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.
Very well-rounded, fulfilling, and interesting operations leadership role with a not-for-profit organization. Fantastic opportunity for someone who wants to be part of a high-performance, values-based, and extremely collaborative Executive Leadership Team. This is a crucial role, and the new Director of Operations will have plenty of opportunity to contribute directly to a shared vision for how to continue to improve operations in the years to come. Full-time permanent job, based in Surrey.
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Very well-rounded, fulfilling, and interesting operations leadership role with a not-for-profit organization. Fantastic opportunity for someone who wants to be part of a high-performance, values-based, and extremely collaborative Executive Leadership Team. This is a crucial role, and the new Director of Operations will have plenty of opportunity to contribute directly to a shared vision for how to continue to improve operations in the years to come. Full-time permanent job, based in Surrey.
Who- the Company:
Our client is a well-established NPO (non-profit organization) located in Surrey that is known for doing very good work in the community. The organization is very well-resourced, reputable, and asset-rich, with a bright future and an exciting vision. SWIM can provide more insight into the organization’s culture, values, history, and leadership.
What- the Role:
SWIM is looking for a new Director of Operations for this wonderful organization. This role is open due to an upcoming retirement. The Director will oversee and lead teams facilities (1 Sr Mgr direct report and 6 indirect), food services (1 Mgr direct report and 6 indirect), ITadministration (outsourced 3rd party IT services vendor), and communications (1 direct report). Total team size of 3 direct reports and 12+ indirect reports. The organization has over 200 employees, with approximately 20 of those folks working at the corporate office and the rest of the team working in operations and services at various sites/facilities.
The Director of Operations reports to the leadership team to support alignment with organizational operations and service delivery priorities. The new Director of Operations will provide organization-wide leadership to support the effective delivery of services across all sites and programs. This leader will ensure the organization has the operational infrastructure, systems, and supports required to meet strategic, regulatory, and service delivery objectives.
The Director oversees facilities and asset management, food services, capital planning, procurement, contracts and leases, risk management, business continuity planning, emergency preparedness and key operational projects. Working closely with the Executive Team and community partners, the Director of Operations supports operational excellence, organizational sustainability, and alignment with the mission and values of the NPO.
Who- the Candidate:
We are seeking a candidate with 8+ years’ relevant and progressive operations experience in multi-site organizations, including at least a few years as a member of a senior leadership team in a Director capacity.
Experience overseeing operations for 2+ facilities, including experience with design, construction and maintenance of facilities projects and operations, preferably in a community setting.
Experience overseeing construction projects is very valuable, with a demonstrated ability to lead projects of various sizes and see them through to completion.
Post-secondary education is required, ideally with a Master’s degree in a relevant area.
Experience working for a mid-sizeNPO is a significant asset.
Experience in a unionized workforce is highly preferred as most of this organization’s employees are unionized (this role and all direct reports into the Director are exempt).
Experience working in the health sector(mental health and/or physical health) is highly preferred, but not required for a quick learner who is personally interested in/passionate about the valuable health services that this organization provides. Project Management Professional (PMP) certification is beneficial, with a strong understanding of formal project management methodologies.
Experience in food services is beneficial but not required.
Experience leading internal communications and IT services is preferred.
Proficiency in MS Office suite (particularly Excel for budget management, but also Outlook, Word, and PowerPoint).
Budget management experience.
Beyond the “on-paper” skills and experience, we are looking for a long list of soft skills and personality attributes- the new Director will be authentic, genuine, humble yet confident, highly collaborative, competent, resourceful, ethical, compassionate, hardworking, and transparent. We’re looking for folks who have a great sense of humour, and who are having fun and keeping it real even when the going gets tough. The C-Suite and ELT at this NPO enjoy working together, and have a shared passion for the meaningful, important services the organization provides to hundreds of people in the Lower Mainland. The Director of Operations will be highly accountable to the functions that they lead, and will do all they can to foresee and then eliminate/reduce risks to the organization from an operational perspective.
Where:
This is a full-time and in-office Monday to Friday role, working from the corporate office in ev as well as from a few facilities/sites elsewhere in Surrey and the Fraser Valley. The Director will need to have their own vehicle and a clean, valid driver's license.
