Offered in: Ottawa, Northern ON, NW QC, Windsor
Province
Ontario
City/Town
Ottawa
Hours
Daytime, Monday to Friday
Wage
$64,661/year
Location: 24 Colonnade Road, Ottawa ON
Schedule: Daytime, Monday to Friday
Starting Salary: $64,661/ year
Commissionaires Ottawa is seeking a Quartermaster (Logistics & Supply Operations Manager) to oversee the organization’s uniform and equipment program supporting approximately 3,600 operational personnel.
This role leads logistics, supply, and inventory operations end-to-end including procurement, asset control, distribution, and replacement, ensuring personnel are properly equipped to meet operational requirements.
The position is well suited to individuals with experience in structured logistics or supply environments, including those transitioning from military logistics, supply, or equipment management roles, as well as civilian professionals with comparable operational responsibility.
The Quartermaster provides hands-on leadership, supervises a small team, and maintains clear standards, controls, and service expectations.
- Manage the full lifecycle of uniforms and related equipment, including procurement, storage, issuance, recovery, replacement, and disposal
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Maintain accurate inventory control systems, conduct regular counts and reconciliations, and implement controls to minimize loss or misuse
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Forecast inventory requirements based on operational demand, workforce changes, and historical usage
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Coordinate purchasing activities within delegated authority, including vendor sourcing, purchase orders, and invoice verification
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Develop and maintain specifications, standards, and guidelines for uniforms and managed equipment
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Oversee uniform distribution and service operations, including point-of-sale systems, cash handling, and issue resolution
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Provide direction, set priorities, and support the daily work of operational support staff, temporary employees, and students
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Advise internal stakeholders on program changes, costs, timelines, and operational impacts
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Support special events or operational surges requiring coordinated outfitting and logistics support
- Work for a reputable and nationally known company
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Work in a challenging and rewarding work environment
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Employer paid professional development
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A comprehensive benefits package
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Generous paid time off, holidays and sick days
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Retirement plans with company matching of employee contributions
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Employee discount programs, social outings and holiday gatherings
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Free Parking on-site
Candidates with Canadian Armed Forces experience in logistics, supply, or equipment management will be given priority consideration.
- Have experience in logistics, supply chain, inventory, stores, or equipment management
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Are comfortable working in structured, compliance-driven environments
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Balance hands-on operational work with supervisory responsibility
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Make practical decisions that support service delivery, accountability, and cost control
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Communicate clearly with frontline personnel, vendors, and internal teams
- Post-secondary education in supply chain, logistics, business administration, or a related field. An equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered
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Demonstrated experience in inventory management, purchasing, warehousing, or logistics operations
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Experience supervising staff and setting daily operational priorities
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Strong organizational, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
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Comfort working with inventory systems, point-of-sale tools, and standard office applications
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Must be eligible for and able to obtain and maintain a Government of Canada Secret security clearance
If we’re the right fit for you, we want to hear from you! Send us your resume and cover letter to [email protected]
NOTE: Only those candidates that meet the specified requirements will be considered for this position. Candidates that do not meet the requirements may be considered for similar opportunities.
Commissionaires’ values the diversity of our workforce and respects its employees as individuals, regardless of race, nationality, religion, sexual orientation, gender and age.
In accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code, Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act and Commissionaires’ Policies on Accommodation, a request for accommodation will be accepted as part of Commissionaires’ hiring process.
Commissionaires-Ottawa does not use artificial intelligence (AI) to screen, assess, or select applicants. However, please be aware that some third-party tools we utilize in our recruiting and selection process may incorporate AI technology.
We appreciate all who apply; however we will only be contacting candidates of interest.
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