Posted on 2024-04-04
Michael Michael

Strategic Sourcing | Supply Chain | Conflict Resolution | Sustainability| Lean Six Sigma Green Belt

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  •  Canada
  • CA$140.00  / hour

Overview of the Expertise Listing or Job Posting

Over 20 years of senior executive leadership in supply chain planning, strategic sourcing, procurement transformation, and multi-site operational optimization, supported by extensive academic and professional credentials. Consistent record of multi-million-dollar savings, cost transparency, and risk reduction through data-driven strategies, e-auctions, and standardized processes. Recognized for building high-performing cross-functional teams, aligning S&OP with business forecasts, and integrating sustainability and circular-economy principles into procurement. Recognized as a decisive go-to leader with a focus on total cost of ownership, executing process development/re-engineering, enabling technology, and a supporter of great people delivering sustainable results. A lifelong learner who continually seeks opportunities to innovate and evolve, I welcome change as an opportunity to lead and engage in new or improved systems, processes, and talent that involve transformation and change management savvy.

(a) How many years of business or and/or other organizations experience do you have? and (b) What seniority level(s) do you have significant experience at?

  • 20+ years of experience
  • Executive level
  • Director level

What functional areas do you have experience in?

  • Administration
  • General Management
  • Operations
  • Project / Program Management
  • International Business
  • Purchasing / Sourcing
  • Distribution, logistics, warehousing
  • Real Estate
  • Construction
  • Other

What sectors / industries do you have significant experience in?

  • Retail
  • Wholesale
  • Business Services (i.e. consulting, advertising, IT services)
  • Processing and Manufacturing
  • Real Estate
  • Education
  • Consumer Packaged Goods

What types of products and/or services do you have significant experience with?

  • Consumer products - durable
  • Consumer products - other
  • Business-to-Business Services

What key barriers to growth / issues that businesses might face are you most able to help them with?

  • Market Intelligence & Business Strategies - domestic
  • Operational enhancement / process/cost efficiencies
  • Strategic sourcing / procurement - domestic
  • Strategic sourcing / procurement - international
  • Sustainability (environmental, social) / ESG, EDI, Stakeholder engagement
  • Other

Fixed Price Packaged Services

My consulting services are available through streamlined, fixed‑price packages designed to provide clarity, predictability, and value. While my standard rate is $140 per hour, packaged services are priced according to the specific scope and outcomes required. Each engagement begins with a complimentary 60‑minute consultation, where we define your needs, explore possible approaches, and determine the right package for your organization. Final pricing is tailored to each project's unique requirements and agreed upon collaboratively based on your needs.

Countries Significant Business Experience In

Canada