The SWIM team is proud to have built out our Supply Chain and Operations recruitment team in the last 5 years and this area has quickly grown to become a significant number of our searches.
We know what businesses are looking for in a supply chain or operations professional, and we prepare all our candidates to make a positive first impression. Below are our open Supply Chain and Operations opportunities- both contract and permanent roles. Please apply to any posting where you feel you might be a great perfect match. If we see the potential for a great fit, we’ll be reaching out shortly.
Parts Manager
Join a well-established, growth-focused company where youll have the opportunity to lead a high-impact team, shape strategy, and drive real results in the HVAC parts industry. If you're a strong leader who thrives on building efficient systems and delivering top-tier service, this role is for you.
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Parts Manager
Join a well-established, growth-focused company where youll have the opportunity to lead a high-impact team, shape strategy, and drive real results in the HVAC parts industry. If you're a strong leader who thrives on building efficient systems and delivering top-tier service, this role is for you.
Who – The Company:
This North Vancouver-based, values-driven organization has a long-standing reputation for technical excellence, service, and innovation.
They partner closely with clients and manufacturers to deliver thoughtful, sustainability-focused solutions across a wide range of industries.
What- The Role:
Our client is seeking a strategic and experienced Parts Manager to lead their growing Parts division. Reporting to the Chief Operating Officer, this is a key leadership role focused on driving parts sales, managing inventory, and delivering outstanding customer service. You'll be instrumental in leading a high-performance team and aligning the division’s performance with company-wide goals.
Lead the Parts division’s operations, including sales, inventory, customer service, and vendor relationships.
Develop and execute annual business plans to support revenue growth and profitability.
Recruit, coach, and manage a team of six, fostering a collaborative and performance-driven culture.
Oversee inventory forecasting and procurement to ensure optimal stock levels and efficient warehouse operations.
Build strong relationships with HVAC contractors and customers to enhance loyalty and satisfaction.
Collaborate with marketing and sales to create promotional campaigns and pricing strategies.
Track department financials, manage budgets, and take action to ensure targets are met.
Ensure product knowledge and service delivery standards are consistently high.
Who- the Candidate:
7+ years of experience in parts management, operations, or sales - HVAC industry experience a MUST.
Strong leadership skills with a proven track record of team development.
Solid understanding of HVAC parts, tools, and systems.
Diploma or degree in Business, Supply Chain, or related field; HVAC certification a plus.
Confident communicator and problem-solver with strong customer focus.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office; experience with Microsoft Business Central is an asset.
Financial acumen with experience managing budgets and hitting sales targets.
Willingness to work hands-on in the warehouse when needed.
Change Management Lead, Supply Chain Programs
Are you a strategic change agent with experience scoping, planning, designing, and implementing change and engagement activities (impact and readiness assessments, leadership alignment, hypercare, sustainment plans) to support multi-year transformation initiatives? Do you thrive on building and delivering stakeholder engagement, communications, and sustainment plans that guide stakeholders through the change journey? If so, wed love to hear from you.
This is a 16-month contract in Vancouver. Hybrid working conditions of minimum 2 days onsite.
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Change Management Lead, Supply Chain Programs
Are you a strategic change agent with experience scoping, planning, designing, and implementing change and engagement activities (impact and readiness assessments, leadership alignment, hypercare, sustainment plans) to support multi-year transformation initiatives? Do you thrive on building and delivering stakeholder engagement, communications, and sustainment plans that guide stakeholders through the change journey? If so, wed love to hear from you.
This is a 16-month contract in Vancouver. Hybrid working conditions of minimum 2 days onsite.
Who – The Company:
Our client is a Vancouver company with global operations and an impeccable reputation. They are a people-centric organization, known for their collaborative team culture.
What- The Role:
Lead the design and implementation of change management strategies for Supply Chain Strategy transformation projects.
Assess change readiness, identify key stakeholders, and plan and deliver engagement, communication, and sustainment activities to drive adoption across multi-year programs.
Develop stakeholder engagement plans, provide input on learning programs, and ensure alignment with the Change Management COE.
Support project management activities, including reporting, risk management, workstream content creation, and roadmap maintenance.
Deliverables include status reports, project plans, stakeholder lists, and leadership engagement content.
