External Manufacturing Project Manager

Leclerc is a family business with 120 years of experience, tradition and know-how passed down from people with heart. Thanks to our 1,400 employees in nine plants in Canada and the United States, we are constantly innovating to exceed the expectations of both small and large appetites.Working at Leclerc means...Working in a family businessEvolving in a clean, temperate environment with the latest technologyStarting a new job with paid and adapted trainingBenefit from a complete benefits program (drug and dental insurance, 1 week of sick leave [conditions apply], telemedicine, group RRSP with employer participation and more)Enjoy quality meals at low prices in the cafeteria (unlimited coffee, tea, cookies and bars)Enjoy free use of the sports facilities (basketball court, training room and cardio room)Save on our delicious products and discover exclusive noveltiesTake advantage of job security and opportunities for advancement within the companyIntegrate a rich company culture (Christmas, birthday and maternity gifts, use of the Poka platform and more)Project Management – Co-manufacturingIntroduction calls with potential customers: Leclerc presentation, evaluation of the business potentialMaintain relationships with existing customers and create new relationships with new partners. Weekly follow up calls to either host or participate in.Perform a feasibility evaluation, determine which one of our production lines would be best suited and enter a project to be reviewed by functional teamProject kick off and coordination: Definition of goals and objectives, timeline, communication and coordination with multiple Leclerc departmentsManufacturing fee determination: Be able to identify the risks and uncertainties when submitting a quote and outline the specific conditions to the customerWork with engineering and external suppliers to determine the capital expenses attributed to a new projectNegotiate to sign a manufacturing contract that is fair for both parties and protects Leclerc from risks.Project Management – External manufacturingIdentify and evaluate potential external manufacturing partners by assessing strengths and weaknesses. Focus on non-core processes that can be done more efficiently by an external manufacturer. Manufacturers need to align with Leclerc’s values and quality standards.Monitor and manage the costs associated with external manufacturing to ensure they are and stay within budgetDevelop an RFP model to define new projectsNegotiate contracts and pricing with external manufacturing partnersQualificationsAt least 5 years of professional experience in supply chain management, manufacturing, or equivalent fields is requiredBachelor's degree in Engineering, Science, Business or a related fieldExcellent project management and organizational skillsStrong negotiation and communication skills / influenceAbility to travel as needed to visit supplier sites and host visit in Leclerc’s 8 plants in North AmericaBiscuits Leclerc is committed to recruiting and hiring the best candidates for all roles and is committed to integration and equal opportunity. Upon request, Biscuits Leclerc will provide suitable accommodations during the recruitment and hiring process to candidates with accessibility needs due to disability to ensure that the standards outlined in Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) are upheld. If you require an accommodation during the application or interview process, please contact the HR responsible at 613-632-0777 ext: 4204