How Much:
Base salary for this role is in the range of $115,000 to $130,000- but please note the high end is reserved for candidates who have not only the required qualifications but also all of the nice-to-have pieces. The salary sweet spot is $120,000 to $125,000. Additionally, the Director of Operations will receive robust health, dental, and vision benefits, a municipal pension plan (which can be transferred if the hired individual happens to already be on the same pension plan), professional development support, and a generous amount of paid time off (vacation days, personal days, cultural days, etc.). Please discuss your compensation expectations in more detail with SWIM.
When & How to Apply:
SWIM is conducting initial interviewing and will be presenting shortlisted candidates directly to the hiring team for review. The selection process will involve a panel interview, a behavioral assessment, a follow-up interview, reference checks and background checks, etc. Swim Recruiting can share plenty more information than what we have covered here.
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!
This is a short-term temporary contract to support for upcoming vacation coverage on their Shipping & Receiving team. Ideally, they are looking for someone with prior experience in a similar environment and comfortable using handheld scanning devices to receive packages, supporting employees with package pick-up, and scanning items out of the system once picked up.
Contract dates: April 27 - May 19, excluding May 18.
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Shipping & Receiving Specialist
This is a short-term temporary contract to support for upcoming vacation coverage on their Shipping & Receiving team. Ideally, they are looking for someone with prior experience in a similar environment and comfortable using handheld scanning devices to receive packages, supporting employees with package pick-up, and scanning items out of the system once picked up.
Contract dates: April 27 - May 19, excluding May 18.
Who – The Company:
Our client is one of Vancouvers most sought-after companies to work for, with global operations and an impeccable reputation.
What- The Role:
Welcome and assist employees, couriers, and vendors in the mailroom, ensuring a smooth and professional experience.
Oversee all incoming and outgoing mail, continuously optimizing processes to support our rapid growth.
Establish and maintain efficient shipping and receiving routines, prioritizing speed, accuracy, and consistency.
Coordinate and oversee all outbound shipments, ensuring products are shipped and received according to schedule.
Collaborate regularly with Shipping & Receiving Specialists, the Office Services Manager, and key stakeholders to ensure smooth operations.
Work cross-functionally with Logistics, Technology, Product, and Brand teams to streamline processes and address needs.
Provide couriers with necessary documentation for delivery exceptions and customs clearance.
Maintain a clean, organized, and orderly mailroom, ensuring it remains conducive to productivity and safety.
Conduct departmental audits on a bi-weekly, monthly, and quarterly basis, producing and maintaining reports for department leadership.
Serve as the subject matter expert on customs requirements, shipping declarations, and packaging specifications.
Support employees by offering guidance and answering queries related to shipping procedures.
Coordinate remote pick-up processes with vendors across Canada, the U.S., and internationally.
Maintain up-to-date shipping and receiving information on internal communication platforms for easy access and reference.
Manage and order mailroom supplies and necessary equipment to ensure smooth operations.
Take on special projects and additional assignments as directed by the Office Services Manager.
Who- the Candidate:
Completion of secondary school and a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent practical experience.
Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to convey information clearly and effectively.
Outstanding guest service, organizational, and time management skills, with a focus on delivering results.
Discreet and trustworthy, with the ability to maintain the highest level of confidentiality.
Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with flexibility and adaptability.
High attention to detail and a task-oriented mindset, with strong problem-solving abilities and a collaborative spirit.
Committed to fostering diversity and inclusivity in the workplace.
Regular lifting (up to 50 lbs.) and handling of pallets (50 lbs. or more) with care and safety.
Proven analytical and critical thinking skills, with the ability to identify and resolve issues efficiently.
Familiarity with shipping documentation and an understanding of related processes and requirements.
Reliable and responsible, with a strong sense of accountability and commitment to tasks.
Creative and innovative, with a passion for generating new ideas and thinking outside the box.
Strong experience with Microsoft Office Suite programs.
How much:
Hourly wage in the range of $29-30/hr + 4% vacation pay. Where:
Vancouver, 5 days onsite in office.
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!
Support key merchandising operations that keep product moving through the go-to-market lifecycle - playing a hands-on role in ensuring the right product is in the right place at the right time.
No direct sample experience needed - this is a great opportunity for someone with merchandising operations experience (apparel preferred) to step into a fast-paced, collaborative environment and build on their skillset.
This is a contract through January 2027 with potential opportunity for extension. Hybrid working model of 4 days onsite and 1 day remote.
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Merch Ops Sample Coordinator
Support key merchandising operations that keep product moving through the go-to-market lifecycle - playing a hands-on role in ensuring the right product is in the right place at the right time.
