Groupe Touchette, a privately held organization, is the largest and leading Canadian-owned tire distributor, recognized for more than 40 years for its expertise and superior service levels to manufacturers, dealers, and independent customers. The company specializes in value-added tire distribution services and prides itself with an entrepreneurial spirit and leadership culture.
Groupe Touchette started out in 1979 with a single mechanical workshop and today operates more than 50 distribution centres, with over 1,800 employees, from Dart-mouth, Nova Scotia, to Vancouver, British Columbia, as well as several retail service centres. With its various sales channels, programs, and unique solutions, Groupe Touchette is Canada’s one-stop shop in the tire industry.
Mission
Groupe Touchette offers a unique client experience in the tire industry through quality execution and an ongoing transfer of expertise towards their business partners and sets industry standards for progressive, reliable and modern processes.
Vision
Be the leader of innovative solutions to drive the tire-distribution industry forward.
Solutions
Groupe Touchette owns various sales channels (for example TireLink, Tireland and Tire Partners), programs, and unique solutions in the fields of retail, storage, fleet, distribution, and technology.
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Networks
They operate from more than 50 distribution centres throughout the country with access to a large choice of brands and tire models. Thanks to a solid structure and understanding of the Canadian territory, Groupe Touchette is able to offer delivery services in 90 of the 100 largest cities in the country, in less than three hours.
POSITION DESCRIPTION
Vice President, Supply Chain
The Vice President, Supply Chain will be responsible for the running of all operations related to distribution, owner of the S&OP, ensuring that Groupe Touchette meets its financial goals through effective mechanisms for tracking progress.
Mission of the position
The Vice-President Supply Chain will oversee nationwide responsibilities, including procurement, inventory management, logistic, transportation, demand planning and overall operations. Specifically, this role entails accountability for enhancing productivity, achieving operational excellence, and managing the budget at a national scale.The Vice-President Supply Chain will continuously enhance the operational efficiency of the supply chain through innovative processes, technology integration, and best practice implementation. Ensure that every stage of the supply chain, from procurement to delivery, operates at peak efficiency and effectiveness.The Vice-President Supply Chain provides visionary leadership in the development and execution of forward-thinking supply chain strategies that support the company’s overall business objectives. He/She is an inspiring leader and an innovative thinker who can motivate and engage people to achieve exceptional results, drive transformative changes, and collaborate effectively to overcome challenges and capitalize on new opportunities.
Principal accountabilities
Operations Management
Oversee the end-to-end logistics and distribution network, ensuring seamless and cost-effective movement of goods from manufacturing to distribution centers and ultimately to customers.Implement best practices in warehouse management, order fulfillment, and inventory control to enhance operational efficiency and reduce lead times.Foster strong relationships with external stakeholders to optimize costs, maintain service levels, and stay connected to the market.
Process Optimization and Innovation
Support efforts to continue to streamline supply chain processes, leveraging technology and data analytics to drive continuous improvement.Identify opportunities for automation and digitization to enhance visibility, agility, and responsiveness throughout the supply chain.Collaborate with cross-functional teams to assess and improve existing processes, ensuring scalability and adaptability to evolving business needs.
Technology Development and Integration
Know when to introduce new supply chain technologies to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.Collaborate with internal teams to integrate supply chain systems, ensuring seamless communication and data flow across the organization.
Team Leadership and Development
Build and lead a high-performing supply chain team, fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement.Provide mentorship and professional development opportunities to team members, cultivating a talent pipeline for the organization.
Strategic Supply and Demand Planning
Evolve robust supply chain strategies to optimize inventory levels and ensure even supply.Stay abreast of market trends, demand forecasts, and economic indicators to anticipate shifts and proactively align supply chain activities.Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance demand planning accuracy and align procurement strategies with market dynamics.
Adaptive Strategic Development
Develop strategies that are agile and adaptable, allowing the supply chain to respond promptly to changes in demand, market conditions, or external disruptions.Implement a culture of continuous improvement, regularly reassessing and refining supply chain strategies based on performance metrics and feedback.Identify potential risks and develop mitigation strategies, ensuring the supply chain remains resilient in the face of unforeseen challenges.
Global Supply Chain Insight
Demonstrate a thorough understanding of international markets, trade regulations, and geopolitical factors that may impact the supply chain.Develop or enhance strategies that optimize the supply chain across national borders, considering factors such as currency fluctuations, customs regulations, and regional market variations.
Attractiveness of the position
A unique opportunity to have a huge impact at a market leading, innovative trans-Canadian organization that has huge ambition to grow.Unique opportunity to lead and transform the organization's supply chain strategy, driving efficiency and innovation across global operations.Join a market leading company with strong track record and clearly defined growth strategy (C$ 2bn and beyond, with a fast international growth journey ahead).Leader in Canadian market with great reputation and inspiring leadership culture.An entrepreneurial environment that nurtures agility and change and facilitates the effective implementation of strategic action plans.
CANDIDATE PROFILE
Vice President, Supply Chain
Education:
Bachelor’s degree in logistic, engineering or other related fields.
Languages:
Fluent in English, able to work in French and any other languages will be a plus.
Place of work:
Montreal, Canada, minimum 25% travel.
Home Office possible (1 day/week).
Professional skills and qualifications
A minimum of 15 years of experience in supply chain management, with significant leadership experience in a similar role.Extensive knowledge of supply chain processes including procurement, logistics, inventory management, and distribution.Familiarity with ERP systems, supply chain management software, and other relevant IT tools.Proven track record of implementing new technologies and processes to improve supply chain operations and adapt to industry trends and changes.
Fundamental Capabilities
Possesses the ability to think strategically, considering long-term goals and anticipating future challenges in the dynamic supply chain landscape.Exhibits a creative and innovative approach to problem-solving, constantly seeking new solutions to improve processes and overcome challenges.Promotes a collaborative leadership style, encouraging input from team members and valuing diverse perspectives, cultures and languages to drive collective success.Possesses the ability to navigate and lead through change, adapting strategies and operations to align with evolving business needs and industry trends.Maintains a focus on achieving measurable results, setting and monitoring key performance indicators to ensure the supply chain's success.Prioritizes customer satisfaction and understands the importance of aligning supply chain strategies to meet and exceed customer expectations.Exhibits strong negotiation skills when dealing with suppliers, vendors, and other external partners to secure favorable terms and strengthen collaborative relationships.Upholds high ethical standards in all aspects of supply chain management, ensuring integrity and compliance with relevant regulations and industry practices.Identifies potential risks proactively and develops comprehensive risk management strategies to mitigate potential disruptions to the supply chain.
Personal characteristics
Ability to inspire and motivate teams, while also being able to influence and gain the respect of peers, subordinates, and senior leaders.Entrepreneurial spirit and ability to work within a fast-paced environment, while also driving clarity and comprehensive solutions.Possesses emotional intelligence, understanding and motivating team members effectively.Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate teams.The ability to adapt quickly to changing circumstances, pivot strategies as needed, and handle ambiguity and uncertainty effectively.Willingness to work closely with others, valuing diverse perspectives and expertise, and building strong professional relationships.Driven and visionary, yet grounded with a sense of humility, professional maturity, and patience.Strong moral principles guiding decision-making and interactions, fostering trust and respect among team members and stakeholders.
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