Manager, Supply Planning

Please note this role will work in a hybrid environment. The successful candidate must be located near a Canadian Blood Services site and 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 40% of their work time. This requirement may vary depending upon circumstances.

Job category: Supply chain and logistics
Job posting ID: 7948

​Employment status: Regular full-time
 

Classification: PTS/MGT/IT B
Salary/Rate of pay: $108,493.00 - 125,023.00

Application deadline: 2025-11-19 

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, we can make all the difference in the lives of others.

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 are looking for a rewarding experience with a values and mission-driven team, join Canada’s Lifeline and make a meaningful difference.

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 Manager, Supply Planning to join our dynamic Integrated Supply Chain Planning Team. The work of a Manager, Supply Planning is integral to Canadian Blood Services role as Canada’s Lifeline. 
 
The Supply Planning team strives to improve Canadian Blood Services’ approach to supply planning and inventory management across the supply chain, through the implementation of best practices, policies, programs, tools and systems. The scope covers supply planning and inventory management for fresh blood products (FBP) within the long-term (S&OP) and short-term (S&OE) planning horizons.  This group functions as the central coordination team for ensuring that FBP supply is balanced with expected demand and that supply and inventory impacts are considered, understood and mitigated in alignment with organizational expectations for projects and programs that may impact supply.
 
The Manager, Supply Planning (S&OP) reports to the Associate Director, Integrated Supply Chain Planning and leads a team of planners that is functionally responsible for successful development of the supply plan which ensures service level is maintained within available capacity. This role will also be accountable for defining, managing and maintaining standards, policies and processes related to supply and inventory planning across the organization. The team will collaborate with various functional groups to ensure quality oversight and management of the supply planning and national inventories in accordance with monthly integrated business planning processes. In pursuit of this goal, the Manager, Supply Planning (S&OP) is accountable to manage a team of resources, and work with other stakeholder groups, to ensure proper governance models are put in place, with proper metrics and reporting established.  
 
Formula for success:

• Sponsor the vision and strategy for FBP supply and inventory planning across Canadian Blood Services.
• Support the implementation of leading practice integrated business planning approaches across the organization, including lean principles, new technologies, and processes.
• Development of supply plans for FBP aligned to forecast demand for products.
• Ensure timely, relevant and accurate reporting of results, emerging issues and corrective actions to relevant internal and external stakeholders as they relate to supply planning and inventory management.
• Lead and/or provide subject matter expertise to a variety of supply chain projects and initiatives.
• Recruit, train, and manage a team of resources to support the Supply and Inventory Planning function. 
• Performs other related duties as required. 

 
Desired Education & Skills:

• Bachelor’s degree in Commerce, Operations Management, or closely related field is required. A master’s degree in a relevant discipline and/or certification from a professional Supply Chain Management program is an asset.
• 5-7 years of relevant experience within a manufacturing, pharmaceutical or other regulated environment.
• Experience with SAP IBP and/or SAP S4 Hana is an asset.
• Advanced troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities.
• Highly proficient in the use of MS Excel, SAP IBP, ECC and Power BI tools.
• Requires effective oral and written communication skills, excellent interpersonal skills, and computer literacy, including preparing executive briefings to summarize insights from supply and inventory analysis.
• Demonstrated project management skills.
• Must be able to work in a team environment, including the coaching and development of team members.
• This job requires leading, directing, and delegating to cross-functional team members.
• An equivalent combination of education, training and experience may be considered.

What we offer you:

• Competitive base salary
• Annual Performance Award up to 10%
• Comprehensive group health, dental and vision benefits
• Defined Benefits Pension Plan
• Employee discounts, wellness programs and much more!

What you can expect: 

• This role will work in a hybrid environment with requirements to be onsite at Canadian Blood Services location at least 40% of the time/2 days of the week.
• Occasional travel to attend meetings as and when required. 

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. 

Applicants who require accommodation should discuss their needs with us.

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