Supply Chain Specialist
Job Type: Full Time Permanent
Location: Wallenstein, ON (Hybrid)
Salary: $75,000-$85,000

Who we are

At Earthscape, we create beautiful, innovative custom playground sculptures and structures that inspire children and adults to creatively play. By partnering with some of the most prestigious Landscape Architecture firms in North America, we bring brilliant playground concepts to life. Our award-winning design-build firm is located just outside of Elmira, Ontario in Waterloo Region.

Together, our ambitious team designs, engineers, builds and installs state-of-the-art timber playgrounds that become iconic and well-loved destination spaces. The work environment we've created is positive, productive, fun and rewarding. To see our one-of-a-kind projects, visit www.earthscapeplay.com. (http://www.earthscapeplay.com.)

Currently, we are looking for a Supply Chain Specialist to join our growing team. The role of this team member is best suited to an individual with strong leadership skills, who is able to think strategically about business issues, and novel problem solving through research, root cause analysis, and execute change effectively. The successful applicant has strong relationship management capabilities, with the proven ability to initiate and execute projects and initiatives across multiple departments in a collegial manner. They also need to be comfortable working outside the box; our playgrounds don't fit within regular building code categories.

The Fit:

• Are you a MacGyver? We're a growing company and the best way forward isn't always laid out in front of you. We need an individual that recognizes the essential purpose of supply chain and can best leverage applications and coordinate individuals to support high growth in a multi-disciplinary company.
• Are you a Coach? We hire high potential people that bring energy and capability to the job. Having a trusting, humble and knowledgeable leader that can adapt to a niche, specialized market while elevating your team is essential.

The Job:

• ensure all supply chain activities are carried out in accordance with project deliverables, schedule, contract requirements, and within approved budgets and timelines;
• identify continuous improvement opportunities by collecting and analyzing data, identify and prioritize process improvement opportunities, and recommend and develop solutions;
• collaborate with senior management and support the planning and execution of departmental workflows, accountabilities, and goals for supply chain staff on daily and weekly basis;
• support procurement, sourcing, and other assigned groups that constitute the supply chain organization for all of Earthscape Play;
• manage activities related to strategic purchasing, material requirements planning, inventory control, processes related to receiving, and historical material tracking;
• visit local suppliers as required;
• participate in the growth of the business in keeping with the company culture, values and long-term strategy.

Ideal candidates will have the following qualifications:

• demonstrated success on business improvement projects, documented and analyzed business processes,
• proven experience in data entry, data management best practices, and system design;
• proven experience in management of materials and sourcing;
• strong leadership and people management skills;
• experience working and leading cross-functionally while assuming a position of accountability;
• experience with LEAN manufacturing principles;
• experience coordinating multiple projects or tasks of varying sizes, phases and complexity in a fast-paced environment;
• strong organizational and time management experience with keen attention to detail;
• ability to communicate effectively across different levels of the organization;;
• several years of experience in Quickbooks Desktop Enterprise, bonus for advanced inventory module;
• several years of experience in MS Office, Google Suite;
• postsecondary education in business, management, operations, engineering or other related discipline is an asset;
• a growth mindset, and eagerness to learn from your mistakes.

What's in it for you?

This job will offer you the opportunity to work on some of North America's most innovative playground projects. The pace, challenges and problem-solving opportunities will mean you are never bored. You will have the chance to develop and refine a wide variety of skills in our rapidly growing business. Your colleagues are dynamic, and highly skilled. They have an impressive range of backgrounds, skills and expertise.

Compensation

Salary Range: $75,000-85,000 per year based on experience

We believe in great compensation for great employees, and we reward our staff with a combination of:

• profit sharing and performance bonuses;
• employee share ownership options after one year of employment;
• extended health and dental benefits;
• social events such as summer bbqs, annual golf tournament;
• tuition reimbursement.

Accommodations: We are committed to treating all people in a way that respects their dignity and independence. Should you require any accommodation during the recruitment process or otherwise, please notify us of this when you apply and we will work with you to meet your accessibility needs.

Pre-employment checks: As part of our selection process, successful candidates may be required to consent to background checks relevant to the role, prior to receiving a job offer. These could include: work references, education and credential confirmation, employment verification, identity check, criminal offence and driver's license record.