Who- the Candidate:
3–5 years’ experience planning and delivering change management activities for transformation projects.
University/College degree or relevant certification in business, change management, operations, or similar.
Change Management certification preferred
Experience with supply chain, and retail preferred.
Familiarity with project management approaches, tools, and lifecycle phases.
Experience with cross-functional teams, product management, and technology environments; agile experience an asset.
Excellent verbal, written, negotiation, and presentation skills.
Ability to influence, resolve conflicts, and operate under tight deadlines.
Experience in global, vertically integrated specialty retail or apparel a plus.
Strong business acumen, analytical/problem-solving skills, and ability to connect initiatives to business outcomes.
Interest in development tools and technology; team-oriented mindset.
How much:
$55-$61.50/hr + 4% vacation pay, if incorporated, please discuss with Swim.
Where:
Vancouver, Hybrid 4 days onsite.
When & How To Apply:
Swim Recruiting has been engaged as a trusted recruitment agency partner on this important search. If you are interested, please reach out very soon!
Operations Manager role with a well-established Canadian company in the waste management and environmental services sector.
This is an exciting leadership role that will oversee safe, efficient, and compliant operations at a key Richmond facility while leading a team of supervisors, operators, drivers, and support staff. Driving results through strong safety leadership, operational excellence, budgeting, and stakeholder engagement. Join a collaborative, values-based team culture that puts safety and community first. This is a full-time, on-site role (Monday to Friday, 40 hours/week) with occasional overtime. Competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and excellent growth opportunities are offered.
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Operations Manager role with a well-established Canadian company in the waste management and environmental services sector.
This is an exciting leadership role that will oversee safe, efficient, and compliant operations at a key Richmond facility while leading a team of supervisors, operators, drivers, and support staff. Driving results through strong safety leadership, operational excellence, budgeting, and stakeholder engagement. Join a collaborative, values-based team culture that puts safety and community first. This is a full-time, on-site role (Monday to Friday, 40 hours/week) with occasional overtime. Competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and excellent growth opportunities are offered.
Who- the Company:
Our client is a well-established Canadian organization in the waste management and environmental services sector. With operations across Western Canada and the US, they are known for their strong safety culture, environmental responsibility, and operational excellence. The company has a collaborative, down-to-earth, and value-based culture where safety is always the top priority. Employees are encouraged to continuously improve, support their colleagues, and contribute positively to the communities where they live and work..
What- the Role:
On behalf of our client, Swim Recruiting is seeking a new Operations Manager to lead the day-to-day operations of a key facility in Richmond, BC. This role is critical in ensuring the safe, efficient, and compliant management of waste processing, transfer, and disposal activities. The Operations Manager will lead a diverse team of supervisors, operators, and drivers, fostering a strong culture of safety, accountability, and teamwork.
The scope of responsibilities includes:
Team Leadership: Coaching, mentoring, and supporting employees to ensure safe and efficient performance.
Operational Oversight: Managing the daily operations of the facility, ensuring compliance with environmental, safety, and regulatory standards.
Client & Stakeholder Engagement: Building strong relationships with customers, regulators, and internal stakeholders.
Financial Management: Overseeing budgets, monitoring performance, and identifying opportunities for cost savings and revenue growth.
Reporting & Communication: Preparing performance reports, sharing updates with leadership, and staying engaged with industry’s best practices.
This is a full-time role, 40 hours per week, with occasional overtime depending on operational demands. SWIM will provide interested/qualified candidates with a full job description.
Who- the Candidate:
We are seeking an experienced operational leader with:
Minimum 5 years of experience in waste management, industrial landfills, or related industries.
Proven ability to lead and motivate teams in a safety-first environment.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, including the ability to prepare technical reports.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office and operational systems.
Valid Class 5 driver’s license and relevant industry safety certifications/tickets.
Completion of Grade 12 or GED required; post-secondary education an asset.
The ideal candidate will be a collaborative leader who thrives in a fast-paced, high-change environment and is passionate about safety, environmental stewardship, and operational excellence.
Where:
Richmond, BC. On-site leadership is required due to the nature of the facility operations.
How Much:
Generous base salary in the range of $135,000 - $150,000 commensurate with relevant work experience, education & qualifications. The total compensation includes a company vehicle, short-term incentive plan, health & dental benefits, and some great industry-based perks.
