Director, Supply Chain
Winnipeg, Manitoba

Full-Time Onsite

Carfair Composites is a leader in fiber-reinforced plastic design and composite technologies. Carfair Composites is a subsidiary of NFI Group, a leader in propulsion agnostic bus and coach mobility solutions, operating in five manufacturing and distribution centers across North America, including Winnipeg, MB, St. Cloud, MN, Anniston, AL, Wausaukee, WI, and Gillett, WI. As a comprehensive manufacturer of engineered composite products, Carfair Composites supplies quality fiberglass components to the original equipment manufacturers operating in agriculture, automotive, construction, transportation, commercial, food processing, and medical industries.  

POSITION SUMMARY: Reporting to the Lead Director of Business Operations, the Supply Chain Director is responsible for strategic leadership and operational oversight of supply chain functions within the Fabrication (Fabco) division, including procurement, planning, materials management, and logistics. This role ensures the efficient, cost-effective, and compliant flow of materials and finished goods while supporting business growth, service excellence, and risk mitigation.

WHY JOIN US:

• Be part of a team leading the world’s electrification of mass mobility
• Competitive Wages and comprehensive benefit package with Immediate benefit eligibility
• Paid holidays and vacation
• Registered pension plan with generous company match
• Passionate about creating a better product, a better workplace, and a better world
• Inclusive workplace culture that values and empowers team members.
• On-the-job training in a continuous learning environment (we invested $15.9 million in 2024)
• Advancement opportunities within our family of companies
• We are proudly named one of Manitoba’s Top 25 employers

WHAT YOU WILL DO:

• Develop and oversee the end-to-end supply chain strategy aligned with corporate and financial targets
• Lead procurement and sourcing activities, including supplier selection, contract negotiations, and performance management to achieve quality, cost, and service objectives
• Oversee demand planning, supply planning, and materials management to optimize service levels and working capital
• Ensure inventory accuracy and integrity through effective controls and cycle counting practices, supporting manufacturing and financial objectives
• Direct logistics and transportation to ensure timely, compliant, and cost-effective product movement
• Establish and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) across cost, service, inventory, and supplier performance, driving accountability and continuous improvement
• Identify and mitigate supply chain risks to ensure business continuity and resilience
• Lead and develop supply chain teams, fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement
• Ensure effective use of ERP systems and data to enable operational excellence and informed decision-making

WHAT YOU NEED TO BE SUCCESSFUL:

• Post-secondary education in Supply Chain, Business Administration, or a related field
• Professional supply chain designation considered an asset (CSCP, CPIM, or equivalent)
• 8+ years of progressive supply chain experience, including leadership responsibility, and experience leading end-to-end supply chain functions in a multi-site environment
• Experience in manufacturing or industrial environments is considered an asset
• Strong understanding of ERP systems (SAP, Oracle or equivalent)
• Demonstrated ability to develop and implement supply chain strategies and drive organizational change
• Business acumen and analytical capability, with experience operating in complex environments

Physical & Workplace Requirements: 

• Ability to work in both office and manufacturing environments, including walking, standing, and sitting for extended periods
• Comfortable working in industrial environments with appropriate PPE
• Up to 20-30% travel; must be eligible to travel within Canada and to the U.S.

OUR WHY: We exist to move people. Our mission is to design, deliver, and support market-leading bus and motorcoach solutions that are safe, accessible, efficient, and reliable. Our values—safety, quality, integrity, accountability, teamwork, and sustainability—are at the core of everything we do. NFI Group | We Move People - YouTube  

Leveraging 450 years of combined experience, NFI offers a wide range of propulsion-agnostic bus and coach platforms, including market leading electric models. Through its low- and zero-emission buses and coaches, infrastructure, and technology, NFI meets today’s urban demands for scalable smart mobility solutions. Together, NFI is enabling more livable cities through connected, clean, and sustainable transportation.

News and information is available at www.nfigroup.com, www.newflyer.com, www.mcicoach.com, nfi.parts, www.alexander-dennis.com, arbocsv.com, and carfaircomposites.com.

Carfair Composites is an equal opportunity employer.  We celebrate diversity, ensure equitable experiences and are committed to creating an inclusive environment reflective of the communities we operate. Accommodations are available at all stages of the recruitment process, at the candidates’ request.