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Associate Director, Supply & Inventory Planning

Location: 

Brampton, ON, CA, L6T 5M1 Calgary, AB, CA, T3N 1S5

Please note this role will work in a hybrid environment. The successful candidate will be working a mixture of on-site and off-site work based on the parameters for our operations to meet the needs of our donors, our staff and our communities. Currently, employees are expected to have an in-person presence for at least 60% of their work time. This requirement may vary depending upon circumstances.

 

Job category: Supply chain and logistics
Job posting ID: 8543

 

​Employment status: Regular full-time
 

Classification: MGMT
Salary/Rate of pay: $132,300 - 155,600

 

Application deadline: 2026-04-14 

 

Application requirements:

  • Your up-to-date resume.
  • We recommend you save a copy of the job posting for reference throughout the recruitment process.

 

Do you currently work for Canadian Blood Services? All employees must apply via the internal career page.

 

Together, the work we do connects people and changes lives — including your own. 

 

Be part of a dynamic, collaborative and caring organization committed to saving and improving lives. Thousands of patients depend on us every day for reliable access to safe blood, plasma, stem cells and organs and tissues.    

 

If you’re looking for a rewarding experience with a values and mission-driven team, join Canada’s Lifeline and discover a role where your work is meaningful, your purpose is clear, and your impact is felt every day. 

 

We acknowledge that the work of Canadian Blood Services spans many Territories and Treaty areas across the country, and we are grateful for the Traditional Knowledge Keepers and Elders who have guided us in this important work. We recognize the land and waters that have inspired our work and offer gratitude to those Indigenous peoples on whose territory we work, live and play.

 

About The Role: 
Canadian Blood Services is looking for a regular full-time Associate Director, Supply & Inventory Planning to join our dynamic Supply Chain division.  
 
In this role, you will lead the integrated supply chain planning team for Plasma Protein and Related Products (PPRP).  Plasma protein and related products are medications made from proteins in human plasma, or an alternative. Alternative proteins and molecules are created in a laboratory. Through DNA technology, some human proteins are copied, and other molecules are designed to function like human proteins. Medications made from these alternatives are called related products. Whether a product is made from human plasma or an alternative, its purpose is the same: to help save or improve the quality of someone’s life.

You will be accountable for all supply and inventory planning processes for this product line and will lead the development of plans to meet customer needs while achieving productivity, financial, and operational targets.  A critical role at the intersection of several national oversight functions, regional operations, and evolving strategies, the incumbent is also responsible for leading and/or representing the integrated supply chain in critical portfolio and organizational initiatives. 


Formula for success:    

Leads Integrated Supply Chain Planning for the PPRP portfolio: 

  • Leads supply and inventory planning processes for an evolving portfolio 

  • Develops and executes national supply planning strategies that support the company's commercial objectives while ensuring continuity of supply to meet patient needs 

  • Partners with stakeholders including but not limited to the PPRP Formulary, Medical Affairs & Innovation, Finance, Supply Chain Operations, Procurement, and Suppliers, to drive the monthly sales and operations (S&OP) / integrated business planning (IBP) process by conducting supply/demand analysis and strategic recommendations and decisions 

  • In collaboration with Procurement, PPRP Formulary and others, leads Request for Proposal (RFP) process for PPRP portfolio management 

  • Leads PPRP supply management with internal and external manufacture to ensure accurate and continuous supply while reducing risk and minimizing excess and obsolete inventory 

  • Manages development and implementation of appropriate key performance indicators and associated reporting processes  

 
Drives operational efficiency and streamlines cross-functional operational interactions related to PPRP supply and inventory, including but not limited to: 

  • Optimization and management of plasma for fractionation from CBS’ whole blood and apheresis plasma collections programs, the purchased plasma program, and the creation of toll fractionation production plans in conjunction with CBS’ contract fractionators to optimize value, spend, operational efficiency, and service for a dynamic portfolio 

  • Supplier relationship management and change management associated with fractionators and suppliers (includes internal- and external-driven changes) 

  • Excess and obsolete GMP inventory management 

  • Management of support for Hospital Complaints processing and customer letters for the PPRP portfolio where required 

   
Drive continuous improvement in supply planning processes and systems, including:  

  • Implements increased automation and use of ERP to standardize and drive efficiencies into the planning process 

  • Leverages data and ERP systems to generate insights and resolution of process bottlenecks and inefficiencies 

  • Ensures talent development in ERP, SAP IBP and related tools and technology capabilities 

  • Ensures delivery of evolving supply and inventory best practice and policy within CBS and with external stakeholders 

  • Ensures resources are aligned to capacity, multi-product integration and are positioned for scalability 

     
Manage risks and reporting associated with  PPRP operations: 

  • Identifies, mitigates, and escalates risk associated with the PPRP supply plan 

  • Builds a risk management mindset within the planning team 

  • Works with regional and head office supply leadership teams to ensure supply plan risks are clearly understood and managed 

  • Ensure that Supply and Inventory Planning inputs into other corporate planning and reporting processes are relevant, timely and accurate 

 
Desired education & skills:

  • B.Sc. in Engineering/Operations/Supply Chain Management or equivalent experience is required.
  • Advanced degree in engineering or business is an asset.
  • A minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in a manufacturing/supply chain environment, including senior leadership experience.
  • Experience with implementation and use of Advancing Planning systems like SAP IBP and/or S4HANA are an asset.
  • Exposure to project management and project management techniques.
  • Effective leadership skills, proven ability to exercise sound judgement and decision making.
  • Ability to interpret and translate detailed data into relevant information, present information to a wide variety of audiences.


An equivalent combination of education, training and experience may be considered.

What we offer you:

  • Competitive base salary range.
  • Annual Performance Award up to 10%.
  • Comprehensive group health benefits.
  • Defined benefits pension plan.
  • Employee discounts, wellness programs and professional advancement opportunities.


What You Can Expect

  • This role will work in a hybrid environment with requirements to be onsite at one of Canadian Blood Services' production centres in Brampton or Calgary, 60% of the time/3 days of the week.
  • This role will require travel for events, team meetings and project commitments.


Diversity and inclusion play a vital role in ensuring health equity for patients across Canada. We are committed to reflecting Canada’s population in our organization and fostering an environment where all employees can be their authentic selves, with equal opportunities to succeed and contribute.  

 

If this role resonates with you, we encourage you to apply by providing your up-to-date resume. This could be your first step towards a meaningful and inspiring career. Come to work each day knowing that you save lives. 

 

We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only those considered for an interview or those invited to participate in an assessment will be contacted. Emails are sent directly from our system, to ensure you receive them please add donotreply@blood.ca and system@successfactors.com to your safe senders list. 

 

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