No direct sample experience needed - this is a great opportunity for someone with merchandising operations experience (apparel preferred) to step into a fast-paced, collaborative environment and build on their skillset.
This is a contract through January 2027 with potential opportunity for extension. Hybrid working model of 4 days onsite and 1 day remote.
Who- the Company:
Exciting opportunity to join a fast-growing international Vancouver based apparel company and one of Vancouver’s finest! Our client is a people-centric organization and known for their collaborative team culture.
What- the Role:
The Merchandising Operations team executes projects alongside Merchandising and Go-To-Market teams supporting transformative global product strategies that ensure our client has the right assortment in the right place at the right time to fulfill their guests’ unmet needs to deepen their guest relationships, grow their brand and deliver on their long-term enterprise goals. Across our client, teams use sample garments to create brand assets and make informed business decisions. The Merchandising Operations teams makes this possible by managing critical steps of the sample process and supporting cross-functional team utilization of samples throughout the go-to-market lifecycle.
The Merch Ops Sample Coordinator, will coordinate the use and distribution of various sample types (including but not limited to GLF Merch & GLF Colour), including the daily and seasonal activities needed to maintain critical sample sets for key go-to-market milestones.
Identify and socialize inbound GLF Sample timelines for physical apparel, accessories, and special products seasonally
Liaise with Sample Operations to ensure accurate and timely delivery of samples
Support Sample Ops in receiving and distributing Colour Samples to the associated teams prior to key Go-To-Market milestones
Lead GLF Merch sample receiving and handoff to Global & Regional Merch teams following key Go-To-Market milestones
Monitor sample status to identify gaps to be solved
Maintain GLF Samples active inventory database
Manage sample utilization requests from cross-functional teams, lead sample consolidation/tracking/return in collaboration with Merch and requesting teams
Support with additional Merch Ops and/or Sample Operations tasks as required
Who – the Candidate:
Proactive mindset and passion for process improvement and problem-solving
Exceptional written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
Self-directed, timely, and reliable in planning and execution of responsibilities
Extremely organized, takes high direction and able to manage time effectively
Must be an effective team player who can work across departments and with multiple partners to achieve goals under tight deadlines
Ability to work in a fast paced, deadline driven environment and has a willingness to learn
Proficient in using Microsoft Excel and can quickly learn software systems such as Power Automate, Miro Board and AI Tools
2 years’ experience working for a vertical retailer, apparel experience preferred
How Much:
Hourly rate of $30-35/hr commensurate with experience + 4% vacation pay
Where:
Vancouver, BC
When & How to Apply:
This search is moving very quickly. Swim will be presenting short-listed candidates directly to the hiring team for consideration. If interested, please reach out very soon!
Fraser Valley (Abbotsford, Mission, Chilliwack), British Columbia, Canada
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March 30, 2026
Senior Regional Property Manager with a very well-established, diversified, and reputable home developer. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone looking for an interesting and fulfilling management role with a stable and growing business. Based in the Fraser Valley.
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Senior Regional Property Manager with a very well-established, diversified, and reputable home developer. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone looking for an interesting and fulfilling management role with a stable and growing business. Based in the Fraser Valley.
Who- the Company:
The company was established many years ago and is well-managed and well-respected. They have operations in Western Canada and Western US and close to 400 employees. The organization has built a collaborative, fun-loving, and people-centric culture. The people working at this company value integrity, innovation, hard work, and providing high quality products to homeowners. If you are a Property Management professional with 5+ years of relevant work experience who is looking for a successful and exciting company to work for, this could be the place for you!
What- the Role:
On behalf of our client, SWIM is seeking a new Senior Regional Property Manager join a tightknit property management team. This position oversees a team in charge of all the operational aspects related to the management of residential properties such as maintaining high tenant satisfaction, ensuring financial performance, and adhering to all relevant regulations and standards.
In addition, this position plays a critical role on the assessment of potential acquisitions, establishing Proforma KPIs, providing input on renovation efforts, and any other activities to prepare newly acquired properties for rental.
This role is well-rounded and focuses on developing the team through clear guidance, constructive feedback, and the ability to inspire others while fostering a results-driven work environment.
Who- the Candidate:
We are looking for an individual with at least 5 years of progressive work experience within Residential Property Management and at least 2 years in a leadership capacity. We are looking for candidates who have a well-rounded Property Management skill set and who thrive on a mix of overseeing properties in the region and providing team support. Candidates will have a friendly, clear, and professional communication style, and the ability to build trusting relationships across the business in all departments. Ideally the successful candidate for this role will live in the Fraser Valley Region and will view the office location as a big plus!
