Brenda C.
About Brenda C.
Brenda C. is the Manager of Procurement Site Support at Bristol Myers Squibb in Montreal, Quebec, with extensive experience in procurement and supply chain roles across various companies and regions.
Current Position at Bristol Myers Squibb
Brenda C. holds the position of Manager, Procurement Site Support at Bristol Myers Squibb in Montreal, Quebec, Canada. In this role, she has made significant contributions to improving supplier relationships and reducing procurement costs by implementing a new vendor management system. Additionally, she successfully led a cross-functional team to streamline the procure-to-pay (P2P) process, reducing the procurement cycle time by 15%. Her efforts have also included developing and executing a comprehensive training program for new procurement staff, which has enhanced team efficiency and knowledge.
Previous Positions in Procurement
Before joining Bristol Myers Squibb, Brenda C. gained extensive experience in procurement and supply chain roles. She worked as a Commodity Buyer at Alstom for one year in St-Bruno-de-Montarville, Quebec. Prior to that, she was a Buyer at GE Renewable Energy for five months in Brossard, Quebec. From 2018 to 2019, she served as a Senior Buyer at Sisca Business Solutions in the Montreal, Canada Area. Between 2016 and 2018, Brenda was a Project Buyer at MAKAO in Hong Kong. Her earlier roles included Procurement Officer at innov8 Group and Merchandiser at Groupe Casino, both in Hong Kong.
Early Career in Logistics and Procurement
Brenda C. started her career in logistics and procurement with roles such as Purchase Order Management Coordinator at Jace Group Ltd in Hong Kong, and Logistics Coordinator at Alasko Foods / Moov in the Montreal, Canada Area. These roles provided her foundational experience in managing logistics and procurement operations, setting the stage for her subsequent positions in more senior roles.
Educational Background in Business Administration
Brenda C. graduated from Université de Montréal - HEC Montréal with a Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.) in Marketing & International Business. Her education, completed over three years from 2005 to 2008, equipped her with a solid understanding of marketing principles and international business practices, which have been instrumental in her professional achievements in procurement and supply chain management.
Notable Achievements at Bristol Myers Squibb
At Bristol Myers Squibb, Brenda C. has achieved several notable milestones. She successfully negotiated a multi-year contract with a key supplier, resulting in significant cost savings and improved service levels. Additionally, she played a pivotal role in transitioning to a new ERP system, ensuring minimal disruption to procurement operations. These accomplishments highlight her strategic negotiation skills and her ability to manage complex projects efficiently.