Manager Project and Risk Management

September 6, 2025

Why join SupremeXSupremeX is a trusted North American leader in the manufacturing and distribution of envelopes and a growing provider of paper-based packaging solutions. With almost half a century of experience, we combine deep industry expertise with a commitment to innovation, quality, and customer service.While we are well known for our extensive envelope product lines, we significantly expanded our offer in order to help businesses meet their packaging needs in a rapidly changing market. With 14 facilities and a team of over 900 employees, SupremeX prides itself on building long-term partnerships with customers, supporting employee development, and driving sustainable growth.We are proud to foster a culture built on respect, integrity, excellence, teamwork, and communication. We value people who take pride in their work, support one another, and are always looking for ways to grow and improve. Whether on the plant floor or in the office, we work together, communicate openly, and treat everyone with fairness and respect.At SupremeX, you’ll find more than a job—you’ll find a sense of purpose and a place to grow. The Manager, Project & Risk Management is a key senior member of the SupremeX executive team, responsible for overseeing the successful execution of strategic corporate initiatives across the organization. This includes project management, risk management, real estate oversight, and serving as the interface between business operations and technology functions. This role ensures cross-functional alignment, operational excellence, and informed decision-making to support business growth and resilience.The Manager leads complex projects — such as system integrations, infrastructure upgrades, and capital investments — and manages integration efforts following acquisitions. The role is also responsible for developing and managing risk mitigation frameworks and for overseeing the corporate real estate portfolio to ensure compliance, efficiency, and continuity. Key Areas of Accountability:<ul><li>Project Management</li><li>Risk Management & Environmental Social & Governance (ESG)</li><li>Real Estate Oversight</li><li>Technology/Business Integration</li><li>M&A and Integration Support</li><li>Strategic Leadership</li></ul> Core Responsibilities:1. Project Management<ul><li>Lead corporate-level strategic projects including software implementations, capital projects and physical integrations.</li><li>Define and implement project standards, processes and documentation.</li><li>Direct cross-functional project teams and ensure timely communication with executives.</li><li>Oversee project planning, execution, risk assessment, budget and performance tracking.</li><li>Own the project intake process and ensure portfolio alignment with business priorities.</li><li>Collaborate closely with IT, Finance, HR, and other functional leads.</li></ul> 2. Risk Management & ESG<ul><li>Develop and maintain ERM frameworks to identify, assess and mitigate operational and strategic risks.</li><li>Collaborate with Finance and external agencies to manage liability coverage and insurance contracts.</li><li>Partner with Operations and H&S to create disaster recovery, business continuity, decision tree and sustainability strategies.</li><li>Partner with Human Resources and Marketing & Communications to lead ESG initiatives and reporting, aligning with regulatory and stakeholder expectations.</li><li>Monitor emerging risks and recommend action plans to executive leadership.</li><li>Leads and supports the non-technical elements of the organization’s Cyber Security strategy, including employee education, awareness campaigns, and training initiatives.</li></ul> 3. Real Estate Portfolio Management<ul><li>Oversee all corporate real estate operations, including lease negotiation, compliance and vendor coordination.</li><li>Ensure timely renewal of leases and effective transitions at terminations.</li><li>Collaborate with local teams to manage construction, renovations and maintenance projects.</li><li>Serve as point of contact with landlords and external contractors to resolve issues.</li></ul> 4. Technology & Business Interface<ul><li>Act as a strategic liaison between business units and IT to identify needs and drive technology-enabled solutions.</li><li>Oversee integration of systems and processes following mergers and acquisitions.</li><li>Evaluate business systems to recommend process improvements and tools that align with business strategy.</li><li>Drive user adoption, training and change management in collaboration with stakeholders.</li></ul> 5. Strategic Leadership & Integration<ul><li>Serve as a senior leader on the executive team, contributing to corporate strategy, transformation and execution.</li><li>Lead integration of newly acquired businesses, ensuring cultural and operational alignment.</li><li>Partner with key stakeholders to support continuous improvement and drive innovation across departments.</li><li>Promote operational excellence by aligning policies, procedures, and systems to business needs.</li></ul> Qualifications & Experience:<ul><li>Bachelor’s degree in Business, Operations or related field (MBA or PMP certification is an asset).</li><li>5-7+ years of progressive leadership experience in project management, risk, and operations.</li><li>Demonstrated success leading enterprise-level strategic initiatives in cross-functional environments.</li><li>Bilingual (Facilities outside Quebec)</li><li>Experience in real estate lease negotiation and facilities oversight.</li><li>Strong understanding of business systems, process optimization and technology alignment.</li><li>Knowledge of ERM frameworks, insurance and risk mitigation practices.</li><li>Proven ability to manage complex stakeholder relationships and influence executive decision-making.</li><li>Excellent written and verbal communication skills; able to prepare and deliver executive-level reporting.</li></ul> Key Competencies:<ul><li>Strategic Thinking</li><li>Project Leadership</li><li>Risk & ESG Awareness</li><li>Business Acumen</li><li>Cross-Functional Collaboration</li><li>Technology Enablement</li><li>Change Management</li><li>Decision-Making Under Uncertainty</li></ul> Work Conditions:<ul><li>Some travel required across regional and corporate sites.</li><li>Regular interaction with executive leadership, vendors, legal advisors and external partners.</li><li>Occasional extended hours based on project demands.</li></ul> Benefits<ul><li>Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Health Benefits to support your well-being</li><li>Retirement Plan – A retirement plan to help you plan for the future.</li><li>Bonus – Annual bonus opportunities based on Company performance and/or Individual goals</li><li>Collaborative Culture– A workplace built on communication, integrity, excellence, respect, and teamwork.</li><li>Work-Life Balance – Support for a healthy balance between work and life.</li></ul> NOTE: This job description in no ways states or implies that these are the only responsibilities of this position. The employee will be required to accept additional responsibilities as deemed appropriate by the Manager. CanadaSupremeX is committed to employment equity in compliance with the Employment Equity Act and other Federal and Provincial applicable legislation. We welcome and encourage applications from qualified women, men, visible minorities, aboriginal peoples, and persons with disabilities.We encourage you to connect with us if you require an accommodation for the recruitment process.

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