Supply Chain Team Leader

Stelia Aerospace North America Inc•Lunenburg, NS

1d•Onsite

About The Position

At STELIA North America, we are offering the opportunity for a career that is out of this world! We are looking for a dynamic leader to join our Quality Assurace Team in beautiful Lunenburg, NS. An affiliate of the Airbus Group of Companies, STELIA is an aerospace and defense company specializing in the design, development, and manufacturing of composite components and assemblies. Headquartered in Lunenburg, Nova Scotia, and with a site in Mirabel, Quebec, we operate in more than 150,000 sq feet of facilities dedicated to operations, manufacturing and administration.

Requirements

A University Degree in Business, Supply Chain or Engineering or suitable combination of education and related experience
Minimum of 5 years of progressive supply chain and/or contract management experience
Experience in a supervisory/leadership role is an asset
Ability to make timely decisions while understanding and mitigating risk
Experience working in ERP/MRB systems
Strong proficiency in Excel and comfort working with BI tools.
Effective time management and organizational skills
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Strong interpersonal and negotiation skills
Ability to work & collaborate with key stakeholders across the business, including Programs, Finance, Engineering, Quality, Warehouse and Production.
Ability to demonstrate business acumen and judgment to understand and relay procurement requirements across internal and external customers.

Nice To Haves

A strategic thinker who identifies procurement challenges and drives cost-effective solutions.
A relationship builder who fosters trust with suppliers and cross-functional teams.
Detail-oriented with a sharp eye for accuracy in purchasing and supplier evaluations.
Data-driven and confident using ERP systems and analytics tools to inform decisions.
A skilled negotiator who handles complex procurement scenarios with professionalism.
Committed to growth, always seeking to learn and improve through training and collaboration.
A Strong communicator with analytical and organizational skills to support efficient manufacturing operations.

Responsibilities

Oversee the procurement/supply chain process for the Stelia procurement team
Provide leadership and oversight, while supporting process and/or people development, and ensuring consistent execution
Be the first point of escalation related to material shortages impacting Production
Monitor the delivery for Line Stopped materials, and ensure timely release to Production
Oversee Supplier Recovery Plans and risk mitigation
Drive supplier engagement, RFQs, pricing analysis, and PO placement with precision and urgency
Communicate supply issues that may pose a risk or impact on business targets or customer expectations
Attend daily production meetings and provide comprehensive updates to mitigate any/all material risks
Escalate relevant issues to SC Manager and Planning Manager as needed
Manage Line Stop tracking and resolution for procurement activities
Develop ideas and strategies to improve operational efficiency, aid business performance and work towards a strategy of continuous improvement
Work with suppliers and internal teams to resolve price, quality, delivery and invoice issues
Facilitate Quarterly Business Reviews with key suppliers, sharing performance metrics and feedback
Develop, maintain and manage supplier relationships and ensure good communication with all critical suppliers
Use data to optimize decisions, identify risks, and elevate performance

Benefits

Comprehensive Flexible Benefits including Health and Dental, Health Care Spending Account
Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
Life Insurance
Dependent Life Insurance
Company Matched Pension Plan
Group RRSP
Group TFSA
Paid Personal Days
12 Company Holidays
Employee Family Assistance Program
Out of Country Travel Insurance
Shares Purchase Plan
Free on-site parking
Employee Social Events
Learning & Development Programs