How Much:
Competitive base salary commensurate with level of experience, and education- likely in the range of $90,000 to $120,000. The company will provide their new Senior Property Manager with a solid overall compensation package, including an RRSP match, health benefits including an annual health spending account, and paid vacation time. The are other great perks for employees, as well plenty of fun team-building events for employees and their families throughout the year.
Where:
Our client is headquartered in the Fraser Valley Region, close to a Highway. It’s a good location for people living in or around Abbotsford, Mission, Chilliwack, Agassiz, etc. Ideally, we will find a Property Manager who is currently doing a long commute from the Fraser Valley into Vancouver and is looking for something closer to home!
The Property Management team is based full-time in the corporate office. There is plenty of free employee parking provided. This company has a full-time in office set-up, but they also give employees a great deal of trust and flexibility- it’s a great place for someone who is self-motivated and hard-working who can manage their time well and doesn’t want or require micromanagement.
When & How to Apply:
Swim Recruiting has been engaged as the exclusive recruitment agency partner on this search and will be presenting the profiles of short-listed candidates directly to the hiring team. 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 but PDF is also fine). Thank you!
Supply Chain Project Manager
Youll act as a central facilitator within Raw Materials Commercialization - bringing multiple functions together, clarifying roles and ownership, and turning complex cross-functional work into clear, documented processes that teams can consistently follow.
This contract runs through February 2027.
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Supply Chain Project Manager
Youll act as a central facilitator within Raw Materials Commercialization - bringing multiple functions together, clarifying roles and ownership, and turning complex cross-functional work into clear, documented processes that teams can consistently follow.
This contract runs through February 2027.
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:
The Supply Chain Project Manager is responsible for overseeing specific projects within the Global Supply Chain program portfolio. This can include work within complex cross-functional transformations, new go-to-market initiatives, and targeted projects in certain regions or locations. The Project Manager works with Global Supply Chain leadership to stand up and lead a project within the strategic PMO portfolio, helping plan, design, and deliver on project milestones and deliverables while supporting business priorities such as growth, service, and cost improvements. Key Responsibilities:
Partner with multiple business functional teams to:
Process map current and future states.
Clarify Roles & Responsibilities across the Raw Materials Commercialization group.
Identify how a specific group will leverage existing systems and tools to execute their work.
Collaborate with Product Management and Technology to develop a phased roadmap of deliverables.
Support Product Management and Technology teams with project execution.
Support documentation needs, including SOPs, and other requirements.
Who- the Candidate:
B.A./B.S. in Business, Engineering, or technical area required.
MBA or other Master's degree preferred.
Minimum of 5-7+ years' experience in consulting, project management, or a similar field.
Strong attention to detail with advanced planning and organizational skills.
Experienced in facilitating cross‑functional workshops and leading multidisciplinary workstreams.
Skilled in process mapping, SOP development, and creating core project management artifacts.
Effective stakeholder engagement and clear, structured communication.
Proven ability to gather requirements, translate inputs into actionable plans, and drive alignment.
Strong risk and dependency management across complex initiatives.
Systems thinker with an understanding of tools, workflows, and cross‑functional processes.
Experience supporting change management, training, and adoption initiatives.
Operations or consulting experience can be valuable.
Project management experience in consumer supply chain operations is preferred, with apparel industry experience viewed as a plus.
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite products.
How much:
Competitive hourly wage in the range of $50-65/hr + 4% vacation pay. If you are incorporated, please discuss with Swim.
Where:
Vancouver, hybrid working conditions, 2-3 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!
Analyst, Planning Operations
The role will primarily focus on data validation and cleansing, particularly related to product attribution, with possible support on additional projects. The individual will also help build tools and templates to support crossâfunctional teams.
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Analyst, Planning Operations
The role will primarily focus on data validation and cleansing, particularly related to product attribution, with possible support on additional projects. The individual will also help build tools and templates to support cross‑functional teams.
We’re looking for a candidate who is strong in Excel, Power BI, and PowerPoint, and ideally has product or planning experience.
This is a 6-month contract to start with chance for extension should business needs/performance align.
