Supervisor, Material Planning and Procurement

Supervisor, Material Planning and Procurement (Non-Union)

Full-time, 35 hours/ week, Hybrid

At Alectra, we're not just about powering communities; we're about empowering our people. We prioritize well-being through a culture that fosters collaboration, innovation and continuous growth. We believe in providing a supportive and inclusive environment where everyone can thrive and make an impact.

Are you a strategic thinker with a passion for optimizing material planning and procurement processes? Do you have expertise in Excel and data analysis, with the ability to tell compelling stories from data insights?

The Supervisor, Material Planning & Procurement at Alectra is responsible for leading and supporting the planning and procurement of inventory materials essential for our construction needs. This role focuses on optimizing and scheduling materials to ensure excellent customer service, material availability, and reliability. Collaborating with both internal and external stakeholders, you will ensure the timely supply and fulfillment of materials to meet schedules, key stocking strategies, and department initiatives.

What you'll do

Material Planning

• Oversee the development and implementation of a Material Planning & Scheduling Strategy, incorporating forecasts to ensure material availability.
• Conduct research and investigate availability for key equipment.
• Prepare, analyze, and present reports, findings, and proposals.

Procurement and Inventory Management

• Manage inventory to ensure optimal levels in a cost-effective manner.
• Monitor supplier trends to ensure timely fulfillment of materials and recommend improvements to enhance efficiencies.
• Ensure ongoing awareness and communication of the commodities market.

Stakeholder Engagement and Relationship Management

• Participate in internal and external meetings to identify potential challenges in material fulfillment.
• Build and maintain relationships with internal stakeholders and preferred suppliers to ensure key equipment is appropriately planned.
• Work closely with business stakeholders and suppliers to resolve issues and support high material fulfillment levels.

Process Improvement and Innovation

• Identify opportunities to streamline or automate processes to continuously improve service levels.
• Manage processes related to Inter-company Branch Transfers, Cycle Counts, Expired Materials, Safety Stock, Inventory Adjustments, and Product Reclassifications.
• Lead investigations and corrective action plans for material shortages.

Team Leadership and Development

• Plan, organize, and supervise daily activities of direct reports in support of departmental initiatives.
• Evaluate the performance of direct reports and provide training and development opportunities.
• Administer Collective Agreement terms and represent management in grievance resolution.

Operational Excellence and Compliance

• Maintain budget responsibility and signing authority according to established policy.
• Provide input into department goals and objectives.
• Lead or participate in departmental projects and key initiatives to ensure quality and timely completion.
• Ensure compliance with legislative, regulatory, and Health & Safety policies, procedures, and standards

Corporate Values and Conduct: Demonstrate professional conduct and align with Alectra's core values of safety, teamwork, and customer focus.

Other Duties: Perform additional tasks as assigned to support operational objectives

Who you are

Education & Technical Knowledge

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Engineering, or equivalent.
• CSCMP designation or advanced enrollment is an asset.
• APICS or SCMA enrollment is an asset.
• Strong knowledge of procurement concepts and financial analysis.
• Advanced knowledge of inventory management and MS Office applications.

Experience

• Minimum 5 years of related experience in an inventory and procurement management role.
• Experience in performing extensive analysis and generating detailed reports.
• Experience in Material Planning and Expediting is an asset.
• Experience in a unionized utility environment is an asset.

Skills/Abilities/Competencies

• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills with the ability to provide practical and innovative solutions.
• Effective leadership, change management, supervisory, and delegation skills, with attention to detail and organization.
• Ability to build and maintain collaborative working relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Strong written and presentation skills, with the ability to explain technical information concisely.
• Ability to plan, prioritize, and execute multiple projects within established timelines.
• Must hold and maintain a valid class "G" driver's license.

Where you will work

• Hybrid: This role is based in a hybrid environment, allowing for a mix of remote and in-office work to support team collaboration and business needs.

Who we are

As the largest municipally owned electric utility in Canada, we are committed to growing, evolving and remaining innovative to build a sustainable and brighter future. Our values set us apart and are our fundamental beliefs about our organization:

Safety: Stay aware, prevent risks and protect each other.

Respect: Value everyone, act honestly and foster inclusion.

Customer Focus: Be reliable, anticipate needs and deliver exceptional solutions with care.

Excellence: Elevate performance, embrace diversity and deliver quality through collaboration.

Innovation: Drive growth by embracing change, creativity and continuous improvement.

Here's why Alectra might be your ideal workplace:

• We offer comprehensive benefits. From health and wellness programs to financial security though our Defined Benefit Pension Plan - we offer a robust benefits package that supports you and your family.
• We invest in your career development. At Alectra, we care about our team's future through offering ongoing trainings, mentorship and learning opportunities.
• We care about you work-life balance. Understanding that taking time off is essential to employee well-being, sustained productivity and high performance, we offer the following:
  • Time off: At Alectra, we offer various time off options for our employees including vacation time, personal days, milestone parental leave top-up, volunteer days and bereavement days.
  • Disconnecting from work: We prioritize your well-being through our "Disconnect from Work" policy which ensures you can maintain a healthy work-life balance.
  • Hybrid work environment (if applicable): Based on operational requirements, we offer flexible working arrangements that include working remotely or on-site.

At Alectra, your unique contributions matter and help drive our collective success to a more sustainable and brighter future.

Ready to Apply?

If this sounds like you and gets you excited, we'd love to hear from you! Simply click the apply button to submit your resume and take the first step toward joining our team,

At Alectra, we celebrate diversity and are committed to an inclusive recruitment process that honours the dignity and independence of all applicants. If you require accommodation during the process, please contact careers@alectrautilities.com. We will work with you to ensure your needs are being met to the point of undue hardship.

Thank you for your interest in building a career with us. While we appreciate all applicants, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Please note: We kindly request no unsolicited resumes or agency referrals. Alectra does not accept resumes from recruitment agencies for any open positions unless a valid contract is in place.