When & How to Apply:
This search is moving very quickly, and SWIM is presenting the profiles of short-listed candidates directly to the hiring team for review. If you already have a Recruiter at SWIM, please reach out very soon. If you do not yet have a contact at Swim Recruiting, please hit 'APPLY’ to send us your resume (preferably in MS Word format as it works best with our internal systems). Thank you!
Are you a collaborative team player with retail experience, especially in merchandising and planning? Do you have strong Excel skills, good financial acumen, and aptitude for retail math? Look no further!
This is a contract through January 2026 with one of Vancouvers most admired companies.
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Are you a collaborative team player with retail experience, especially in merchandising and planning? Do you have strong Excel skills, good financial acumen, and aptitude for retail math? Look no further!
This is a contract through January 2026 with one of Vancouvers most admired companies.
Who – The Company:
Our client is a Vancouver company with global operations and an impeccable reputation. They are a people-centric organization, known for their collaborative team culture.
What- The Role:
This role is responsible for strategic execution of licensed markets inventory flow, including optimization of inventory supply quantification & deployment to maximize potential of market demand.
Teamwork and clear communication are essential. You are an essential part of the cross functional team collaborating with merchandising, store operations, DC network planning & licensed market buyers/planners. You have razor sharp attention to detail but also able to think big picture.
Work in partnership with distribution and logistics teams to execute the efficient and accurate flow of merchandise to partners, including reviewing & systematically processing all weekly orders for shipping.
Recommends seasonal merchandise flow strategies that maximize sales and customer experience.
Executes detailed analysis to drive performance within licensed markets.
Supporting the accuracy & data integrity of the reporting for seasonal in-line business (on-order, product flow reporting).
Responsible for inputting, updating, and maintaining data integrity across all merchandising systems and internal files and databases:
Review and validate seasonal Pos.
Create manual seasonal and non-seasonal PRs.
Execute seasonal product flow changes to In-Store Date and execute Ship Mode Changes.
Input PO Change requests into POC file, liaise with LLO and approve vendor-initiated changes.
Input chase requests into the Chase Ledger and communicate requests to cross-functional partners.
Responsible for merchandise TOP sample management, color & fabric sample management. Responsible for preparing product samples for merchandise meetings and product presentations. Responsible for inventory management, shipping of samples and organization of samples.
In partnership with Product Manager, supporting day-to-day communication from the business to Licensed Market partners regarding relevant delivery information, product markdowns, re-orders, cancellations & additions to the seasonal offer.
Support manager in ad-hoc reporting, market research, and other miscellaneous projects as needed.
Who- the Candidate:
BA, BSc, BBA, BCom (or equivalent), specialization in Retail or Merchandising Management an asset.
Retail experience preferred and Merchandising & Planning experience is an asset.
Proficient in Microsoft Office programs, expert knowledge of Excel is required.
Financial acumen and understanding of retail math.
Proven ability building collaborative team relationships.
How much:
$37-39/hr + 4% vacation pay.
Where:
Vancouver, 3 days onsite (Tues/Wed/Thurs), Mon/Fri remote.
When & How To Apply:
Swim Recruiting has been engaged as a trusted recruitment agency partner on this important search. If you are interested and already have a Recruiter at Swim, please reach out very soon.
Fascinating public company that is purpose driven working towards therapies and treatments. The company is going through huge growth growing year over year and include a great group of smart, talented, collaborative individuals including a fantastic leadership team that are passionate about what they do!
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Facilities Technician opportunity with a fascinating public company doing great things! Our client is seeking an experienced Facilities Technician with 3 – 5 years relevant experience for this unique opportunity to join a purpose-based organization.
Who - the Company:
Fascinating public company that is purpose driven working towards therapies and treatments. The company is going through huge growth growing year over year and include a great group of smart, talented, collaborative individuals including a fantastic leadership team that are passionate about what they do!