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:
Reporting to the Global Inventory & Planning Operations Manager, this role focuses on ensuring accurate and consistent product data across the business. A typical day includes consolidating and rolling up product attribution data, validating accuracy to ensure it meets business needs, and partnering cross-functionally to resolve missing or incorrect attributes. The role also involves building and maintaining tools, templates, and clear guidelines that enable teams to use data consistently, driving global alignment and operational efficiency.
Lead global data rollups for product attribution, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and business readiness.
Validate and audit product data to ensure it aligns with reporting and operational needs.
Partner cross-functionally to resolve missing, inconsistent, or incorrect product attributes.
Develop and maintain reports, tools, templates, and documentation to ensure consistent and standardized data usage across teams.
Establish clear guidelines to ensure consistency in how data is used and presented across regions.
Identify opportunities for process improvement to enhance operational efficiency and global consistency.
Who- the Candidate:
Bachelor’s degree in business, Economics, Finance, Supply Chain, or a related field.
1–3 years of experience in product retail planning, operations, or data analytics.
Strong analytical skills with experience using data to drive business decisions.
Advanced proficiency in Excel, proficiency in PowerPoint, and working knowledge of Power BI.
Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple priorities effectively.
Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to collaborate cross-functionally.
How much:
$37-$38.25/hr + 4% vacation pay.
Where:
Vancouver, Hybrid 4 days a week, Fridays remote.
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!
Sample Operations Manager, North America
Join a creative, fast-moving team that brings style and innovation to every project across North America. Youll be the go-to person connecting creative, styling, and product operationsâbuilding workflows, managing samples and budgets, and leading small teams to bring projects to life.
This is a 1-year contract and will start early May.
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Sample Operations Manager, North America
Join a creative, fast-moving team that brings style and innovation to every project across North America. Youll be the go-to person connecting creative, styling, and product operations—building workflows, managing samples and budgets, and leading small teams to bring projects to life.
This is a 1-year contract and will start early May.
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 sits within North America (NA) Creative Operations and works directly with the NA Styling Team who executes the elevated look and feel of our client’s products. Their imprint as a team touches all NA regional projects that are guest-facing from a Brand Creative lens. This role will support many NA projects upstream and downstream with expertise in operational workflow, cross-functional communication, delivery into key GTM milestones for creative / styling, and budget management. This role will be the main connection point with NA Styling, NA Brand Management & GTM Ops, NA Product Operations partners and Global Styling & Sample Operations.
Be a primary conduit between our Global Product Operations, Global Styling & Sample Operations and NA Styling teams.
Strategize, build and implement operational workflows for NA Styling and Samples.
Oversee NA sample operations and samples program with a goal to optimize year over year, including Top Of Production (TOP), Brand Marketing Early Samples (BM), Distribution Centre (DC), Sample Order Request (SOR) programs.
Oversee Internal Use Product Orders (IUPO), logistics and sample management for NA Campaigns & Weeklies.
Optimize sample order intake and volume with Brand Management, Merchandising and Styling to ensure orders align with project objectives, key looks and budget.
Redefine roles & responsibilities within NA Sample Operations, and support with org design.
Manage day-day of Store Operations Support (SOS) team, support with time-tracking, recruiting and onboarding of new hires as needed.
Manage and report on NA samples budget.
Report on NA samples activity (ie. what’s ordered vs used, discrepancies) and find ways to optimize, forecast and inform data-driven decisions.
Oversee Closet and Archive exit strategy and implement policies to ensure appropriate inventory and physical space considerations are actioned.
Build business cases for any CAPEX investment opportunities, ie. additional physical space, closet infrastructure.
Lead development and ongoing evolution of Inventory Management tool assessment and implementation.
Who- the Candidate:
8+ years of direct experience supporting cross-functional work in an operations function.
Experience managing and developing people (1-4).
Strong proficiency with inventory management tools and systems like TRACK.
Strong proficiency with budgeting tools, including Microsoft Excel and PM software like Monday.com.
Experience working with styling teams and business partners.
Ability to prioritize multiple projects and tasks, with project changes, and reliably meet deadlines.
A genuine passion for creative, styling and creative operations; track record instilling operational excellence for a creative, product or styling team.
Must be a self-starter, critical thinker, team player, thrives working in a fast-paced entrepreneurial environment, organized, detail oriented, collaborative, and flexible.
Strong sense of ownership and accountability.
You love building processes from scratch and being a connector.
Strong communication skills with a focus on clarity.
Clear understanding of retail GTM process and creative process.
Ability to lead people as direct reports and those around you through sometimes ambiguous processes, as we build and develop along the way.
