Job Description

About IGV Housing

IGV Housing is transforming the way homes are built in Canada. As the country's first true Hybrid Construction System, IGV combines the speed and efficiency of off-site manufacturing with the flexibility of on-site construction to deliver homes up to 50% faster, with 80% less waste, and up to 50% more affordably.

Through our SmartCore(TM) and PrecisionBuilt(TM) systems, we offer fully integrated, scalable housing solutions that deliver cost certainty, design flexibility, and unmatched quality. IGV Housing exists to meet the urgent demand for smarter, faster, and greener residential construction--building homes that are ready for tomorrow.

Summary of Position:

Our Supply Chain Manager is critical to the success of our operations and play a key role in ensuring we deliver our homes on time, every time. You will be responsible for procurement activities supporting our Delivery and Installation Teams, Customer Care, and, as required, manufacturing procurement operations.

As IGV Housing grows and our role as Principal Contractor expands, this position will also support construction site activities by producing accurate material take-offs, budgets, and schedules.

Success in this role requires excellent communication skills--both face to face and by phone--combined with a persuasive, tenacious, and thorough approach. You'll have an eye for detail and the curiosity to build an in-depth knowledge of our homes and everything it takes to manufacture and deliver them.

You'll also be involved in managing and maintaining fleet operations, plant and equipment records, site Bills of Materials, and operational cards (JES / OPS). Engaging and enthusiastic, you'll be keen to add value across the business and be part of shaping our future.

Main Duties / Accountability:

Procure materials and place orders to ensure delivery in line with:
- Standard company operating procedures

- Standard conditions of purchase

- Cost and profit improvement targets

- Required quality, quantity, and delivery timelines

Develop scheme-specific material budgets for project start-up Track material cost fluctuations and highlight changes to the commercial team Maintain detailed procurement records and organized schedules Prepare and contribute to cost reports to improve business efficiency Support Accounts with prompt resolution of invoice queries Contribute to developing improved purchasing processes and procedures Participate in Supply Chain meetings and forums to share updates and build capability Build and maintain strong supplier relationships, including local and Indigenous suppliers where possible Actively contribute to enhancing regional profitability Help establish IGV Housing as an industry leader in supply chain management

Primary Responsibilities:

Provide a professional, efficient, and effective material scheduling and purchasing function Place bulk call-off orders and ad hoc purchase orders to meet project requirements Resolve supplier issues to ensure timely delivery of materials Support implementation of strategic framework agreements Engage with customer-facing teams to verify sales order information Order and track materials to achieve just-in-time delivery aligned with production plans Collaborate with the production team to ensure materials and information are in place to meet build schedules Work with the wider supply chain team to identify and correct deviations so that homes are produced on time and to specification every time Build and maintain a Preferred Supplier List across tiers 1, 2, and 3, securing competitive pricing Maintain accurate records of fleet, operational cards, plant, and equipment

Qualifications & Training:

No formal education required for the right candidate Post-secondary education in supply chain, business administration, or a related field an asset CIPS or SCMP certification (qualified, part-qualified, or willing to pursue) preferred Excellent written and verbal communication skills, F2f and by phone/video conference

Experience:

Preferred candidate has a strong construction background with solid network of wholesale suppliers in lumber, mechanical, electrical and finishings Minimum 2 years in a purchasing, procurement, or supply chain management role Experience working in a production or manufacturing environment is an asset Experience with ERP systems is essential Experience working with complex, multi-level Bills of Materials (BOMs), particularly where replenishment quantities vary from BOM, is desirable Familiarity with WorkSafeBC regulations and site safety requirements is an asset Promote local sourcing and Indigenous procurement initiatives where possible Support sustainability objectives through responsible sourcing and waste minimization

Qualities & Attitude:

Confident, approachable, respectful communicator Enthusiastic and tenacious with a keen eye for detail Quick to learn new products and processes Flexible and adaptable to different demands as our business grows Committed to IGV Housing's values of sustainability, inclusion, and community impact

Our Mission

IGV Housing accelerates the delivery of high-quality, sustainable homes by harnessing innovation, advanced manufacturing, and a streamlined supply chain, enabling builders, developers, municipalities, and First Nations to build faster and more affordably with greater certainty.

Our Purpose

We envision a future where high-quality housing is built affordably, faster, greener, and with greater predictability and certainty.

Our Core Values

Built to Last: We take pride in precision, ensuring every home meets the highest standards of quality and durability. Solutions Driven: We engineer solutions. Our drive for constant improvement & creative problem-solving pushes us to rethink what's possible in housing. Efficient by Design: We maximize resources, minimize waste, and streamline processes to deliver smarter, faster housing solutions. Sustainable Excellence: Every home we build is future-ready, energy-efficient, and built to last. Sustainability isn't an add-on; it's embedded in everything we do. Accountability in Action: We take ownership of our work, ensuring reliability, transparency, and follow-through in every project. Safety First: We prioritize a safe, secure work environment for our team, partners, and future homeowners.
Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $68,000.00-$85,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Extended health care Paid time off
Application question(s):

Do you live in the Port Alberni area or are you willing to relocate?
Location:

Port Alberni, BC (preferred)
Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 2025-08-15
Expected start date: 2025-09-01