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Project Lead Logistics

  • Saint-Philippe, QC, Canada

Full-time

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At least 8 years of experience in supply chain project management in similar industries (automobile, consumer goods, replacement parts, etc.).
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English
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Original job description

We are looking for a PAA (Parts, Accessories and Apparel) Logistics Project Lead who will participate in the development of the strategy and act as project manager for the transformation of BRP's worldwide PAA distribution centres. Together with our managers, you will be responsible for delivering operational excellence, enabling us to deliver world-class service to our customers through strategic projects and the implementation of continuous improvements.

By making efficient use of our supply chain, the Project Lead constantly seeks to improve service while reducing costs. Prioritizing multiple demands from diverse stakeholders, leading and influencing partners, and adapting to a highly dynamic environment will be the main challenges of this role.

You'll Have The Opportunity To

  • Support the PAA growth plan and customer value proposition.
  • Provide leadership and collaborate with our 3PLs and service providers for enhanced solution implementation.
  • Manage the project budgeting/forecasting process and implement cost mitigation strategies, as needed.
  • Establish a network of external value-added partners to introduce new concepts within the company.
  • Coordinate the work done by a multidisciplinary team associated with project realization.
  • Facilitate various workshops to identify improvement opportunities, monitor indicators and implement action plans.
  • Improve our customer service promise in line with BRP's brand positioning and the changing competitive landscape.
  • Adapt PAA operation practises using new growth vectors, such as B2C and vehicle personalization.

YOU’LL THRIVE IN THIS ROLE IF YOU HAVE THE FOLLOWING SKILLS AND QUALITIES:

  • A bachelor’s degree in industrial engineering, operations management, logistics or a relevant field.
  • At least 8 years of experience in supply chain project management in similar industries (automobile, consumer goods, replacement parts, etc.).
  • Proven experience in distribution centre organization projects.
  • Skill in leading logistics chain optimization projects, including implementing associated systems.
  • Adept at applying project management best practises.
  • Good knowledge of the SAP environment.
  • A proven ability to operationalize the strategic plan to achieve the company's desired profitability objectives.
  • The ability to communicate effectively and promote your ideas to different levels of the organization, including senior management.
  • Recognized as a passionate leader, who is focused on people, organizational development, relationship building and change management.
  • Organized and analytical, focused on improving processes and maximizing system capabilities.
  • A recognized ability to solve problems, make decisions, think laterally, and offer creative solutions.

ACKNOWLEDGING THE POWER OF DIVERSITY

BRP is dedicated to nurturing a culture that invites, connects, and propels the ambitions of people of all backgrounds, profiles, beliefs and experiences. Ultimately, the diversity and uniqueness of our people fuel our ingenuity and set the course for the path ahead!

For this reason, we value diversity and we strive to always push each other forward to build an inclusive workplace where every employee feels like they belong, where they can grow and find meaning.

AT BRP, WHEN WE TALK ABOUT BENEFITS, WE GO ALL IN.

Let’s start with a strong foundation - You want it, we have it:

  • Annual bonus based on the company’s financial results
  • Generous paid time away
  • Pension plan
  • Collective saving opportunities
  • Industry leading healthcare fully paid by BRP

What About Some Feel Good Perks

  • Flexible work schedule
  • A summer schedule that varies by department and location
  • Holiday season shutdown
  • Educational resources
  • Discount on BRP products

WELCOME TO BRP

We’re a world leader in recreational vehicles and boats, creating innovative ways to move on snow, water, asphalt, dirt and even in the air. Headquartered in the Canadian town of Valcourt, Quebec, our company is rooted in a spirit of ingenuity and intense customer focus. Today, we operate manufacturing facilities in Canada, the United States, Mexico, Finland, Australia and Austria, with a workforce made up of close to 16,500 spirited people, all driven by the deeply held belief that at work, as with life itself, it’s not about the destination: It’s about the journey.

More about this job

Responsibilities

Lead projects transforming BRP's worldwide Parts, Accessories and Apparel distribution centres, collaborating with managers, third-party logistics providers, service providers, and multidisciplinary teams. Manage project budgets, drive operational excellence and continuous improvement, and enhance customer service while controlling costs.

Requirements

Requires a bachelor's degree in industrial engineering, operations management, logistics, or a related field, and at least eight years of supply chain project management experience in a similar industry. Candidates should have distribution centre project experience, logistics optimization and SAP knowledge, strong project leadership and communication skills, and the ability to operationalize strategy and lead change.

Skills

  • Supply Chain Project Management
  • Logistics Optimization
  • Project Management
  • SAP
  • Budgeting And Forecasting
  • Cost Mitigation
  • Continuous Improvement
  • Stakeholder Management
  • Leadership
  • Change Management
  • Process Improvement
  • Problem Solving
  • Decision-Making
  • Analytical Thinking
  • Workshop Facilitation

Benefits

  • Annual Bonus
  • Paid Time Off
  • Pension Plan
  • Collective Savings Opportunities
  • Fully Paid Healthcare
  • Flexible Work Schedule
  • Summer Schedule
  • Holiday Season Shutdown
  • Educational Resources
  • Discount On BRP Products

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Categories

  • Logistics
  • Management & Leadership
  • Manufacturing
  • Engineering

Keywords

  • Parts, Accessories And Apparel
  • Supply Chain
  • Logistics
  • Distribution Centres
  • Third-Party Logistics
  • SAP
  • Project Management
  • Operations Management
  • Industrial Engineering
  • Budgeting
  • Forecasting
  • Cost Mitigation
  • Operational Excellence
  • Continuous Improvement
  • Logistics Optimization
  • Customer Service
  • B2C
  • Vehicle Personalization
  • Change Management
  • Stakeholder Management
  • Multidisciplinary Teams
  • Service Providers
  • Strategic Planning
  • Process Improvement
  • Profitability

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