Supply Chain Specialist

The Supply Chain Specialist focuses on improving the performance, efficiency, and maturity of end-to-end supply chain processes. This role supports continuous improvement, standardization, and data-driven decision-making across planning, procurement, logistics, and inventory management.

Working closely with the National Supply Chain Manager, the role contributes to supply chain transformation initiatives, process optimization, and the deployment of best practices across GF Canada and global networks.

Key Responsibilities

Digital/System Optimization and Master Data accuracy:

· Support implementation and optimization of ERP and planning tools (SAP, BI, AI)

· Promote automation and advances analytics (develop dashboards, predictive models and reporting tools)

· Drive root cause analysis

· Ensure integrity of order data and master data within ERP systems (material and supplier data)

Inventory analysis and planning

· Support S&OP process (governance, tools) and alignment across functions

· Analyze inventory performance and contribute to optimization of stock levels and service performance

· Monitor vendor performance and support escalation processes when required

· Work closely with warehouse, production, sales, and procurement teams to ensure smooth flow of materials and information

· Support cross-functional alignment on planning, inventory, and operational priorities

· Proactively identify supply chain risks related to order execution and propose mitigation actions

· Develop dashboards, reports, and KPI tracking (OTIF, inventory turns, forecast accuracy, supplier performance)

· Support initiatives related to inventory segmentation, working capital optimization, and supply chain strategy execution

Risk Management & Continuous Improvement:

· Monitor supply chain performance and identify opportunities for improvement

· Lead or support continuous improvement initiatives and process standardization efforts

· Contribute to supply chain transformation projects (digitalization, process redesign, optimization initiatives)

· Support data-driven decision-making through root cause analysis and corrective actions

· Promote a culture of continuous improvement, efficiency, and operational excellence

Required Qualifications:

· Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, business administration or a related field.

· Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in supply chain planning or operations within an industrial or service- oriented environment.

· SAP super user capability required

· Experience creating reports and dashboards in BI tools

· Very strong Microsoft Excel skills and Enterprise Resource Management software (ERP) principles

· Excellent problem-solving, communication, and organizational skills.

· Ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams and manage competing priorities.

· Knowledge of Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP)

· Ability to work independently and manage tasks in a fast-paced environment.

· Strong attention to detail and focus on customer satisfaction.