Director, Procurement & Planning

Overview

Leads national procurement and supply planning, driving cost savings and supplier performance.

Key Responsibilities

• strategic sourcing
• procurement systems
• demand planning
• inventory optimisation
• supplier contracts
• lean procurement

Tasks

The Director of Procurement and Planning is a strategic leader responsible for overseeing Enercare’s procurement and supply planning functions across national and regional operations. This role drives cost optimisation, supplier performance, and operational excellence through integrated sourcing strategies, advanced planning methodologies, and cross-functional collaboration. The incumbent will lead a team of procurement managers, planners, and analysts, ensuring alignment with corporate objectives, compliance standards, and continuous improvement initiatives. The Director will also provide vision and leadership in transitioning from legacy procurement systems to modern platforms, while maintaining operational continuity. -Drive talent development and succession planning across the procurement and planning teams. -Develop and execute enterprise-wide procurement and planning strategies that support business growth, cost efficiency, and service excellence. -Lead strategic sourcing initiatives across direct and indirect spend categories, including HVAC, water heaters, and service parts. -Collaborate with Legal and Finance to negotiate and manage supplier contracts, ensuring compliance with procurement policies and audit standards. -Lead warranty management processes, ensuring supplier accountability and cost recovery for defective or non-performing products. -Implement lean procurement practices to reduce waste, improve cycle times, and enhance supplier collaboration. -Develop supplier qualification frameworks and performance scorecards to drive accountability and continuous improvement. -Represent Procurement in strategic forums including headcount planning, expansion charters, and executive steering committees. -Provide leadership in managing and upgrading procurement systems—ensuring effective use of existing tools while guiding the transition to future platforms. -Champion Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) processes to align supply chain activities with business forecasts and customer demand. -Oversee demand planning, inventory optimisation, and material availability to support national service delivery and installation operations.

Requirements

• erp systems
• procurement analytics
• lean principles
• negotiation
• bachelor’s
• 15+ years

What You Bring

-Proven success in managing complex sourcing categories and supplier ecosystems. -Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams and influence senior stakeholders. -Experience in warranty management and supplier recovery processes. -Excellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder engagement skills. -Experience with ERP systems, procurement analytics, and planning tools. -Demonstrate strong negotiation skills to secure favourable terms and build long-term supplier partnerships. -Minimum 15 years of progressive experience in procurement, supply planning, or operations leadership. -Foster a collaborative, team-oriented culture—strong interpersonal skills and a team-first mindset are essential. -Strong negotiation, financial acumen, and contract management capabilities. -Familiarity with lean principles and continuous improvement methodologies. -Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or related field; MBA preferred.

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About Enercare Inc.

-Provides high-quality home and commercial energy solutions. -Grown to become a leading provider of heating, cooling, and water services. -Services span residential, commercial, and industrial sectors, specializing in maintenance and installation of HVAC systems. -Offers water heaters, water treatment systems, and energy-efficient solutions to help reduce carbon footprints. -Known for its innovative approach, providing smart home energy solutions to enhance customer experience. -Serves a broad customer base across Canada, making energy management easier and more efficient for homeowners and businesses alike. -Built a reputation for exceptional customer service and comprehensive service packages.

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