This opportunity:
Facilities Technician to support the Facilities Team. The ideal candidate should have prior knowledge of mechanical, electrical and plumbing systems. This individual must be a self-starter with a keen interest in learning about facilities maintenance and building operations. This individual must work well both independently and in a team environment, while being able to prioritize facility requests. The ideal candidate will have strong communication skills and be able to assist individuals at all levels of the organization. The successful candidate is an individual who is mechanically inclined, takes pride in his/her work, brings energy to his/her job, makes safety a priority and has a strong attention to detail.
This position reports to the Senior Manager, Facilities.
The level of the position will be commensurate with the candidate’s education and industry experience. This role is an on-site position, requiring 5 days per week on-site at Burnaby location.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Support and maintain building and laboratory operational mechanical infrastructure in line with company objectives and goals.
Support the facilities and building maintenance support activities, including routine checks and maintenance on building HVAC, DDC control system, generators, pumps, compressors, boilers, chiller, house vacuum system, and basic plumbing.
Assist and resolve various FacilitiesHelp requests from staff.
Assist Corporate activities, such as setting up/cleaning up for company events and meetings, setting up seating for new hiring, and help with recycling.
Assist in mechanical lab instrument site preparation activities and requirements.
Assist the team on Facilities upgrade projects and work closely with his/her supervisor and with external trades and contractors.
Keep operational areas clean and tidy.
Available for occasional after-hours call outs in the event of facility emergencies.
Act in accordance with Company policies, including, for example, the Code of Business Conduct and Ethics.
Other duties as assigned.
Who - the Candidate:
Required Knowledge & Skills
Basic understanding of mechanical, electrical and plumbing systems.
At least 3-5 years facility maintenance experience is highly desirable.
Power Engineer 5th Class certification would be an asset.
Safety oriented with strong attention to detail.
Excellent organizational and computer skills.
Must be physically able to lift up to 25 kilograms (i.e. 55 pounds) comfortably.
Excellent communication skills with others within all levels of the organization.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
A self-starter with the ability to solve problems.
Flexible and has a willingness to learn and adapt to changing demands and goals.
Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
Ability to work in a quick-paced environment, adapt well to changing circumstances, direction, and strategy.
Where:
Burnaby, 5 days on site.
How Much:
The base salary range for this role is $57,430 to $67,000 CAD preferably. Base salary is determined by a combination of factors including, but not limited to, education and other qualifications, years of relevant experience, and internal equity.
Total Rewards program includes base salary, target bonus, and stock options, as well as a full range of benefits including medical, dental, vision, short-& long-term disability, accidental death & dismemberment, and life insurance programs, Employee Assistance Program, travel insurance, and retirement savings programs with company matching contributions.
When & How to Apply:
This search is moving extremely quickly! If you already have a Recruiter at SWIM, please reach out very soon. If you do not yet have a contact at Swim Recruiting, please hit 'APPLY NOW' and send us your resume.
This is a rare opportunity to lead high-impact modeling and reporting initiatives that directly influence inventory strategy and operational performance across a North American distribution network.
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Modeling Expert – Inventory Health Reporting
This is a rare opportunity to lead high-impact modeling and reporting initiatives that directly influence inventory strategy and operational performance across a North American distribution network.
Join a forward-thinking team where your advanced modeling skills, sharp insights, and storytelling with data will shape how inventory health is measured and optimized at scale.
Who – The Company:
Our client, one of Vancouver’s most sought-after companies to work for, with global operations and an impeccable reputation.
What- The Role:
Our client is looking for a highly skilled and experienced modeling expert to lead the design, development, and continuous improvement of their inventory health and capacity reporting framework. This senior-level role will drive analytical rigor across their supply chain, enabling data-driven decisions that optimize inventory flow, minimize risk, and improve operational efficiency across their North America DC network.
Build and maintain robust analytical models and reporting pipelines to monitor inventory performance and track historical trends (eg. Total and DC inventory turns, units-per-carton density in reserve racking, SKU count, inventory availability, etc.).
Build scalable, self-serve dashboards in PowerBI that enable both high-level tracking and root cause diagnostics.
Partner with cross-functional partners to align on key inventory segments and provide clear, actionable insights on top performing inventory to drive decision making.
Leverage SQL, Python, and statistical forecasting techniques to create dynamic models and automate reporting workflows.
Who- the Candidate:
6+ years of experience in building operational & financial modeling, preferably within inventory management and fulfillment.
Strong understanding of key inventory health metrics.
