Supply Chain Manager

Arcfield Canada delivers mission-critical support, logistics, and sustainment solutions to the Canadian Armed Forces. We are committed to operational excellence, innovation, and creating a workplace where our people can grow and thrive. We are currently seeking a highly skilled and forward-thinking Supply Chain Manager – Future Programs to join our team and play a key role in shaping our next generation of support capabilities.

Position Overview

The Supply Chain Manager – Future Programs is responsible for the day-to-day leadership and oversight of all supply chain functions across Arcfield Canada's future program initiatives. This role manages purchasing, warehousing, transportation, inventory control, supplier relationships, and logistics strategies to ensure efficient, compliant, and cost-effective operations.

The successful candidate will be a proactive leader who can balance strategic planning with hands-on operational execution while supporting growth in emerging programs.

Key Responsibilities

Inventory & Warehouse Management

• Oversee all inventories held at Arcfield Canada warehouses.
• Ensure accuracy of stock levels and integrity of inventory records.
• Manage inventory tracking and reconciliation.

Purchasing & Procurement

• Oversee all purchasing activities, ensuring compliant, competitive, and efficient procurement practices.
• Negotiate contracts and terms with suppliers and customers.
• Develop, manage, and evaluate supplier performance and relationships.

Logistics & Transportation

• Lead all transportation activities, ensuring timely and cost-effective movement of goods.
• Plan and implement logistics strategies, ensuring operational targets are achieved.
• Monitor vendor and delivery processes to ensure reliability and quality.

Operational Planning & Performance

• Forecast demand and manage inventory planning for future programs.
• Maintain accurate records of supply chain processes and analyze performance to identify improvements.
• Manage costs while maintaining quality and compliance.
• Implement risk-mitigation strategies to minimize supply chain disruption (operational, financial, and reputational).

Leadership & Continuous Improvement

• Lead, mentor, and motivate a team of supply chain professionals.
• Implement new technologies and stay informed about industry trends and developments.
• Integrate sustainability considerations into supply chain strategy.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with internal stakeholders and external partners.

Minimum Qualifications:

• 10 years DND Logistics experience at the Logistics Officer Level
• Must be able to understand and manage transactions in Canadian Defence Resource Management Information System (DRMIS)
• Proficient with Microsoft Office at least at intermediate level
• 10 years experience managing complex supply organization in a military environment
• Understanding ITAR requirement

Preferred Qualifications:

• Supply Chain Management Professional SCMP
• University Degree BA or MBA

At Arcfield Canada, we offer:

• A competitive salary
• Benefits that include extended health, dental and vision coverage as well as a health care spending account
• An RRSP plan that includes company matching on contributions of up to 6 percent
• Continual learning opportunities and professional development training to grow your talent and realize your aspirations and potential

At Arcfield Canada, we work differently than our peers - with agility, the freedom to innovate, an entrepreneurial spirit and a culture of responsibility. Come and join this highly motivated team of professionals and help us continue to set the standards of excellence in a field that offers both challenge and reward.

Arcfield Canada is a leading provider of complete life cycle management and in-service support of complex electronic military systems. Our experienced team provides a broad range of services to the Department of National Defence including Engineering Services, Logistics Support Analysis, Electronic Systems Maintenance and Repair, and long-range planning for full fleet support. For more than 30 years, Arcfield Canada has been a dedicated partner to the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF). Visit us at to learn more.

All successful applicants must be capable of obtaining and maintaining a Canadian Government Industrial Security Clearance.

Arcfield Canada is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to the principles of employment equity and inclusion. We encourage all qualified candidates to apply.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Benefits:

• Dental care
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• Flexible schedule
• On-site parking
• Paid time off
• RRSP match

Application question(s):

• MANDATORY QUESTION - Are you eligible to obtain a Government of Canada Security Clearance that is required for this position? To be eligible, you must be a Canadian Citizen as well as have resided in Canada for 10+ years.

Experience:

• military: 10 years (required)

Work Location: In person