Positive approach to problem-solving via analytical thinking and operational efficacy.
Self-motivated, able to build new processes and bring new ways of doing things, in a fast-paced environment on multiple workstreams.
Aptitude for working quickly, efficiently, and keeping pace with a fast-moving and ever-evolving team.
How much:
$61.50-$63.90/hr + 4% vacation pay.
Where:
Vancouver | hybrid schedule - 4 days/week onsite, 1 remote.
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!
Analyst, Fulfillment Inventory Management
This is a hands-on opportunity to partner with experienced analysts and help optimize inventory processes, reporting, and workflows across the fulfillment network. Youâll drive improvements, automate models, and contribute to foundational initiatives that impact operational efficiency and strategic decision-making.
This is a contract through January 31, 2027, with potential for extension should business needs and performance align.
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Analyst, Fulfillment Inventory Management
This is a hands-on opportunity to partner with experienced analysts and help optimize inventory processes, reporting, and workflows across the fulfillment network. You’ll drive improvements, automate models, and contribute to foundational initiatives that impact operational efficiency and strategic decision-making.
This is a contract through January 31, 2027, with potential for extension should business needs and performance align.
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:
Support fulfillment inventory health and inventory management initiatives with month end reporting and tracking of trends, highlighting anomalies and escalating need for support.
Work with experienced senior analysts and PBI developer to create new or improve existing processes and reporting.
Optimize and automate financial and operational models.
Optimize process and workflows.
Support inventory and exit initiatives with detailed data analysis in support of bottoms up tactical plans.
Who- the Candidate:
CPA and/or experience with financial modelling, financial background.
2+ years of retail or fulfillment experience.
Excel proficiency and experience working with PowerBI.
Comfortable creating own reports once a model is built (if the model is done on the back end).
Proven expertise in optimizing processes and workflows.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
How much:
Competitive hourly wage in the range of $50-56/hr + 4% vacation pay, if incorporated, please discuss with Swim.
Where:
Vancouver, hybrid working conditions, minimum 3 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!
Supply Chain Analyst
Looking for an analyst skilled at fast-paced process mapping who can extract high-level requirements from complex initiatives and demonstrate prior examples of mapped processes.
This is a contract through February 2027 with potential for extension should business needs and performance align.
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Supply Chain Analyst
Looking for an analyst skilled at fast-paced process mapping who can extract high-level requirements from complex initiatives and demonstrate prior examples of mapped processes.
This is a contract through February 2027 with potential for extension should business needs and performance align.
Who – The Company:
Our client is one of Vancouver’s most sought-after companies to work for with global operations and an impeccable reputation.
What- The Role:
Document and maintain current and future state process maps with industry-standard tools (e.g., Visio, or equivalent).
Support process discovery sessions with business stakeholders to capture workflows, pain points, and improvement opportunities.
Support process re-engineering initiatives aligned with broader transformation goals.
Assist in gathering and documenting functional business requirements with key stakeholders.
Translate business needs into clear, actionable functional specifications for technology teams.
Maintain traceability between meeting notes, requirements, design decisions, risks, and assumptions.
Assist in gathering and documenting functional business requirements with key stakeholders.
Translate business needs into clear, actionable functional specifications for technology teams.
Maintain traceability between meeting notes, requirements, design decisions, risks, and assumptions.
Who- the Candidate:
Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Industrial Engineering, or related field.
1–3 years of experience in supply chain, process improvement, or business analysis roles (internships included).
Strong documentation skills and proficiency with process mapping tools.
Excellent communication and collaboration skills; ability to work across multiple functions.
Demonstrated ability to operate in ambiguity and adapt to shifting priorities.
Experience with planning systems or enterprise platforms is a plus.
Lean Six Sigma or other process improvement certifications are a plus.
How much:
Competitive hourly wage in the range of $40-45.50/hr + 4% vacation pay, if incorporated, please discuss with Swim.
Where:
Vancouver, hybrid working conditions, minimum 3 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!
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 12-month contract in Vancouver. Hybrid working conditions of minimum 3 days onsite.
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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 12-month contract in Vancouver. Hybrid working conditions of minimum 3 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 3 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!
Support the planning and execution of outlet strategies, helping drive sales and inventory decisions behind the scenes. Join a collaborative team where your attention to detail and analytical skills play a key role in keeping the business running smoothly.
This is a contract that will run through January 31st, 2026 with chance for extension should business needs align.