Exceptions Excel modeling skills are required; familiarity with Power BI, RMS/ WMS is a plus.
Ability to build and explain models that connect operational performance with P&L impact.
Strong and clear communication required.
How much:
Competitive hourly wage in the range of $60-70/hr + 4% vacation pay, if incorporated, please discuss with Swim.
Where:
Vancouver, hybrid working conditions, 4 days onsite.
When & How To Apply:
Swim Recruiting has been engaged as a trusted recruitment agency partner on this important search. If you already have a Recruiter at SWIM, please reach out very soon. If you do not yet have a contact at Swim Recruiting, please hit 'APPLY NOW' to send us your resume. Thank you!
Well-rounded senior purchasing role with a reputable and well-established BC-based manufacturing company with a loyal customer base across Canada. Excellent career opportunity for someone who wants to steadily grow in their career over the years with a stable, well-managed, and friendly company. Full-time permanent employee role based in Burnaby.
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Well-rounded senior purchasing role with a reputable and well-established BC-based manufacturing company with a loyal customer base across Canada. Excellent career opportunity for someone who wants to steadily grow in their career over the years with a stable, well-managed, and friendly company. Full-time permanent employee role based in Burnaby.
Who- the Company:
Our Client was established decades ago and creates high quality products with happy customers (B2B and B2C) across Canada. The company sells their products to many large companies that will be familiar to most candidates. In the last couple of years, the organization has undertaken a major rejuvenation of the corporate culture which is ongoing. The Company has a supportive, friendly, and fast-paced work environment, with a focus on their core values and giving back to the community.
What- the Role:
SWIM is recruiting for a new Purchaser (or Senior Purchaser, depending on experience level) who will conduct the sourcing and procurement of packaging, raw materials, equipment, and supplies for a variety of operational and manufacturing needs at the company. The Purchaser will make sure purchasing of goods and supplies is taking place efficiently and cost-effectively. The Purchaser will directly conduct price negotiation and contract terms.
The Purchaser will directly report into the Supply Manager and will support the broader supply chain and manufacturing teams with replenishing inventory, improving purchasing value and purchasing power, risk management, and foreseeing and avoiding procurement delays and issues, all while complying with the company’s safety standards and policies.
The new Purchaser will be able to make a direct positive impact on the business’ sourcing and procurement functions. This is a great opportunity for someone who wants to see steady career growth over the years with a reputable Canadian organization that has a friendly corporate culture!
What- the Responsibilities:
Responsible for strategic sourcing, contract negotiation, order execution and vendor performance management.
Hands-on execution of the end-to-end purchasing cycle, from issuing purchase orders (POs) to tracking deliveries, ensuring timely receipt of materials, packaging, and supplies needed for operations.
Maintain accurate procurement records, including contracts, vendor communication, and order confirmations, while supporting the ongoing improvement of administrative workflows.
Use ERP and MRP systems and other tools to monitor inventory levels, generate purchase orders, and align supply with production forecasts and business needs.
Support vendor relationship management by updating supplier records, monitoring delivery performance, tracking cost changes, and assisting with negotiations.
Collaborate across teams to anticipate material needs, prevent stockouts, and provide regular updates on inventory status and lead times.
Assist in preparing purchasing reports and performance dashboards, helping identify cost-saving opportunities and areas for process improvement.
Act as the initial point of contact for product quality concerns, managing the lifecycle of supplier complaints and ensuring proper follow-up and resolution.
Stay informed on industry developments and procurement trends to support strategic sourcing, cost management, and compliance with safety and regulatory standards.
Who- the Candidate:
We’re seeking a purchasing professional who is self-motivated, resourceful, detail-oriented, and organized. Qualified candidates will have at least 4 years and ideally 6+ years of relevant work experience and must have worked in a sourcing/procurement/purchasing role in the manufacturing sector.
Excellent communication skills (verbal and written) are important in this role, as is a collaborative approach to work and the ability to partner with colleagues in a variety of departments such supply chain, manufacturing, finance, and operations.
A diploma or degree in business, supply chain, logistics, or a similar discipline is preferred.
Professional accreditation in procurement or purchasing, such as SCMP or CPM, is considered an advantage (already certified or actively pursuing).
