This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for an Associate Director, Strategy, Global Supply Chain - Wellbeing Collective based in Canada.
This is a high-impact strategic leadership role focused on transforming and optimizing a global supply chain network within a fast-evolving, consumer-centric environment. The position operates at the intersection of strategy, operations, analytics, and technology, driving end-to-end supply chain transformation initiatives across multiple markets. You will act as a key deputy to senior leadership, helping define and execute the future operating model for a large-scale wellbeing-focused supply chain. The role requires strong cross-functional collaboration with commercial, operations, and regional teams to align growth priorities with network design and execution. You will lead complex transformation programs spanning sourcing, manufacturing, distribution, and capability building. This is a highly visible position where your decisions directly influence cost efficiency, scalability, sustainability, and service performance across global operations.
Accountabilities:
- Lead the design and execution of global supply chain transformation strategies, ensuring alignment with growth priorities, operational excellence, and long-term scalability across markets.
- Drive network design, sourcing decisions, and make-vs-buy analysis while shaping the future operating model of manufacturing and distribution ecosystems.
- Partner with senior leaders across commercial, sales, marketing, and operations to align demand assumptions, growth forecasts, and strategic supply chain planning.
- Oversee and implement large-scale transformation initiatives including insourcing, network consolidation, and third-party transitions.
- Identify and deliver productivity opportunities through cost structure deep dives, analytics, and process optimization initiatives.
- Champion the adoption of advanced technologies and capabilities such as automation, data-driven planning, and next-generation supply chain tools.
- Establish governance, documentation, and clear communication frameworks for strategic initiatives and organizational change programs.
- Lead cross-functional project management efforts, ensuring execution quality, milestone delivery, and measurable impact across initiatives.
Requirements
This role requires a seasoned supply chain and strategy leader with deep expertise in large-scale transformation and network optimization. The ideal candidate brings strong analytical capabilities, leadership experience, and the ability to influence complex stakeholder environments across global organizations.
- 8+ years of experience in supply chain, operations, finance, engineering, network planning, or capacity strategy roles in complex organizations.
- Proven track record in supply chain transformation, network design, and large-scale operational improvement programs.
- Strong experience in analytics, modeling, and data-driven decision-making to support strategic planning and execution.
- Demonstrated leadership experience managing teams and driving cross-functional initiatives in matrixed environments.
- Ability to translate business strategy into operational supply chain models and executable transformation roadmaps.
- Strong stakeholder management and influencing skills across senior leadership, commercial, and operational teams.
- Experience with project management of complex, multi-stream initiatives in global or multi-market contexts.
- Advanced degree in Business, Engineering, Finance, Operations, or related field preferred; MBA considered an asset.
- Strong communication skills with the ability to simplify complex topics and drive alignment at executive level.
- Willingness to travel internationally as needed to support strategic initiatives.
Benefits
- Competitive compensation package including base salary aligned with senior leadership roles in Canada
- Performance-based bonus eligibility and long-term incentive opportunities
- Comprehensive health and wellness coverage including medical, dental, and vision benefits
- Paid vacation, holidays, and flexible time-off policies
- Remote-first flexibility within Canada with support for work-life integration
- Parental leave and family support programs
- Retirement savings plans and financial wellbeing benefits
- Learning, development, and leadership growth opportunities
- Access to tools, resources, and programs supporting professional upskilling and innovation exposure.
How Jobgether works:
We use an AI-powered matching process to ensure your application is reviewed quickly, objectively, and fairly against the role's core requirements. Our system identifies the top-fitting candidates, and this shortlist is then shared directly with the hiring company. The final decision and next steps (interviews, assessments) are managed by their internal team.
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