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Planner, Outlet
Support the planning and execution of outlet strategies, helping drive sales and inventory decisions behind the scenes. Join a collaborative team where your attention to detail and analytical skills play a key role in keeping the business running smoothly.
This is a contract that will run through January 31st, 2026 with chance for extension should business needs align.
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:
The Outlet team is responsible for development and execution of clearance strategies and driving our Client’s Outlet business. The goal is to support the business in providing a premium brand experience by planning and executing clearance strategies to maximize sales at the highest possible margin.
This position is responsible for the day to day analytical and planning tasks required to manage and execute Outlet inventory movement and strategies; including but not limited to country & category sales targets, markdowns, gross margin, planned purchases, turn and open to buy management. Teamwork and clear communication are essential. You are an essential part of the cross functional team collaborating with F.P&A, mainline planning, store operations and DC’s. You have razor sharp attention to detail but also able to think big picture.
Develop sales and inventory plans for the Outlet by country, by class.
Analyze and reflect current trends in performance based on actual sales performance; revise in-season plans for sales and profitability; partner with planners & associate planners to control inventory flow and levels to maximize sales.
Communicate revisions within the team and cross functionally.
Provide a regular forecast update in Monthly Planning meetings.
Provide other analysis related to driving business goals (e.g. hindsights, etc.).
Prepare and participate in Business Review meetings and Open to Buy meetings.
Exhibit initiative to look beyond the everyday business to look for opportunities to maximize sales potential.
Who- the Candidate:
College certificate or University degree is required.
3-5 years merchandise planning experience.
Previous experience with merchandise and planning systems.
Expert knowledge of Excel is required.
Excellent team player as well as the ability to work independently.
Effective communication skills (written & verbal).
Extremely organized, thorough and able to prioritize.
Detail orientated.
How much:
$50 - $54/hr + + 4% vacation pay.
Where:
Vancouver, Hybrid 4 days a week is preferred; for contractors, manager can be flexible to 3 days a week minimum.
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!
Transformational Supply Chain Leader - Build, Fix, Improve, and Scale!
Are you a strategic supply chain leader ready to make a real impact? This role is ideal for someone with a builders mindset who thrives in complex manufacturing environments and enjoys leading change, scaling operations, and optimizing performance. A great opportunity to be part of a collaborative and forward-thinking leadership team, and to work in a high-growth global company. Very open to considering candidates from outside of Greater Vancouver who want to relocate.
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Transformational Supply Chain Leader - Build, Fix, Improve, and Scale!
Are you a strategic supply chain leader ready to make a real impact? This role is ideal for someone with a builders mindset who thrives in complex manufacturing environments and enjoys leading change, scaling operations, and optimizing performance. A great opportunity to be part of a collaborative and forward-thinking leadership team, and to work in a high-growth global company. Very open to considering candidates from outside of Greater Vancouver who want to relocate.
Who – the Company:
Our client is a well-established and innovation-driven industrial company with decades of success in designing and delivering high-performance products used globally. Headquartered in the Lower Mainland, the company has built a reputation for quality, customer service, and engineering excellence. The workplace culture is professional yet down-to-earth, where continuous improvement and teamwork are highly valued. If you're a driven supply chain leader looking for meaningful work in a growing organization—this is the place for you.
What – the Role:
On behalf of our client, SWIM is seeking a new Director, GlobalSupply Chain who will take charge of all supply chain-related functions including procurement, warehousing, logistics, materials management, production planning, demand forecasting, and supplier relationships. Leading a supply chain team of around 25 people (mix of direct reports and indirect reports, in a variety of functions including warehousing, materials, and procurement). Reporting into the General Manager.
This is not a “maintain-the-status-quo” role. The company is seeking someone who can build and improve systems, fix what’s not working, and scale operations for future growth. You'll be a key member of the leadership team, expected to bring a positive, proactive leadership presence and lead through change, driving performance, alignment, and results across departments. SWIM will provide interested candidates with a thorough job description.
Who – the Candidate:
We’re looking for a supply chain leader with at least 8 years of progressive experience in supply chain for manufacturing environments and a proven track record of improving systems, processes, and teams. You’re someone who thrives in evolving environments and brings both strategic thinking and hands-on problem solving to the table.
You lead with confidence and clarity, especially during times of change or challenge. Your communication style is collaborative and motivating, and you're comfortable working with cross-functional teams from shop floor to executive level. Bonus Points…
Professional qualifications and education such as…
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, Operations, or related field.
