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Who we are
As the Working and Learning Company, we at Staples Canada, are dynamic, inspiring partners to our customers and the communities in which we live. At Staples, we inspire people to work smarter, learn more and grow every day. We look for people who are curious, approachable and passionate, and who enjoy finding solutions.
If that’s you, let’s work, learn and grow together.
We are building an inclusive and diverse team
Staples Canada is creating an inclusive and diverse work environment. We welcome, value and thrive on perspectives and contributions from backgrounds that vary by race, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, lifestyle, age, educational background, national origin, religion or physical ability. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know.
Some of what you will do
As the VP, Supply Chain & Operations, you will own full responsibility for the Supply Chain, including Transportation, Fulfilment Centres, Logistics and the Contact Centre for Staples Canada, both onshore and offshore operations or activities. You will lead operational excellence to achieve financial and non-financial goals. You will inspire associates at all levels to deliver a best-in-class experience for our customers. You will play a key role in the strategic planning process and being the principal change agent responsible for behavioral changes for the organization. Playing a pivotal role in our transformation, and sales and profitability growth, each day will be fast paced, challenging, rewarding and meaningful and you will be inspired to bring your best, every day. Overseeing new investments in systems, people and processes in one of Canada’s strongest supply chain networks with over 20 facilities coast to coast, able to deliver next day to the majority of Canadians.
Specifically, you will:
Identify areas of growth and develop new solutions to improve business operations
Own the development of the Supply Chain strategy for the direct to consumer and B2B business channels
Serve as a role model and advocate for our company values and culture; teamwork, inclusion and engagement of associates and customers are paramount to our success
Leading a national supply chain operation and managing the relationship with 3PL, working towards the achievement of sales and profitability targets
Explore and develop ways for teams within the supply chain operation to work more effectively and efficiently.
Encourage process review and improvement in order to meet the changing needs of our customers and our business.
Develop Management to be capable of coaching, counseling, and motivating Associates to attain optimum performance, productivity levels, and associate engagement. Provide timely and valuable feedback. Ensure communication and teamwork among management to aid in the accomplishment of the department objectives.
Provide operational direction to Directors and Managers, ensuring the achievement of financial objectives, including sales and profit, expense control, productivity, and the smooth functioning of day-to-day operations of all units
Drive all analysis to meaningful conclusions. Gain stakeholder alignment on key decisions and clearly define action plans once a decision is made
Leverage in-depth understanding of the customer journey to champion innovation that will improve our customers self-serve capabilities.
Some of what you need
10-15 years plus of progressive related experience including experience at a VP / Sr. Director level
5+ years of managing multi-level teams
5+ years experience in Digital/Ecommerce Supply Chain management
Progressive experience in Supply Chain management
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent relevant experience
Strong leadership, people development, mentoring and coaching abilities.
Expert knowledge of industry trends and competition
Demonstrated in-depth knowledge in financial analysis
Ability to inspire and motivate teams, and advocate and lead teams through change
Curious
Approachable
Passionate
Solutions finder
Some of what you will get
Associate discount
Health and Dental benefits
RRSP/DPSP
Performance bonuses
Learning & Development programs
And more...
Additional Information
Hybrid Office environment
Extensive travel –local and overnight travel required
Vaccine Requirement
Staples is committed to taking every reasonable precaution to protect our associates, our customers and the communities we operate in. To support the health and safety of our associates, COVID-19 vaccination is an essential requirement of this position. As such, all offers of employment will be conditional upon either (i) proof of full COVID-19 vaccination or (ii) proof of need for accommodation under relevant human rights legislation, and Staples determination that the requested accommodation can be provided without undue hardship. You will be required to submit proof of full vaccination or proof of need for accommodation during our background screening process.
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Job eCommerce
Location(s) CA-ON-Richmond Hill
Schedule Full-time
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Employment Statement
Staples Canada is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion and we encourage applications from all qualified candidates, including those with disabilities.