjust production schedules, inventory levels, and supplier relationships in response to project needs.
• Lead, mentor, and inspire a high-performing team, promoting a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous learning. Encourage an environment of open discussion and constructive argumentation, fostering a safe and collaborative space that results in informed decision-making and a cohesive work environment.
• Implement personalized training and development programs to enhance team members\' skills and capabilities, empowering each team member to reach their full potential within the organization. Encourage a positive and inclusive team environment that values diversity, embraces new perspectives.
• Collaborate seamlessly with other departments, emphasizing the importance of real-time communication and coordination.
• Establish and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) related to supply chain performance, ensuring continuous improvement with Lean principles and alignment with organizational goals.
• Collaborate closely with project managers to ensure seamless coordination of supply chain activities with project timelines. Anticipate potential risks and challenges, implementing proactive solutions to maintain project momentum and optimize logistics processes.
• Achieve and exceed on-time delivery targets by implementing efficient planning, monitoring, and execution strategies in sourcing, warehousing, and shipping logistics.

Required Experience

• 19 years experience in Supply chain management in a project-driven manufacturing environment
• Bachelor's Degree, preferred.
• In-depth knowledge of demand-driven supply chain principles, risk mitigation strategies, and lean manufacturing.
• Experience with inventory costing and inventory control.
• Ability to lead, motivate and manage teams effectively.
• Having implemented an ERP is a strong asset.
• Experience working in a fast-paced environment and with changing priorities, adapting quickly to evolving situations.

STERIS is a leading global provider of products and services that support patient care with an emphasis on infection prevention. WE HELP OUR CUSTOMERS CREATE A HEALTHIER AND SAFER WORLD by providing innovative healthcare, life sciences and dental products and services. STERIS is a $5 billion, publicly traded (NYSE: STE) company with approximately 17,000 associates and Customers in more than 100 countries.STERIS strives to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. STERIS is committed to treating all people in a way that allows them to maintain their dignity and independence. We believe in integration and equal opportunity. Accommodations are available throughout the recruitment process and applicants with a disability may request to be accommodated throughout the recruitment process. We will work with all applicants to accommodate their individual accessibility needs.Req ID: 44944Job Category: Supply Chain ManagementStittsville, ON, CA, K2S1B4

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