With the dissolution of the Advertising Review Board effective December 31, 2020 its functions were transferred effective January 1, 2021 to the Advertising and Communications Services Procurement Branch (ACSPB) of Supply Chain Ontario, a division within the Ontario Ministry of Public and Business Service Delivery.My responsibilities include:- administration of two Vendor of Record (VOR) arrangements (Advertising & Marketing Communications Services VOR, Public Relations &… Show more With the dissolution of the Advertising Review Board effective December 31, 2020 its functions were transferred effective January 1, 2021 to the Advertising and Communications Services Procurement Branch (ACSPB) of Supply Chain Ontario, a division within the Ontario Ministry of Public and Business Service Delivery.My responsibilities include:- administration of two Vendor of Record (VOR) arrangements (Advertising & Marketing Communications Services VOR, Public Relations & Communications Services VOR) - leading second-stage procurement competitions and preparing related contract documents for ministry and agency clients utilizing ACSPB Vendor of Record arrangements to select vendors for advertising and public relations projects and initiatives- assisting in development of policies and procedures and related briefing materials Show less

The Advertising Review Board (ARB) is a regulatory agency of the Ontario Ministry of Government and Consumer Services (MGCS).My role entails:- providing strategic insight and communications advice to Ontario Government ministries and agencies to support their advertising, public relations, graphic design and other creative services initiatives- administration of two Vendor of Record (VOR) arrangements (Advertising & Marketing Communications Services VOR, Public Relations &… Show more The Advertising Review Board (ARB) is a regulatory agency of the Ontario Ministry of Government and Consumer Services (MGCS).My role entails:- providing strategic insight and communications advice to Ontario Government ministries and agencies to support their advertising, public relations, graphic design and other creative services initiatives- administration of two Vendor of Record (VOR) arrangements (Advertising & Marketing Communications Services VOR, Public Relations & Communications Services VOR) - leading second-stage procurement competitions and preparing related contract documents for ministry and agency clients utilizing ARB Vendor of Record arrangements to select vendors for advertising and public relations projects and initiatives- assisting in development of ARB policies and procedures and related briefing materials Show less

Working in the Strategic Procurement Services Branch of Supply Chain Ontario (part of the Ontario Ministry of Government and Consumer Services), my responsibilities include:- provision of procurement services and operational advice to Client Ministries and Agencies for large-scale purchasing of of materials, supplies and services- leadership and coordination of Client projects involving high-value procurement services- consultation and collaboration with Client teams and Supply… Show more Working in the Strategic Procurement Services Branch of Supply Chain Ontario (part of the Ontario Ministry of Government and Consumer Services), my responsibilities include:- provision of procurement services and operational advice to Client Ministries and Agencies for large-scale purchasing of of materials, supplies and services- leadership and coordination of Client projects involving high-value procurement services- consultation and collaboration with Client teams and Supply Chain Leadership Council, providing strategic input and ensuring compliance with directives for large-value Client projects seeking Treasury Board/Management Board of Cabinet approvalMain Clients: Ministry of Finance, Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry, Ministry of Indigenous Relations and Reconciliation Show less

Working in the Strategic Procurement Services Branch of Supply Chain Ontario (part of the Ontario Ministry of Government and Consumer Services), I provide procurement services and operational advice to client ministries within my portfolio for large-scale purchasing of materials, supplies and services.Main Clients: Ministry of Finance, Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry, Ministry of Indigenous Relations and Reconciliation

Working in the Strategic Procurement Services Branch of Supply Chain Ontario (part of the Ontario Ministry of Government and Consumer Services), I provide procurement services and operational advice to client ministries within my portfolio for large-scale purchasing of materials, supplies and services.Main Clients: Ministry of the Environment and Climate Change, Ministry of Health and Long Term Care

