Director of Supply Chain

Mississauga, ON

Job ID 10565

Company Description

Our client is a leading food manufacturing company, dedicated to creating high-quality, innovative products for consumers. They focus on excellence, food safety, and delivering exceptional value while fostering a collaborative and dynamic work environment.

Compensation

• $135,000 to $155,000 base salary
• Comprehensive benefit offerings

* The stated compensation range reflects the full scope of the role as currently structured and is provided in accordance with pay transparency requirements. Offers are determined based on relevant experience, demonstrated skills, internal equity, and alignment with the role’s requirements. The upper end of the range is typically reserved for candidates who fully meet all requirements and qualifications outlined in this posting and the official job description.

Position Description

The Director of Supply Chain is responsible for leading and optimizing end-to-end supply chain operations within a fast-paced food manufacturing environment. This role oversees planning, procurement, production scheduling, inventory management, logistics, and distribution to ensure efficient, cost-effective, and compliant delivery of products to customers.

The ideal candidate is a strategic and hands-on leader with deep experience in food manufacturing supply chains, strong operational acumen, and a proven ability to drive continuous improvement, service excellence, and cross-functional alignment.

Key responsibilities include:

• Developing and executing end-to-end supply chain strategy aligned with growth, capacity, and customer demand
• Leading and developing teams across planning, procurement, logistics, and warehouse operations
• Establishing and monitoring KPIs to drive performance, efficiency, and accountability
• Partnering with senior leadership on long-term planning and capacity expansion
• Overseeing demand planning and production scheduling to maintain optimal inventory levels
• Aligning supply with Sales, Marketing, and Operations forecasts and demand shifts
• Ensuring production schedules match plant capacity and raw material availability
• Managing procurement of raw materials, packaging, and indirect spend
• Building and maintaining strong supplier relationships focused on quality, cost, and reliability
• Negotiating contracts and oversee vendor performance, compliance, and risk management
• Leading logistics, warehousing, and transportation operations (inbound and outbound)
• Optimizing distribution networks for cost-effective and on-time delivery
• Ensuring compliance with food safety, cold chain, and regulatory requirements
• Driving inventory optimization to reduce waste, obsolescence, and working capital
• Monitoring and improve supply chain costs while maintaining service levels
• Implementing continuous improvement initiatives for efficiency gains
• Ensuring compliance with HACCP, CFIA, FDA, and other food safety standards
• Developing contingency and business continuity plans for supply disruptions
• Maintaining audit readiness across all supply chain functions
• Drive Lean, Six Sigma, and process optimization initiatives

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Operations, or related field
• 8-10 years of progressive supply chain experience, ideally in food manufacturing or FMCG
• Strong experience in end-to-end supply chain leadership roles
• Proven track record of leading teams and managing cross-functional operations
• Deep understanding of demand planning, procurement, logistics, and inventory management
• Knowledge of food safety standards and regulatory compliance requirements

Key Competencies:

• Strategic thinking with strong operational execution
• Leadership and team development
• Strong negotiation and supplier management skills
• Data-driven decision making
• Problem-solving in high-pressure environments
• Cross-functional collaboration and stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Operations, or related field.

Additional Information

Date Posted: April 24, 2026

Job Type: On-Site, Permanent, Full-Time

Industries: Food and Beverage

Job Categories: Manufacturing/Production/Operations

Manages Others: Yes

Required Travel: No

Relocation Assistance: No

Learn More About the Recruiter

Syeda Saher, SHRM-CP

Syeda brings a wealth of recruiting experience to the forefront, skillfully navigating the intricacies of talent acquisition across diverse industries and functions. Her unwavering commitment to excellence infuses a personal touch into every engagement, while identifying talent that not only fits the role but also seamlessly integrates into the cultural fabric, becoming an integral part of the organization’s success story.

How to Apply

Please click on the “Apply” button located elsewhere on this job posting (preferred) or email your resume to:
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Existing Vacancy

This is a critical role within the organization and, following the recruitment and selection process, the selected candidate should expect to receive an offer promptly.

Use of Artificial Intelligence

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About Stoakley-Stewart Consultants

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