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Amphenol Canada Corp.

Amphenol (www.amphenol.com) is a Fortune 500 Company and one of the largest manufacturers of interconnect products in the world. We design, manufacture and market electrical, electronic and fibre optic connectors, coaxial and flat-ribbon cable, and interconnect systems.

Reasons to Join Amphenol Canada!

• Excellent benefits coverage, including health, dental, vision & travelers’ insurance
• Health Care Spending Account
• Company pension plan
• Progressive employee incentive plans
• Talent development – we invest in your growth!
• Company Recreation Club offering fun draws with exciting prizes, summer BBQs, holiday parties & more!

Sr. Operations Manager

The Senior Operations Manager leads plant operations, production planning, purchasing, inventory, and materials logistics to achieve safety, quality, delivery, and financial targets. Reporting to the Operations Director, this role develops the Planning, Purchasing, and Manufacturing/Logistics Managers and drives lean improvement, cost control, supplier performance, and reliable material flow.

What does a Sr. Operations Manager do?

Leadership & Strategy

• Oversee daily manufacturing, assembly, and plant floor operations in the Markham facility.
• Set mid-to-long-term operating plans and resource allocation strategies in collaboration with leadership.
• Drive productivity improvements, waste reduction, and cost-saving initiatives using Lean Manufacturing and automation.
• Manage departmental budgets, capital expenditure projects, and technological upgrades.
• Develop and execute the overall materials management strategy in alignment with plant and corporate objectives.
• Directly supervise, mentor, and develop the Planning, Purchasing & Manufacturing Managers, ensuring effective performance management and succession planning within the team.
• Partner with the Operations Director to align materials strategy with production schedules, capacity plans, and business forecasts.
• Represent the manufacturing & materials functions in operations leadership meetings and contribute to site-level decision-making.
• Capable of managing diverse teams located across three different countries. Different languages and different time zones. Ability to manage remotely.
• Track performance using key metrics (KPIs) like production efficiency, cycle times, and scrap rates.

Production Planning & Scheduling

• Coordinate supply chain, logistics, procurement, and inventory control to maintain optimal raw material flow.
• Direct quality control systems and ensure compliance with industry standards.
• Oversee master production scheduling (MPS) and material requirements planning (MRP) to ensure on-time delivery to customers.
• Ensure planning processes balance customer demand, capacity constraints, and inventory targets.
• Drive continuous improvement in forecast accuracy and S&OP (Sales & Operations Planning) processes.

Purchasing & Supplier Management

• Oversee the purchasing function to ensure timely, cost-effective procurement of raw materials, components, and services.
• Develop and maintain strategic supplier relationships; negotiate contracts, pricing, and terms in coordination with corporate purchasing/sourcing where applicable.
• Monitor supplier performance (quality, delivery, cost) and lead corrective action processes for underperforming suppliers.
• Support supplier qualification, risk assessment, and dual-sourcing strategies.

Inventory & Materials Control

• Establish and maintain inventory control policies to optimize inventory turns while minimizing excess and obsolete stock.
• Oversee cycle counting, physical inventory processes, and inventory accuracy programs.
• Manage warehouse and materials flow processes, including receiving, storage, kitting, and staging for production.

Financial & Performance Management

• Own materials-related KPIs, including inventory turns, on-time delivery, purchase price variance (PPV), premium freight, and E&O (excess and obsolete) inventory.
• Develop and manage the departmental budget for planning, purchasing, and materials handling functions.
• Provide regular reporting and analysis to the Operations Director on materials performance and risks.

Compliance & Continuous Improvement

• Ensure materials processes comply with ISO/AS9100 (as applicable), customer requirements, and corporate policies.
• Lead or support Lean/Continuous Improvement initiatives (e.g., JIT, VMI) to improve materials flow and reduce waste.
• Ensure compliance with import/export, customs, and trade regulations relevant to materials sourcing and logistics.

What do you bring to the table

• 8 to 10+ years of progressive manufacturing operations management experience (electronics/connector manufacturing preferred).
• Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, Business, Operations Management, Engineering, or related field (required).
• APICS/CPIM, CSCP, or CPP/CPPM certification as an asset.
• 3+ years in a supervisory or managerial role, with demonstrated experience leading operations, planning and/or purchasing functions.
• Experience working within an ERP/MRP system (e.g., INFOR, SAP, Oracle) required. Experience with INFOR Syteline a plus.
• Strong leadership and people-management skills, with the ability to develop direct reports and build effective teams.
• Excellent negotiation, supplier management, and vendor relationship skills.
• Strong analytical and financial acumen, with the ability to interpret data and drive decisions.
• Solid understanding of Lean manufacturing, inventory optimization, and supply chain best practices.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to interface effectively with senior leadership, customers, and suppliers.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and ERP systems.

The base salary range for this position is $130,000 – $145,000 annually. In determining the rate of pay, Amphenol considers a variety of nondiscriminatory factors, including but not limited to geographic location, relevant industry experience, qualifications, skills, and education. It would be rare for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for a given role. Base salary is one facet of Amphenol’s total rewards package which includes participation in our comprehensive benefits program with medical, dental, and vision benefits, vacation, sick leave, paid holidays, life insurance, short/long term disability, and membership in our Defined Contribution Pension Plan. Our employees are also eligible for participation in an annual incentive bonus program based on their position.

Amphenol Corporation is proud of our reputation as an excellent employer. Our main focus is to provide the highest level of support and responsiveness to both our employees and our customers. Amphenol Corporation offers the opportunity for career growth within a global organization. We believe that Amphenol Corporation is unique in that every employee, regardless of his or her position, has the ability to positively impact the business.

Amphenol Canada is committed to developing inclusive, barrier-free selection processes and work environments. If contacted in relation to a job opportunity you should advise Amphenol, in a timely fashion, of the accommodation measures which must be taken to enable you to be assessed in a fair and equitable manner. Information received relating to accommodation measures will be addressed confidentially.

Pay: $130,000.00-$145,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Company events
• Company pension
• Dental care
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Paid time off
• Vision care

Application question(s):

• Which ERP/MRP systems have you used?

Education:

• Bachelor's Degree (required)

Experience:

• manufacturing operations : 8 years (required)
• supervisory or managerial role: 3 years (required)
• ERP/MRP system : 3 years (required)

Licence/Certification:

• APICS/CPIM, CSCP, or CPP/CPPM (preferred)

Work Location: In person