Experience in a similar senior purchasing role in a fast-paced production or manufacturing setting.
Excellent negotiation and vendor management skills.
Skilled in managing supplier relationships, processing orders, and overseeing stock levels.
Familiarity with regulatory requirements and best practices in industries with strict safety or quality standards is highly valued.
Solid understanding of procurement-related budgeting, cost analysis, and expenditure tracking.
Strong administrative background, including handling purchasing records, conducting data entry, and generating routine reports.
Systems-
Comfortable using Microsoft Office applications and enterprise resource planning (ERP) platforms
Prior experience with manufacturing systems (MRP) is advantageous.
Ability and willingness to continuously optimize, automate, and customize system use.
How Much:
Base salary commensurate with level of education and relevant supply chain work experience, in the range of $65,000 to $80,000. Please discuss your total compensation expectations in further detail with SWIM.
Where:
The Senior Purchaser / Purchaser will be based out of the Company’s beautiful headquarters in Burnaby. There will be occasional travel within the lower mainland for this role.
When & How to Apply:
Swim Recruiting will be shortlisting candidates on behalf of our Client and presenting profiles to the hiring team for review. Please reach out to your Recruiter at SWIM at your earliest opportunity if you are interested and would like to discuss further. If you do not yet have a Recruitment Consultant at SWIM, please hit “APPLY”. Only candidates who are considered qualified for the role will be contacted. Thank you!
Supply Chain Analyst
Help drive process clarity and alignment during a pivotal time of growth as this global brand scales Agile Purchasing over the next year. If you're skilled in process mapping, documentation, and collaborating with cross-functional teams in supply chain and merchandising, this role offers the chance to make an immediate impact.
Hybrid working environment of 2-4 days in-office. This is initially a contract through January 2026 with intent to extend barring any unforeseen circumstances.
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Supply Chain Analyst
Help drive process clarity and alignment during a pivotal time of growth as this global brand scales Agile Purchasing over the next year. If you're skilled in process mapping, documentation, and collaborating with cross-functional teams in supply chain and merchandising, this role offers the chance to make an immediate impact.
Hybrid working environment of 2-4 days in-office. This is initially a contract through January 2026 with intent to extend barring any unforeseen circumstances.
Who – The Company:
Exciting opportunity to join a fast-growing international Vancouver based company and one of Vancouver’s finest! Our client is a people-centric organization and known for their collaborative team culture.
What- The Role:
Lead process mapping and documentation efforts to capture and maintain current and future state workflows as our client scales Agile Purchasing over the next 6–12 months.
Document and maintain current and future state process mapsusing tools like Visio, Lucidchart, Miro, or similar.
Lead and support process discovery sessions with business stakeholders to capture workflows, pain points, and opportunities.
Assist with requirements gathering and translate business needs into actionable functional specifications.
Maintain clear traceability between meeting notes, requirements, design decisions, risks, and assumptions.
Act as a conduit between the Supply Chain Strategy team and stakeholders in Merchandising, Merchandise Planning, Supply Planning, and other functions.
Support and facilitate meetings to align on process changes, technology needs, and priorities.
Support change management with clear documentation, training materials, and communication plans.
Gather, interpret, and analyze complex data to improve performance and identify patterns and trends.
Who – The Candidate:
Bachelor’s degreein supply chain, Business, Industrial Engineering, or a related field.
1–3 years of experience in supply chain, process improvement, or business analysis roles.
Strong process mapping and documentation skills - candidates must be comfortable and experienced with tools like Visio, Miro, or similar.
Experience in Supply Chain or Merchandising/Buying/Planning is strongly preferred to support alignment with key stakeholder groups.
Excellent communicationand collaboration skills with ability to work cross-functionally.
Comfortable operating in ambiguity with an ability to adapt to shifting priorities.
Logical and structured approach to problem solving, with strong attention to detail.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite required; experience with planning systems or ERP platformsis a plus.
Lean Six Sigma or other process improvement certification is a plus.
How much:
$37-43.20/hr commensurate with experience + 4% vacation pay.
Where:
Vancouver.
When & How to Apply:
Swim Recruiting has been engaged as a trusted recruitment agency partner on this important search. If you are interested and already have a Recruiter at Swim, please reach out very soon.
