Laura Bishop
Summary
Strategic and purpose-driven leader with over 15 years of experience in procurement, product innovation, and cross-functional leadership. Passionate advocate for gender equity in underrepresented industries, demonstrated through building inclusive teams, strengthening partnerships, and driving mission-aligned growth. Former WinSETT facilitator with a proven track record in delivering training, engaging stakeholders, and championing systemic change for women in SETT careers.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Vice President of Purchasing
Greenhawk Equestrian Sport
09.2023 - Current
- Lead national procurement and product strategy for equestrian and pet divisions, managing vendor relationships and inventory planning.
- Developed a 3-year strategy to elevate private label positioning and optimize workflows.
- Implemented MAP pricing and discounting strategy to sustain brand integrity.
- Spearheaded drop ship expansion to diversify assortment and reduce inventory risk.
- Represented Greenhawk at AETA, SPOGA, and BCI trade shows, supporting global sourcing.
Director of Procurement
Greenhawk Equestrian Sport
06.2022 - 09.2023
- Directed product strategy for exclusive brands (e.g., Shedrow, Summit).
- Introduced supplier scorecards and negotiated better cost positions.
- Transitioned sourcing out of China due to tariff implications.
- Aligned marketing and promotional activities with inventory management strategies.
Project Manager & Customer Quality Engineer
AGNORA Ltd
09.2019 - 06.2022
- Led company-wide improvement projects including QMS rollout and Knowledge Management Strategy.
- Built and ran AGNORA’s R&D Testing Lab.
- Partnered with Georgian College on sustainability initiatives and hosted a community farmers market.
- Facilitated offsite strategic planning and leadership development sessions.
Global Sales & Product Manager
Goodall/Eriks Industrial Services
10.2010 - 08.2019
- Managed full product lifecycle and drove global commercialization strategy for $125M portfolio.
- Supported sales enablement through technical content, training, and launch materials.
- Led global supplier improvement efforts and compliance across safety, ISO, and ethics standards.
Early Engineering Career
Ford Motor Co. of Australia & Magna
01.2000 - 01.2006
- CAD Design Engineer in Tier I/II automotive environments.
- Served as ambassador for women in engineering, mentoring female students in STEM pathways.
Education
Graduate Certificate - Business (Leadership, Strategy, Marketing)
University of Southern Queensland
01.2017
Master of Engineering Practice - undefined
University of Southern Queensland
01.2014
Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering - undefined
Deakin University
01.2006
Skills
- - Led strategic transformation of national procurement strategy, aligning private label growth with sustainable brand positioning
- - Represented organization at international trade shows, leading private label development and exclusive vendor negotiations
- - Facilitated cross-functional leadership workshops, internal capability building, and community-driven sustainability projects
- - Oversaw budget planning, pricing strategy, and inventory management for a $XXM retail/wholesale network
- - Mentored women in engineering through ambassador roles and direct engagement with affiliate universities
Websites
Languages
English
Certification
- Six Sigma Lean Professional (2015)
- JHSC Certification (2021)
- Change Management (2015)
- Leadership Development (Eriks, 2019)
Timeline
Vice President of Purchasing
Greenhawk Equestrian Sport
09.2023 - Current
Director of Procurement
Greenhawk Equestrian Sport
06.2022 - 09.2023
Project Manager & Customer Quality Engineer
AGNORA Ltd
09.2019 - 06.2022
Global Sales & Product Manager
Goodall/Eriks Industrial Services
10.2010 - 08.2019
Early Engineering Career
Ford Motor Co. of Australia & Magna
01.2000 - 01.2006
Graduate Certificate - Business (Leadership, Strategy, Marketing)
University of Southern Queensland
Master of Engineering Practice - undefined
University of Southern Queensland
Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering - undefined
Deakin University