Montreal, Quebec, Canada
Driven by a mindset of integrity, curiosity, and continuous growth, I’ve built solid international experience in procurement and supply chain through diverse roles, projects, and collaborations across multiple sectors — including finance, transportation, consumer goods, textiles, and tourism. These experiences have strengthened my understanding of global supply ecosystems and the strategic role of procurement across industries. Passionate about exploring new perspectives, I’m particularly drawn to international environments that challenge the way I think and work. Having begun my journey in Europe, spent six transformative months in South America, and now continuing my path in North America, I’ve learned to adapt, connect, and grow through cultural and professional diversity. I hold a dual degree in Procurement and Supply Chain Management from McGill University and IAE Lille – University of Lille, based in the dynamic city of Montreal.
Scope: Raw materials, overseeing 50% of the company’s material sourcing. - Procurement & Inventory Management: Oversaw end-to-end procurement, leveraging ERP, ARP, and MRP for optimal order timing, optimize purchasing and reduce excess inventory. - Supplier & Cost Optimization: Strengthened supplier partnerships through negotiations, securing better terms, savings, and transport conditions. -ERP & Process Improvement: Led a major ERP update, processing RFIs to enhance data accuracy, streamline procurement workflows. -Risk Mitigation: Ensure supply chain resilience. -Automation & Reporting: Designed tools and KPI to improve procurement efficiency. -Operational & Cross-Functional Support: Managed procurement administration (invoicing, POs, financial verification) and collaborated with Operations, Manufacturing, R&D, and Marketing to align strategies.
Purchasing & Consulting Intern – Executive Department - Spearheaded a consultancy initiative to establish a Purchasing Department at Ziegler's headquarters, aiming to develop a comprehensive procurement service and enhance the Belgian, Luxembourgish, and German branches by integrating best practices from Ziegler France. Collaborated with the French purchasing team, worked with audit teams on ESG strategy (Ecovadis), and coordinated procurement across road, sea, and air branches while considering cultural differences. - Managed procurement for the launch of the Zeebrugge logistics warehouse, handling logistics purchases and general expenses. Oversaw the implementation of warehouse racking and procurement of forklifts, pallet wrapping machines, floor scrubbers, etc. - Explored and analyzed road, air, and maritime transportation by visiting various Ziegler branches. Facilitated the opening of the Zeebrugge logistics and distribution warehouse and conducted site visits to Ziegler branches in Zaventem and Antwerp.
Indirect Purchasing Intern Supported buyers in Marketing, General Expenses, Logistics, IT (software, marketing, advertising, media), and IT Security. Main Mission: Strategic Procurement & Contract Optimization - Managed end-to-end RFP processes in collaboration with internal clients: identified needs, drafted RFPs, conducted strategic sourcing, analyzed offers, evaluated suppliers, negotiated terms, selected vendors, handled contracting, and ensured smooth payment processes. Secondary Mission: Continuous Improvement - Contract Management: Monitored contract deadlines and automatic renewal clauses through the contract database. - Tool Development: Established supplier panels for prescribers to enhance procurement efficiency. - Market Analysis: Conducted benchmarking and market monitoring to support purchasing decisions. - ERP Management: Updated supplier data and performed daily administrative tasks in the ERP system. Cross-Functional Collaboration - Worked closely with the VP of Marketing, Facilities, Logistics, and IT on projects and budget management. - Partnered with legal teams for contract drafting and accounting teams for invoice management and financial clauses. - Maintained daily communication with suppliers and carriers.