Job Posting Title: Supply Chain Manager- Hybrid (3 days on-site)
Location: 105 – 95 Barber Greene Road, North York, ON, M3C 3E9
Overview:
Connect America and our family of brands, including Lifeline Canada, have helped aging individuals and at-risk populations live safely and independently in their homes for 50 years.
Since 1974, more than 700,000 Canadian subscribers have benefitted from Lifeline. Today, our range of medical alert services provides patients with access to help at home or on the go.
At Lifeline Canada, our mission is to support our growing senior population, and their goals to age in place. The Lifeline service plays an important role in the transition from hospital to home to support independent at-risk seniors, as well as patients with chronic conditions. For more information regarding Lifeline Canada, please visit us at https://www.lifeline.ca/en/
Purpose:
This is an opportunity to build and shape the supply chain function for our Canadian operations from the ground up. You will have a direct impact on operational efficiency, cost management, and overall business performance, while working in a dynamic and collaborative environment. As a Supply Chain Manager, you will provide dedicated leadership and accountability for operations, play a critical role in optimizing inventory management, enhancing operational efficiency, and driving cost savings across our supply chain activities in Canada.
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage on-hand inventory levels and ensure accurate reporting through regular cycle counts.
- Develop, implement, and adhere to robust ordering protocols to support business needs and reduce excess inventory.
- Forecast demand and inventory requirements across multiple product lines and vendors/manufacturers.
- Identify and execute cost-saving initiatives, including freight optimization and refurbishment opportunities.
- Oversee freight utilization and ensure efficient, cost-effective logistics solutions.
- Lead cross-functional initiatives focused on continuous improvement and operational excellence.
- Develop and maintain strong relationships with vendors, manufacturers, and internal teams.
- Create and maintain equipment and freight forecasts and ensure accountability to those forecasts.
- Act as the primary point of contact for all supply chain-related activities within Canada.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree required, preferably in Supply Chain Management, Operations, Business, or a related field.
- Minimum of 4 years of experience in supply chain management.
- Background in medical devices or technology devices strongly preferred.
- Proven ability to develop and implement process improvements and cost-saving strategies.
- Strong analytical skills and experience in forecasting and inventory management.
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills; ability to work cross-functionally and drive initiatives forward.
- Self-starter with the ability to think outside the box and work independently.
Why join our team
Lifeline offers a competitive salary, benefits including group life insurance, accident insurance plan, extended health care, dental plan, incoming protection program, employee support program, group RRSP, pension plan, learning and development program.
Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. If selected to participate in the recruitment process, please inform Human Resources ([email protected]) of any accommodation(s) that you may require to any materials or processes used to ensure your equal participation.
