POSITION POSTING L26-104
POSITION: Manager of Supply Chain
STATUS: Full-Time
START DATE: As soon as possible
SALARY RANGE: $51.59 - $64.50 (position currently a part of an evaluation process and will be paid at Grade 10 at this time) 5 step grid based on experience
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Supply Chain Manager leads and oversees supply chain operations across Listowel Memorial Hospital and Wingham & District Hospital, including procurement, strategic sourcing, contract lifecycle management, inventory and materials management, logistics, supplier management, and the acquisition and distribution of organizational resources. Reporting to the Chief Financial Officer, the incumbent provides strategic and operational leadership to support a sustainable, compliant, cost-effective, equitable, and patient-centred supply chain model across the Alliance.
The role translates organizational priorities into practical plans and measurable outcomes, while leading supply chain transformation, process standardization, technology enablement, inventory modernization, and continuous improvement. The Manager builds strong relationships with clinical, operational, administrative, finance, regional, and external partners to ensure reliable service delivery, sound stewardship of public funds, and timely support for patient care, redevelopment, and capital projects.
The successful candidate is a collaborative, results-oriented people leader who demonstrates service excellence, sound judgment, accountability, and the ability to lead change and foster consensus. The incumbent ensures compliance with Ontario Broader Public Sector procurement requirements, applicable legislation, accreditation standards, hospital policies, ethical procurement practices, privacy obligations, and governance expectations. Consistent with the LWHA Manager position structure, additional managerial responsibilities will be incorporated into the portfolio following the successful incumbent's onboarding and transition into their new role.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Ø Bachelor degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Commerce, Healthcare Administration, or related discipline.
Ø Professional supply chain designation, such as SCMP, strongly preferred.
Ø Additional credentials in procurement, project management, Lean, Six Sigma, or related disciplines are considered assets.
Ø Five to seven years of progressive experience in supply chain, procurement, strategic sourcing, logistics, materials management, or a related field, including demonstrated leadership experience.
EFFORT:
Ø Minimal physical effort
Ø High Degree of mental effort
POSITION-SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES AND TASKS:
Ø Supply chain transformation and strategic leadership
Ø Strategic sourcing and procurement excellence
Ø Contract lifecycle and supplier management
Ø Inventory, materials management and technology enablement
Ø Financial stewardship, reconciliation and capital support
Ø People leadership and service delivery
Ø Change management and key partner engagement
Ø Governance, risk compliance and organizational accountabilities
HOURS OF WORK: Monday to Friday, 37.5 hours per week. Hours are subject to change based on operation requirements. Participation in the administrator-on-call schedule may be required.
Interested applicants are asked to apply, in writing, complete with full resume, indicating their qualifications and pertinent skills to:
Human Resources
Listowel Wingham Hospitals Alliance
careers@lwha.ca
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