Charleen Horne
Saint-Isidore de La Prairie,Québec
Summary
Procurement expert with robust background in strategic sourcing and supply chain management. Known for driving cost savings and optimizing vendor relationships while maintaining high standards. Strong focus on team collaboration and adapting to changing needs. Proficient in contract negotiation, risk management, and process improvement. Recognized for reliability and achieving measurable results.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Procurement Director
Alstom Transport Canada Inc.
03.2021 - Current
- Leading Interiors and Metallics commodity representing 300$M spend across 400 suppliers and 32 sub commodities.
- Drive operational excellence - Reduce supply chain risks through thorough vendor assessments and continuous monitoring of performance metrics.
- Develop comprehensive procurement policies and procedures to standardize practices across the organization.
- Lead strategic sourcing by monitoring and adapting to market trends.
- Team facilitation and Management - Motivate, inspire and develop team in a multicultural environment to improve competencies.
Regional Commodity Manager
Bombardier Transport Canada
03.2019 - 02.2021
- Managed team of 15 people, 155 suppliers with 168$M spend across multiple commodities.
- Oversaw total cost of ownership reduction strategies.
- Developed risk mitigation strategies for potential supply disruptions, safeguarding company operations and profit margins.
- Enhanced supplier relationships through regular communication, performance evaluations, and collaborative problem-solving initiatives.
- Focal for supplier escalations across 6 manufacturing sites in the Americas
Supervisor - Logistics and Supplier Relations
Bombardier Aerospace Completion Center
04.2017 - 03.2019
- Developed strategies, KPI's and governance's to ensure parts were ordered and received on time.
- Project Management - led safety, cost saving and process improvement projects with suppliers.
- Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organize workflows.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Arts - Major Psychology
McGill University
MontrealSkills
- Strategic sourcing
- Contract negotiation
- Team leadership
- Risk assessment
- Supplier performance evaluation
- Effective communication
- Problem solving
- Global procurement
- Cost reduction strategies
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Critical thinking
- Adaptability and flexibility
Languages
Language
Native or Bilingual
French
Full Professional
Pitch
Life long learner focused on developing myself and others to be the best version of themselves.
Hobbies and Interests
Spinning classes keep me active and mentally strong. Reading, painting and doing outside activities with my family are also great ways to spend my free time.
Professional Title
Procurement Director - North American Rolling Stock
Timeline
Procurement Director
Alstom Transport Canada Inc.
03.2021 - Current
Regional Commodity Manager
Bombardier Transport Canada
03.2019 - 02.2021
Supervisor - Logistics and Supplier Relations
Bombardier Aerospace Completion Center
04.2017 - 03.2019
Bachelor of Arts - Arts - Major Psychology
McGill University
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