Supervisor, Procurement

Building the space between proven and possible, MDA Space (TSX:MDA) is a trusted mission partner to the global space industry. A robotics, satellite systems and geointelligence pioneer with a 55-year+ story of world firsts and more than 450 missions, MDA Space is a global leader in communications satellites, Earth and space observation, and space exploration and infrastructure. The MDA Space team of more than 3,000 space experts in Canada, the US and the UK has the knowledge and know-how to turn an audacious customer vision into an achievable mission – bringing to bear a one-of-a-kind mix of experience, engineering excellence and wide-eyed wonder that’s been in our DNA since day one. For those who dream big and push boundaries on the ground and in the stars to change the world for the better, we’ll take you there.

Are you ready to launch the next stage of your career in the new space economy? We would love to hear from you!

We’re on the hunt for a Supervisor Procurement on our Satellite systems team at our Montreal office.

As the leading global independent commercial supplier of antennas, payloads, and electronics for communication and radar satellites, our team has successfully contributed to hundreds of missions in the past 60 years. With an extensive heritage in a wide range of solutions delivered to customers globally, our Satellite Systems team continues to grow and evolve on the ground and in the stars.

We’re a dream team of purpose-driven, collaborative and passionate people, and we are constantly looking for others to join #TeamMDA to ignite new and innovative approaches to problem-solving that push us forward to improve life on and above Earth. If you’re excited to expand our place in space and driven to inspire the next generation, we’ll take you there.

We have entered a new era of exploration and development, and MDA welcomes all who yearn to suit up and be part of it. An equal opportunity employer prizing diversity, integrity and collaboration, we are committed to growing MDA’s and Canada’s leadership in this next golden age.

Role:

The Supervisor, Procurement assists the Manager, Procurement in managing the activities of the department. He/she assists in developing and maintaining a workforce with the key technical skills necessary to ensure the successful execution and delivery of the company's products and projects. In addition, the incumbent manages aspects of the overall department operations including resource management, planning, reporting, processes, metrics and proposal support.

 

Tasks:

Management of individuals:

• Supervise a team of buyer-planners;
• Coordinate and oversee material planning and procurement activities according to established processes and performance indicators;
• Provide coaching and training to buyer-planners and recommend additional training when necessary;
• Participate in the recruitment process and performance reviews of buyer-planners.

Program Management:

• Identify program or process related procurement risks and issues, analyze alternatives and develop viable recommendations;
• Proactively communicate and escalate quality, delivery and cost related procurement issues to the appropriate level;
• Monitor the progress of the procurement process in the relevant area;

Supplier Management:

• Build and maintain long-term relationships with preferred suppliers;
• Identify, anticipate and manage supplier risks;
• Prospect and select suppliers who can meet the company's strategic needs;

Process development and continuous improvement:

• Participate in various mandates for improvement and implementation of new procedures;
• Participate and encourage the implementation of best practices, in material planning and procurement that promote operational efficiency, quality and on-time delivery.
• Participate in Operations visioning exercises and lead improvement initiatives
• Support internal and external audits and ensure corrective actions are implemented as required.

Department Management:

• Assist the manager in planning and monitoring the department's budget.
• Develop and implement strategies to maintain and improve performance indicators for material planning, procurement and vendor management.
• Assist the Manager in workforce planning, including reviewing and planning staff assignments and proposing solutions to conflicts and constraints.
• Perform other duties as required, including but not limited to leading and supporting proposals and managing small projects or portions of projects.
• Provide guidance and ensures proper application and adherence to general company policies and processes by department personnel.

 

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in business administration
• 10 years of experience in a procurement department
• Knowledge of electronic and mechanical technologies involved in the production of space hardware
• Good understanding of ERP planning logic and tools
• Advanced computer skills, including Excel
• Superior analytical, communication and interpersonal skills aimed at managing changing priorities under tight deadlines
• Sense of urgency and strong problem solving and decision making skills
• Bilingual, French and English (spoken and written)

 

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Special Considerations:

Successful candidates must obtain and hold security clearance at the reliability status level, and pass security assessment for the Controlled Goods Program (CGP) and ITAR.

Benefits statement:

MDA provides competitive compensation and benefits packages for its employees at all locations. As a team member of MDA, you and your qualified dependents are eligible to participate in a benefit plan that ensures a comprehensive level of protection through competitive health care including; extended healthcare and flexible drug plans, dental and vision benefits, disability income protection, life insurance, group retirement savings plans; and an employee and family assistance program.

Equal opportunity statement:

MDA Ltd. is proud to provide accommodation(s) during the recruitment process.  Should you require any accommodations, please indicate this on your application/cover letter and we will work with you to meet your accessibility needs.