Senior Supply Chain Advisor

Overview

Optimize procurement, sourcing, and supply chain processes to drive cost, risk, and sustainability.

Key Responsibilities

• strategic sourcing
• supplier management
• cost optimization
• digital automation
• performance metrics
• market analysis

Tasks

-Develop and implement strategies to optimize procurement processes, sourcing or other operational deployments -Provide insights and recommendations to senior leadership through reports and presentations -Support sustainability and ESG goals through responsible sourcing and waste reduction strategies -Manage supplier relationship and work with strategic suppliers on value add initiatives -Champion the adoption of digitization and automation strategies to streamline current operations and proactively shape future-state capabilities, driving innovation and operational excellence. -Analyze and develop supply chain performance metrics and identify areas for improvement -Monitor market trends, regulatory changes, and emerging technologies impacting supply chain operations -Execute strategic sourcing initiatives for goods and services that align with operational business needs -Collaborate with internal teams (e.g., procurement, logistics, finance, national SCM) to align supply chain goals with business objectives -Advise on supplier selection, contract negotiation, and risk mitigation, overall management of subcontracting program -Drive cost optimization initiatives to enhance operational efficiency and maximize overall profitability, ensuring sustainable financial performance across business units -Lead initiatives to digitize and automate supply chain workflows

Requirements

• sap
• sql
• apics cpim
• 7+ years
• business degree
• stakeholder management

What You Bring

-Strong analytical skills and proficiency in tools like Excel, SQL, and supply chain software (e.g., SAP, Oracle, NetSuite) -7+ years’ experience in business analysis, preferably within a procurement or supply chain function and familiarity with the systems development lifecycle -Certification such as APICS CPIM, CSCP or PMP would be preferred -Advanced technical proficiency in: SharePoint, ViewPoint, SAP, Adobe Reader, Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Visio, PowerPoint and Excel) -Proven track record of driving cost savings and operational improvements -Ability to forge, grow and maintain positive relationships while influencing change through collaboration -Ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously and meet the time demands of unpredictable activities; capable of handling pressure and challenges -Undergraduate degree or diploma in Business or Supply Chain Management -Ability to work within tight deadlines and prioritization of work to achieve them -Highly developed interpersonal and communication skills -Advanced understanding of business processes and objectives with ability to elicit and recognize business problems or opportunities -Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities -Knowledge of, compliance, and risk management -Strong critical thinking, troubleshooting, presentation and problem-solving skills

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About Bird Construction

-Delivers billions in annual revenue and maintains a strong project backlog. -Typical projects include industrial facilities, civil infrastructure, institutional buildings, modular fabrication and maintenance services. -Its strengths lie in self-performed trades—from earthworks and concrete to mechanical, electrical and modular fabrication. -Leverages technology such as BIM/VDC and modular solutions to enhance efficiency and certainty in delivery. -Projects range from deep-mining support and hydroelectric work to transit stations, healthcare facilities and mass timber buildings. -With a finance division (Bird Capital), it can participate in project equity, blending construction with strategic investment.

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