Messier-Bugatti-Dowty ("MBD") is the world leader in aircraft landing and braking systems. MBD is a partner to 30 leading commercial, military, business and regional airframers and supports more than 800 airline customers operating 25,000 aircraft making over 40,000 landings every day. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:• Managed build-to-print machined and sheet metal parts portfolio (bushings, brackets, non-standard hardware) supporting 6 global sites (Canada, England, France, Mexico &… Show more Messier-Bugatti-Dowty ("MBD") is the world leader in aircraft landing and braking systems. MBD is a partner to 30 leading commercial, military, business and regional airframers and supports more than 800 airline customers operating 25,000 aircraft making over 40,000 landings every day. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:• Managed build-to-print machined and sheet metal parts portfolio (bushings, brackets, non-standard hardware) supporting 6 global sites (Canada, England, France, Mexico & China) with annual spend of $13 million USD• Managed supply chain relationships from initial sourcing through first article inspection to contract negotiation and administration during the life of the program• Contributed in the setup, formalizing and execution of team Commodity Strategy• Implemented cost reduction opportunities through second sourcing and design-to-cost initiatives• Interfaced with other functional areas (Quality, Engineering, Program Management) to execute team Commodity StrategyKEY ACHIEVEMENTS:• Achieved sizeable cost savings with global benchmark of bushing commodity: • A350 & B787 combined ship-set cost reduced by 25% • ATR 72 ship-set cost reduced 12%, 38 week lead-time reduced to 12 weeks• Secured 6-year contractual agreements with key suppliers covering $8 million USD in annual spend that allow for annual productivity cost reduction, volume-based rebates and realization of savings from declining raw material cost inputs.• Reduced supplier claims due to customer bankruptcy by 69% (from $288k to $88k)• Achieved 20% cost and lead-time reductions by changing welded sheet metal assemblies to one-piece CNC machined designs (change also eliminated supplier's 30%-50% scrap rate)• Participated in company-wide Enterprise Resource Planning Project to upgrade legacy systems to SAP R/3• Updated existing purchase orders and pricing records using SAP R/3 MM & PP modules to improve database accuracy and integrity Show less

ITS Electronics Inc. is a privately held leading global supplier of advanced microwave and millimetre wave solid state power amplifiers, frequency converters, transceivers, radios and intelligent wireless subsystems for commercial, government and defence customers in the Airborne Data, Satellite Data, and Fixed Wireless markets. • Purchased a wide variety of mechanical, electrical and instrumentation equipment (machined parts, sheet metal parts, printed circuit boards, capacitors… Show more ITS Electronics Inc. is a privately held leading global supplier of advanced microwave and millimetre wave solid state power amplifiers, frequency converters, transceivers, radios and intelligent wireless subsystems for commercial, government and defence customers in the Airborne Data, Satellite Data, and Fixed Wireless markets. • Purchased a wide variety of mechanical, electrical and instrumentation equipment (machined parts, sheet metal parts, printed circuit boards, capacitors, phase locked crystal oscillators, PEM nuts, filters, oscilloscopes, test equipment, etc.) for multiple customer programs from sources in Canada, England, Italy and the United States, establishing contractual buyer-supplier partnerships and managing delivery schedules despite continuing supplier shortages and delays.• Obtained Level II Secret security clearance from Public Works and Government Service Canada to facilitate handling of controlled goods in accordance with the Defence Production Act and Controlled Goods Regulations (CGR) in Canada and the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) in the United States for various defence related customer projects Show less

Bantrel Co. is an EPC (Engineering, Procurement, Construction) firm that designs and builds large complex upgrading and refining facilities for oil & gas clients across Canada. Key clients include Petro-Canada, Shell Canada, Esso Imperial Oil and Suncor Energy.KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:Sourced requirements in support of the Petro-Canada Montreal Coker Project ($1 Billion upgrade of existing oil refinery in Montreal, Quebec to install a new 25,000 barrels-per-day delayed coker unit… Show more Bantrel Co. is an EPC (Engineering, Procurement, Construction) firm that designs and builds large complex upgrading and refining facilities for oil & gas clients across Canada. Key clients include Petro-Canada, Shell Canada, Esso Imperial Oil and Suncor Energy.KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:Sourced requirements in support of the Petro-Canada Montreal Coker Project ($1 Billion upgrade of existing oil refinery in Montreal, Quebec to install a new 25,000 barrels-per-day delayed coker unit, revamp existing process units and related utility & offsite facilities). Purchased a wide variety of mechanical, electrical and instrumentation equipment (nuclear level transmitters, local electronic indicators, thermocouples, resistance temperature detectors, thermowells, strainers, steam traps, steam rings, expansion joints, pressure gauges, orifice plates, injection quills, strainers, actuators, ball valves, gate valves)Worked closely with various Engineering disciplines (Mechanical, Process, Instrumentation, Control Systems, Piping, Metallurgy) for various portions of the sourcing process:• technical requirement definition• pre-bid qualification of potential sources• coordination of responses to bidder technical questions• bid clarification meetings to address bidder technical questions prior to bid submission• multi-functional supervised bid openings• technical and commercial evaluation & analysis of received bidsKEY ACHIEVEMENTS:• Prepared detailed Commercial Evaluation and Recommendation Letters to secure internal and Client approvals for sourcing decisions per established protocols and procedures. Ensured vendors met contractual commitments through negotiation.• Conducted performance reviews for suppliers to address delivery issues and market conditions• Updated existing purchase orders and pricing records to improve database accuracy & integrity• Reduced costs by 15% on spend of $1.6 million through competitive bidding, negotiation and escalation procedures Show less

