Manager, Supply Planning - Mobile

  Manager, Supply Planning - Mobile   Designated Office:6080 Young Street, Halifax, NS, B3K 5L2   Work Arrangement:100% onsite at the designated office    The Manager, Supply Planning - Mobile leads a team responsible for end-to-end inventory planning and management of mobile devices and accessories. This role develops and executes short- and long-term supply plans to ensure the right product is in the right place, at the right time, supporting sales, optimizing inventory, and minimizing risk. As the Manager, Supply Planning - Mobile, you'll oversee inventory across all channels, including retail, manage new product launches and product end-of-life, and use data-driven insights to continuously improve performance and efficiency.   Job Responsibilities:   Lead, coach, and develop a high-performing supply planning team Own and execute supply plans aligned with demand, inventory targets, and business priorities Manage inventory flow across all channels to ensure availability and reduce excess or obsolete stock Lead weekly SIOP (Sales, Inventory, and Operations Planning) discussions with cross-functional partners to drive alignment and performance Oversee product lifecycle planning, including new device launches and end-of-life strategies Monitor and optimize key KPIs such as forecast accuracy, inventory turns, and service levels Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and reduce costs Partner with Sales, Finance, Operations and Supply Chain teams to resolve issues and drive continuous improvement   Job Requirements:   5+ years' experience in supply chain, planning, or logistics in a complex, fast-paced environment Proven experience leading people and influencing cross-functional teams Strong analytical mindset with the ability to translate data into actionable insights Hands-on experience with inventory management systems and ERP platforms Solid understanding of end-to-end supply planning and inventory control Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Engineering, or related field (SCMP or equivalent is an asset) Experience in telecommunications, mobile devices, or electronics is a strong asset   Why Eastlink?   Eastlink is a family owned, entrepreneurial and innovative company headquartered in Halifax, Nova Scotia. We take great pride in being a leader in delivering creative, competitive, customer focused telecommunications solutions, and connecting our customers to the things and people that matter most. Serving a customer base across seven provinces, our advanced solutions include Internet, Mobile, TV, Telephone, Security and Automation, Data Communications and exclusive locally produced programming on Eastlink Community TV.   We operate in a culture of continuous improvement through listening, learning, and adapting, which enables us to respond quickly to the evolving needs of both employees and customers. We recognize that our truly greatest competitive edge is our people and that delivering a great customer experience begins with a great employee experience. Our philosophy of developing and training our team “on the ground” not only helps to create a strong onboarding experience but also readies employees for future growth opportunities within the organization.