Supply Assurance Jobs in Markham, Ontario, Canada
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Markham, Ontario, Canada
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About the role
Murata Power Solutions is powering what's next in high-performance, sustainable power conversion. We focus on two of the most transformative technology markets: Server, Storage, and Networking (SSN) and advanced automation, including robotics and energy storage. Ranked among the world’s top five suppliers of advanced power electronics, we deliver one of the industry’s widest selections of standard power products and lead in the design of custom, application-specific solutions. Known for the quality of our technology and the strength of our team, Murata Power Solutions offers the opportunity to work with talented engineers and a leadership group committed to growth, innovation, and partnership with many of the world’s leading OEMs.
POSITION SUMMARY
The Manager of Supply Assurance is responsible for ensuring continuity, resilience, and reliability of supply across the end‑to‑end supply chain. This role proactively identifies supply risks, develops mitigation strategies, and works cross‑functionally with Procurement, Supply Planning, Manufacturing, Quality, and Logistics to protect customer service and business performance. The position plays a critical role in managing constraints, supplier performance, and disruption response.
JOB DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES
- Own and execute the Supply Assurance strategy to ensure uninterrupted supply in support of customer demand, production plans, and business priorities.
- Identify, assess, and mitigate supply risks related to suppliers, materials, capacity, quality, logistics, and geopolitical or macroeconomic factors.
- Responsibilities include longer-term supply continuity agreements.
- Develop and maintain escalation protocols, and contingency plans for critical materials and suppliers.
- Lead cross‑functional response plans for supply disruptions, including shortages, supplier delays, capacity constraints, and transportation issues.
- Partner closely with Supply Planning, Procurement, and Manufacturing to align demand, supply, and inventory strategies.
- Monitor supplier performance and capacity health, escalating risks and driving corrective actions as needed.
- Drive root cause analysis for chronic supply issues and lead implementation of sustainable corrective and preventive actions.
- Support new product introductions, sourcing transitions, and supplier changes by assessing supply readiness and risk.
- Establish and track supply assurance KPIs such as material availability, recovery lead time, supply risk exposure, and service impact.
- Communicate supply risks, mitigation plans, and status updates clearly to leadership and key stakeholders.
- Lead and mentor a team of supply chain professionals, fostering a culture of proactive risk management and accountability.
EXPERIENCE REQUIRED
Education and Experience:
- Master’s degree or professional certification (APICS CPIM/CSCP, PMP, or similar) preferred.
- Experience managing global suppliers and complex, multi‑tier supply networks.
- 7 to 10 years' experience preferred.
Skills/Competencies:
- Supply risk management and resilience planning.
- Cross‑functional leadership and influence.
- Structured problem solving and root cause analysis.
- Data‑driven decision making.
- Crisis management and executive communication.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
This position is an on-site role, with 1 flex day per week of remote work.
COMPETENCIES
Building and Supporting Teams Communicating Effectively Delivering High Quality Work Evaluating and Implementing Ideas Prioritizing and Organizing Work Supporting Organizational Goals
COMPENSATION DATA
The salary range for this role is CAD $118,250/year - $130,000/year.
The salary range listed is based on market data and internal benchmarks. Actual compensation may vary depending on a candidate’s experience, skills, and qualifications.
Other job titles: Procurement Manager, Agreement Risk Manager, Supplier Strategy Assurance Manager, Supply Assurance Manager, Supply Chain Risk manager, Supply Chain Planning Manager, Supply Chain Resilience Manager , Supply Continuity Manager, Global Supply Risk Manager, Supply Chain Operations Manager, Supplier Risk Manager, Global Materials Risk Manager
Compensation and Benefits
Our benefit package is comprehensive and includes Medical Insurance; Dental Insurance; Vision Insurance; RRSP/DPSP; Paid Vacation/Holidays; Short Term Disability; Long Term Disability; Tuition Reimbursement. We are conveniently located in Markham near the 404/407 corridor with free parking.
Murata is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to providing employment in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Codes and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act.
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About Murata
■About Murata Murata is a global leader in the design, manufacture and supply of advanced electronic materials, leading edge electronic components, and multi-functional, high-density modules. Murata components are everywhere. Though often unseen, our products are essential parts of the electronic devices you are using throughout each and every day: mobile phones, computers, cars, home appliances. More and more, Murata products are found in many new kind of applications such as healthcare devices and energy management systems. The world keeps on changing, and the world of electronics is changing even faster. As an Innovator in Electronics, Murata will keep on innovating, following its strong corporate philosophy, contributing to the advancement of society and shaping the future of the world of electronics. ■Murata's Social Media Policy https://www.murata.com/en-global/social ■Contact Information If you have any questions or inquiries to us, please click below. https://www.murata.com/en-global/contactform