We are banking at another level.Choosing BDC as your employer means working in a healthy, inclusive, and skilled workplace that puts forward the best conditions to bring together unique teams where employees are empowered to act. It also means being at the centre of ambitious economic and financial projects to see further and to do things differently, to fuel the success of Canadian entrepreneurs.Choosing BDC as your employer also means:Flexible and competitive benefits, including an Employee Savings and Investment Plan where BDC matches part of your voluntary contributions, a Defined Benefit Pension Plan, a $750 wellness and health care spending account, to name a fewIn addition to paid vacation each year, five personal days, sick days as necessary, and our offices are closed from December 25 to January 1A hybrid work model that truly balances work and personal lifeOpportunities for learning, training and development, and much more...Explore the BDC Way in our Culture BookPOSITION OVERVIEWReporting to the VP, Defence Supply Chain Development, the Domain Lead, Supply Chain serves as the relationship manager with Prime Contractors and Tier 1 suppliers within their domain of expertise. Supporting the VP’s strategic and executive engagement, the Domain Lead combines deep supply chain expertise with technology- and AI-enabled insights to build trusted relationships, identify capability gaps and supplier development opportunities, and connect industry needs with scalable solutions that increase SME participation.The Domain Lead is accountable for translating industry needs into actionable opportunities for Canadian SMEs with speed and discipline—identifying potential suppliers, assessing readiness, and coordinating the deployment of BDC financing, advisory, and ecosystem support solutions. Working closely with Prime Contractors, Tier 1 suppliers, and internal BDC partners, the Domain Lead drives execution of BDC’s Defence Supply Chain Development Strategy within their sector and delivers measurable impact at scale.CHALLENGES TO BE METIndustry and Supply Chain EngagementBuild relationships with supply chain, procurement, supplier development, and industrial participation teams within Prime Contractors and Tier 1 suppliers.Develop a detailed understanding of current and future supply chain requirements, sourcing challenges, and supplier qualification needs.Use digital tools and AI-enabled analytics to maintain real-time market intelligence on sector-specific procurement programs, technologies, supplier requirements, and emerging opportunities.In collaboration with the Defence Strategy and Public Affairs teams, partner with ecosystem players to expand SME outreach and capacity-buildingOpportunity Identification and SME DevelopmentProactively identify and prioritize supply chain opportunities and common capability gaps across Prime Contractors, using data and AI-enabled insights to strengthen Canadian SME participation and enable scalable, programmatic BDC interventions.Identify and engage SMEs that align with identified supply chain needs.Drive SME readiness initiatives with urgency, clear milestones, and accountability for improving competitiveness and qualification for defence programs.Solution DeploymentWork with Financing, Advisory Services, BDC Capital, and ecosystem partners to align support with identified opportunities.Facilitate introductions and matchmaking between SMEs and Prime Contractors.Lead the rapid development, testing, and scaling of sector-specific supplier development initiatives, leveraging technology and AI solutions where they can accelerate execution and impact.Strategic IntelligenceProvide ongoing insight on:Emerging supply chain requirementsProcurement and sourcing trendsSupplier capability gapsNew technologies and industrial prioritiesBarriers to SME participationWHAT WE ARE LOOKING FORIndustry Background15+ years in one or more of:Aerospace/ Naval domain within a Supply chain function for a Prime / Tier 1Defence sector: military or commercial experienceCritical ExperienceDeep understanding of Prime / Tier-1 Supply chain capabilities, processes and buying behaviourExperience with major procurement programsUnderstanding of industrial participation requirementsLarge ecosystem leadership experienceTech-savvy and comfortable leveraging AI-enabled solutions to accelerate execution, scale impact, and improve decision-making.Strong sense of urgency and personal accountability, with a demonstrated ability to drive initiatives through to measurable impact.Proudly one of Canada’s Top 100 Employers and one of Canada’s Best Diversity Employers, we are committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, inclusive and accessible environment where all employees can thrive and feel empowered to bring their whole selves to work. If you require an accommodation to complete your application, please do not hesitate to contact us at we appreciate all applications, we advise that only the candidates selected to participate in the recruitment process will be contacted.
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DOMAINE LEAD – NAVAL AND MARITIME SUPPLY CHAIN employer: Business Development Bank of Canada
At the Business Development Bank of Canada, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer that fosters a collaborative and inclusive work culture. Located in the vibrant city of Vancouver, we offer our employees competitive benefits, opportunities for professional growth, and the chance to make a meaningful impact in the Canadian banking sector. Join us to be part of a team that values innovation and mentorship while supporting your career development.
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