AGS Automotive Systems (“AGS”) has four manufacturing facilities in Ontario and two sequencing facilities in the United States. AGS is a privately held manufacturer of heavy and general stamped metal solutions (general stampings through to full bumper assemblies) for automotive customers. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:• Managed $42 Million CAD Annual Spend for various commodities (Copper, plastic, fasteners, chemicals, lubricants, electricity, natural gas) and services (cathodic… Show more AGS Automotive Systems (“AGS”) has four manufacturing facilities in Ontario and two sequencing facilities in the United States. AGS is a privately held manufacturer of heavy and general stamped metal solutions (general stampings through to full bumper assemblies) for automotive customers. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:• Managed $42 Million CAD Annual Spend for various commodities (Copper, plastic, fasteners, chemicals, lubricants, electricity, natural gas) and services (cathodic electrocoating, paint, zinc plating, nickel-chrome plating, welding, assembly, sequencing, expedited freight) in support of producing stamped metal solutions (general stampings through to full bumper assemblies) for automotive customers in Canada, United States and Mexico.• Developed new suppliers (domestic and off-shore) to meet customer needs and drive market competition • Administered Steel Scrap Recovery and Resale program for all Ontario Plants• Ensured vendors met neglected contractual commitments through negotiation and escalation procedures• Updated existing purchase orders and pricing records to improve QAD database accuracy and integrity• Conducted performance reviews for suppliers to address quality issues and market conditions • Participated in TS16949:2002 certification audit preparations to ensure Procurement processes were documented, followed by staff, and compliant with TS16949:2002 requirements• Participated in project team to research, develop and implement alternative sources of energyKEY ACHIEVEMENTS:• Led multiple project teams to manage emergency re-sourcing of problem suppliers due to Force Majeure events (fires, strikes, Chapter 11 Filings)• Helped initiate company-wide Gifts Policy to promote ethics and transparency in sourcing decisions• Achieved mandated 3%-5% annual cost reductions on $42 Million CAD annual commodity spends through competitive bidding, negotiation and escalation procedures Show less

Bombardier Aerospace designs aviation products for the business, commercial, specialized and amphibious aircraft markets, holding the number one position in business and regional aircraft. The Toronto Site manufactures components in support of the Dash 8 Q-Series turboprop regional aircraft family, CL415 WaterBomber amphibious aircraft, and the Learjet and Global Express business jet families.KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:• Purchased a wide variety of components (build-to-print machine… Show more Bombardier Aerospace designs aviation products for the business, commercial, specialized and amphibious aircraft markets, holding the number one position in business and regional aircraft. The Toronto Site manufactures components in support of the Dash 8 Q-Series turboprop regional aircraft family, CL415 WaterBomber amphibious aircraft, and the Learjet and Global Express business jet families.KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:• Purchased a wide variety of components (build-to-print machine parts, fuselage components, electrical equipment, avionics instrumentation, hardware, pumps, ducting, hoses, clamps, couplings, etc.) from local and international suppliers (England, France, United States, Japan, China, Korea) both for production line support and after-market resale• Established buyer-supplier partnerships and managed delivery schedules despite continuing supplier shortages and delays• Ensured sole-source vendors met neglected contractual commitments through negotiation and escalation procedures• Conducted program reviews with key suppliers to clarify program objectives, address quality/delivery issues and review product trends & market conditions.• Provided after-hours support to Airline Operators with Aircraft On Ground (AOG) emergency needsKEY ACHIEVEMENTS:• Achieved cost reductions in excess of $750,000 USD over a five year period through competitive bidding, negotiation and escalation procedures• Conducted Six Sigma project to eliminate duplication of multiple identification numbers for individual parts. The project minimized inventory bins, reduced carrying costs and was highlighted in an internal company newsletter so other sites could leverage project findings• Administered a Major Structures supplier (Fleet Industries) to deliver wing skins for the Dash 8 fuselage, maintaining production line flow in a Just-In-Time environment with tight critical deadlines Show less