Guillaume Lemay
Notre-Dame-de-l'Île-Perrot,QC
Summary
Results-driven Operations and Procurement Manager with 15 years of experience in optimizing processes and reducing costs. Expert in team leadership, sales strategy, and process enhancement, delivering measurable productivity gains. Strong industry insight enables the identification of growth opportunities and effective business expansion strategies.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Procurement and Operations Manager
Nellson LLC
Montreal, QC
02.2024 - Current
- Developed and implemented operational procedures to ensure quality standards are met.
- Monitored and improved efficiency of processes, team performance, and customer service.
- Directed operations staff by providing guidance, training, and support in order to meet company objectives.
- Established effective relationships with vendors to negotiate pricing and secure materials needed for production.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations and maintained a safe work environment for all personnel.
- Coordinated with other departments including sales, marketing, finance, human resources. to ensure efficient operations.
- Led cross-functional teams in problem-solving activities related to process improvements or new product launches.
Operations Manager
MAAX
Montreal, QC
10.2022 - 01.2024
- Directed day-to-day operations by spearheading implementation of short-term and long-term strategies to achieve business plan and profitability goals.
- Recruited, hired and trained crew members on application of projects, customer relations and customer service.
- Built strong operational teams to meet process and production demands.
- Implemented policies and standard operating procedures and managed quality, customer service and logistics.
- Motivated and evaluated personnel for performance improvement and goal achievement.
- Guided employees on understanding and meeting changing customer needs and expectations.
- Delivered positive customer experiences by implementing effective quality assurance practices.
- Connected with clients and developed strategies to achieve sales and customer service goals.
Procurement Director
Lecuyer Groupe
Saint-Remi, QC
07.2020 - 09.2022
- Developed procurement budgets to reduce unnecessary expenditures.
- Built long-term relationships with company vendors and suppliers to secure optimal prices.
- Spearheaded projects to enhance organizational capabilities and grow storage capacities.
- Reviewed existing company contracts and negotiated contract terms and revisions with vendors.
- Implemented stock optimization strategies and minimized product loss.
- Improved inventory turns and cycle count accuracy with aggressive and tactical buying methods.
- Represented companies in negotiating contracts and formulating policies with suppliers.
- Managed and trained manufacturing supervisors and conducted performance evaluations.
- Organized and prioritized projects.
- Delegated tasks to procurement teams to expedite work processes.
Supply Chain and Production Coordinator
EBSU
Valleyfield, QC
06.2018 - 01.2020
- Applied well-developed communication, interpersonal and collaboration skills to build effective working relationships with vendors and partners.
- Diminished merchandise production down time, ensuring quality control while verifying assembly and creating new packaging.
- Maximized inventory turns, product sales and company profits by recommending promotions, pricing adjustments and optimal inventory levels.
- Demonstrated self-reliance by meeting and exceeding workflow needs.
- Developed standard operating procedures for production personnel to follow.
- Provided training to new personnel on safety protocols and equipment operation techniques.
Procurement Analyst
Tenaquip Limited
Sainte-Anne-de-Bellevue, QC
09.2016 - 06.2018
- Cultivated productive relationships with suppliers and maintained open communication.
- Gathered, input and analyzed data to evaluate trends and make proactive adjustments to policies.
- Developed strategies to optimize the procurement process, including cost reduction initiatives.
- Analyzed and evaluated supplier performance to identify areas of improvement.
Non-Destructive Testing Technician
Mistras
Montreal, Quebec
02.2011 - 12.2016
- Performed visual, magnetic particle, liquid penetrant, and radiographic testing on a variety of materials.
- Monitored equipment for proper operation and calibration.
- Evaluated test results to determine if the material met specified requirements.
- Developed NDT procedures to ensure compliance with industry standards.
- Prepared detailed reports summarizing inspection findings for management review.
- Reviewed blueprints, drawings, specifications, and other documents related to the product being tested.
- Assisted in training personnel in the use of NDT equipment and techniques.
- Utilized computer software programs such as AutoCAD for schematic drawing preparation.
- Participated in meetings with engineers and production personnel to discuss inspection results.
- Operated various types of NDT equipment including X-ray machines, ultrasonic testers, eddy current testers.
Education
MBA - Global Strategy And Leadership
McGill University
Montreal, QC08.2023
Bachelor of Science - Political Science
University of Southern California
2011
Skills
- Process Improvement
- Program Administration
- Health and safety compliance
- Inventory Management
- Business Planning
- Production
- Contract Management
- Labor Relations
- P&L Management
- Customer Retention
- SAP Systems
Timeline
Procurement and Operations Manager
Nellson LLC
02.2024 - Current
Operations Manager
MAAX
10.2022 - 01.2024
Procurement Director
Lecuyer Groupe
07.2020 - 09.2022
Supply Chain and Production Coordinator
EBSU
06.2018 - 01.2020
Procurement Analyst
Tenaquip Limited
09.2016 - 06.2018
Non-Destructive Testing Technician
Mistras
02.2011 - 12.2016
MBA - Global Strategy And Leadership
McGill University
Bachelor of Science - Political Science
University of Southern California
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