Lean Six Sigma training, ideally at or beyond Green Belt level.
Kaizen training.
Demonstrated experience driving lean initiatives and continuous improvement.
ERP systems experience (Oracle, SAP, JD Edwards, or similar).
Background in engineer-to-order (ETO) manufacturing or complex assembly.
Experience leading change initiatives and navigating business transformation
Experience in highly regulated or high-spec manufacturing environments.
How Much:
A competitive base salary commensurate with experience, skills, and qualifications- the current range is set at $145,000 to $170,000. Additionally, the Supply Chain Director will be eligible for a performance-based bonus, an RRSP match, extended health & dental benefits, paid vacation/sick time, and relevant professional development support. Please discuss your total compensation expectations in further detail with SWIM.
Where:
This is a full-time on-site leadership role. The office is based in the Fraser Valley. Great driving commute for someone living in Surrey, Newton, Langley, Murrayville, Aldergrove, Aberdeen, Bradner, Willoughby, Cloverdale, Campbell Heights, Walnut Grove, Willowbrook, Abbotsford, etc.
When & How to Apply:
SWIM Recruiting will be presenting the profiles of short-listed candidates directly to the hiring team. 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, but PDF is also fine). Thank you!
Are you a warehouse leader ready to make a real impact? This role is ideal for someone with a builders mindset who thrives in complex manufacturing environments and enjoys change management, scaling operations, and improving warehouse efficiency. A great opportunity to be part of a collaborative and forward-thinking management team, and to work in a high-growth global company.
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Are you a warehouse leader ready to make a real impact? This role is ideal for someone with a builders mindset who thrives in complex manufacturing environments and enjoys change management, scaling operations, and improving warehouse efficiency. A great opportunity to be part of a collaborative and forward-thinking management team, and to work in a high-growth global company.
Who – the Company:
Our client is a well-established and innovation-driven industrial company with decades of success in designing and delivering high-performance products used globally. Headquartered in the Fraser Valley, the company has built a reputation for quality, customer service, and engineering excellence. The workplace culture is professional yet down-to-earth, where continuous improvement and teamwork are highly valued. If you're a driven Warehousing & Materials professional looking for meaningful work in a growing organization—this is the place for you.
What – the Role:
On behalf of our client, SWIM is recruiting for a new Warehouse Supervisor who will take charge of all warehouse operations, including receiving, shipping, inventory control, logistics, and stakeholder interaction.
Leading a warehousing team of around 20 people (mix of direct reports and indirect reports). Reporting into the Supply Chain Manager.
This is not a “maintain-the-status-quo” role. The company is seeking someone who can build and improve warehouse processes, fix what’s not working, and scale operations for future growth. You'll be a key member of the management team. We are looking for someone with a positive and proactive leadership presence who can lead through change and drive results and performance across the warehouse function. SWIM will provide interested candidates with a thorough job description.
Who – the Candidate:
We’re looking for a Warehouse Supervisor with at least 4 years of progressive experience in warehousing within manufacturing environments and a proven track record leading and mentoring a large team (15+ people). Qualified candidates will have excellent communication skills (written and verbal). Bonus Points…
Professional qualifications and education such as…
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, Operations, or related field
Demonstrated experience driving lean initiatives and continuous improvement.
ERP and MRP systems experience (Oracle, SAP, JD Edwards, or similar)
Background in engineer-to-order (ETO) manufacturing or complex assembly
Experience leading change initiatives and navigating transformation of warehouse operations
Experience in highly regulated or high-spec manufacturing environments
Experience in a unionized work environment is preferred, not required.
How Much:
A competitive base salary commensurate with experience, skills, and qualifications- the current range is set at $90,000 to $100,000. Additionally, the Warehouse Supervisor will be eligible for a small performance-based bonus, an RRSP match, extended health & dental benefits, paid vacation/sick time, and relevant professional development support. Please discuss your total compensation expectations in further detail with SWIM.
Where:
This is a full-time on-site supervisory role. The office is based in the Fraser Valley. Great driving commute for someone living in Surrey, Langley, Newton, Murrayville, Aldergrove, Aberdeen, Bradner, Willoughby, Cloverdale, Campbell Heights, Walnut Grove, Willowbrook, Abbotsford, etc.
When & How to Apply:
SWIM Recruiting will be presenting the profiles of short-listed candidates directly to the hiring team. 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, but PDF is also fine). Thank you!
