The Opportunity:

This position’s primary responsibilities are to manage finished goods inventory levels for all Plant produced items, manage shipping and receiving for the plant, manage raw and packaging inventory levels and minimize material write-offs. This includes managing direct customer shipments and dispatches to third party providers and maintaining accurate inventory. This position is responsible for the direction, performance management and development of the shipping and receiving teams and inventory control at McLeod.

Any MLF team member interested in being considered for this role are encouraged to apply online by August 20. Applications received beyond that date are not guaranteed consideration.

Snapshot of a Day-in-the-Life:

• Maintain optimal inventory levels in the distribution network to satisfy customer orders
• Prepare the rough cut production plan (7 days to 13 weeks) and determine any capacity issues or potential service issues out months
• Analyze and recommend inventory build options, and safety stock levels
• Resolve projected stock out situations and excess inventory positions
• Monitor product availability versus out of code date (OCD) risk
• Communicate the implementation for new or changes to Standard Operating Procedures, Good Manufacturing Practices and HACCP to ensure consistent product quality and progressive food safety program
• Management of inbound raw and packaging materials to meet production requirements including inventory accuracy, minimizing write-offs and new product introductions
• Manage the performance of the shipping and receiving teams in Saskatoon
• Develop a “High Performance” relationship with manufacturing/Co-pack facilities
• Analysis in support of Supply Chain projects
• Understand customer requirements and ensure the shipping and delivery processes meet these requirements
• Responsible for Export documentation and process
• Oversee accurate inventory levels for both finished goods and raw/pack inventory through the effective coordination and management of the inventory process
• Ensure the timely and accurate materials to satisfy daily operations
• Ensure customer expectations for service and delivery are met

What You’ll Bring:

• Post Secondary education preferred or equivalent experience
• Driven individual with proven results-oriented background
• 2 years or more of Supply Chain or Manufacturing functional experience with managerial/supervisory experience
• Self-motivated individual with excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong analytical skills with ability to handle deadlines with ease
• Detail oriented and provides fact-based information
• Strong organization skills with sound prioritizing abilities
• Strong organization skills with sound prioritizing abilities
• Effective problem-solving skills with the ability to multi-task
• Ability to work effectively with limited supervision in a fast-paced team environment
• Strong computer skills including MS Office Word, Excel, Outlook, AS400 systems

What We Offer at Maple Leaf Foods:

• Being part of a high-performance, people-focused company that has an inspiring and unique vision to become the most sustainable protein company on earth, and a deep commitment to sustainable protein across North America.
• An inclusive company culture and a work environment that keeps our people safe, rewards excellence, and empowers everyone to learn and contribute their best.
• Competitive Health and Wellness benefits that offer flexibility to meet your individual or family needs, including programs focused on improving mental health and wellbeing. These benefits start on your first day of employment.
• Defined Contribution Pension Plan with company matching that starts on your first day of employment.
• Learning and development opportunities, including workshops, ‘speaker series’ events, and resources that allow you to develop your skills and progress your career.
• Comprehensive tuition reimbursement program that supports continuous learning and development of our team members through investment in eligible degrees, diplomas, professional certification, or trades programs.
• Supporting our deep commitment to community impact, we offer up to two paid days annually to volunteer at a cause of your choice.

About Us:

We’re a carbon neutral food company on a purposeful journey to Raise the Good in Food through better nutrition, safer food and workplaces, more humane animal care, and environmental sustainability efforts that protect our planet. We care about our communities and commit to reducing food insecurity in Canada. Join us on the journey. Let’s build a better future, together.

We’re passionate about food. For more than 100 years, we’ve made delicious, healthy protein that Canadians love under iconic national and regional brands, like Maple Leaf®, Schneiders®, and Greenfield Natural Meat Co.® We’re on a journey to become the most sustainable protein company – not just in Canada – but on earth.

• We are carbon neutral.
• We are one of the only food companies in Canada to set science-based targets.
• We aim to reduce our environmental footprint by 50% by 2025.

We’re a global food company with more than 13,500 team members. We operate sites in 20+ locations across Canada. We also have locations in the U.S. and Mexico, and do business in Asia.

A diverse and inclusive work environment

Championing diversity and inclusion is a critical component to advancing our collective purpose and vision and living the Maple Leaf Leadership Values. We believe in building, investing in, recognizing, and rewarding remarkable people who value an inclusive workplace, embrace all forms of diversity, and commit to including every voice in our collaborative environment. We’re so much stronger when we know we’re accepted and valued for who we are and what we each bring to the workplace.

We embrace a strong, values-based culture

Our eight Leadership Values are our north star. They guide the decisions we make for all our stakeholders: our consumers, our customers, our people, our communities, our shareholders, and the environment.

• Doing What’s Right
• Shared Value
• High Performance
• Diverse and Inclusive Teams
• Disciplined Decision Making
• Our Accountability
• Intense Curiosity
• Transparency and Humility

We thank all applicants for their interest in exploring employment opportunities with Maple Leaf Foods; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Applicants may be subject to a background check and must meet the security criteria designated for the position.

Championing diversity and inclusion is a critical component to advancing our collective purpose and vision, living the Maple Leaf Leadership Values, and delivering winning results. Accommodation is available upon request for applicants with disabilities in the recruitment and assessment process and when hired; please contact our Talent Attraction Team at accommodations@mapleleaf.com.

Disclaimer:  Please note that salaries posted on sites other than the MLF Careers Page are not a reflection of Maple Leaf Foods and are an estimated salary range provided by that particular job board.  Maple Leaf Foods offers competitive wages and an attractive total rewards package, which will be discussed during an interview with our Talent Team.