Supply Chain Project Lead

Supply Chain Project Lead – Packaging & Promotions (18-Month Contract)

Location: Richmond Hill / Greater Toronto Area, Ontario, Canada

Work Arrangement: Hybrid

Employment Type: 18-Month Contract

Salary: CAD $92,600–$142,600 annually (advertised base salary range)

Industry: Consumer Goods | Supply Chain | Retail

About the Role

An opportunity is available for an experienced Supply Chain Project Lead to manage packaging customisation, retail promotional projects, and supplier collaboration within a consumer goods environment.

The role focuses on developing innovative product packaging and promotional solutions, improving operational efficiency, and delivering projects from initial design through approval and handover.

Working closely with Sales, Marketing, Quality Assurance, and external suppliers, the position supports customer promotional strategies while maintaining cost, inventory, and service performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead trade customisation and promotional packaging projects from concept through approval and implementation handover.
• Develop innovative packaging and retail display solutions aligned with brand strategies and customer requirements.
• Collaborate with Sales and Marketing teams to support promotional campaigns and product customisation initiatives.
• Coordinate with third-party packaging suppliers, component vendors, and internal stakeholders.
• Monitor project budgets, inventory, profitability, and Unit Fill Rate (UFR).
• Identify opportunities for cost savings, process improvements, and sustainability initiatives.
• Conduct market research and evaluate competitive packaging and promotional designs.
• Oversee supplier performance through KPI reviews, capacity planning, and quarterly business reviews.
• Support supplier selection and Request for Proposal (RFP) processes.
• Ensure packaging solutions meet quality standards and regulatory requirements.
• Manage project approvals, cost estimates, and governance processes.
• Transition approved projects to supply chain planning teams for execution.

Required Qualifications & Experience

• Undergraduate degree.
• 5–7 years of relevant experience in project management, supply chain management, or a related field.
• Strong understanding of retail environments, customer expectations, and promotional activities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Excellent project coordination, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience collaborating with external suppliers and cross-functional business teams.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving abilities.
• Fluent English.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience using SAP.
• Previous people management experience.
• French language proficiency.

Compensation & Benefits

• Advertised annual base salary range of CAD $92,600–$142,600.
• Competitive benefits package, subject to eligibility.
• Paid holidays, vacation, and volunteer time.
• Learning and professional development opportunities.
• Employee networks and engagement programmes.

Additional Information

This is an 18-month contract with a hybrid working arrangement. The position reports to a Supply Planning Manager and involves regular collaboration with internal commercial teams and external packaging suppliers.