Gord Schultz
About Gord Schultz
Gord Schultz serves as the Vice President of Global Procurement at Canopy Growth Corporation, specializing in contract manufacturing outsourcing and supplier management. With extensive experience in procurement and supply chain operations, he emphasizes risk assessment, strategic execution, and team development.
Current Role at Canopy Growth
Gord Schultz serves as the Vice President of Global Procurement at Canopy Growth Corporation, a position he has held since 2019. In this role, he leads strategic execution across all facets of operations and procurement. His responsibilities include enhancing productivity while ensuring that operating and fiscal targets are met. Schultz focuses on risk assessment and mitigation within procurement and supply chain operations, driving positive business results through effective strategy and leadership.
Previous Experience in Procurement and Supply Chain
Before joining Canopy Growth, Gord Schultz held several significant positions in procurement and supply chain management. He worked at Entrust Datacard as Senior Manager of Supply Chain & Order Fulfillment from 2015 to 2019. Prior to that, he served as Director of Supplier Management at Accenture for 17 years, from 1998 to 2015. His earlier experience includes a role as Production Supervisor at Digital Equipment Corporation from 1992 to 1998. This extensive background has equipped him with a deep understanding of contract manufacturing outsourcing and supplier management.
Education and Expertise
Gord Schultz studied at Algonquin College of Applied Arts and Technology, where he achieved a degree in Business Administration and Management. His educational background complements his professional expertise, which includes digital strategy transformation, cost and process optimization, and strong negotiation skills. Schultz is recognized for building 'best in class' operations and procurement organizations across various industries and regions.
Leadership and Team Development
In his professional roles, Gord Schultz emphasizes the importance of coaching and developing team members. He fosters a culture of mutual respect and promotes a service-oriented approach within organizations. His leadership style is characterized by a commitment to continuous improvement and a focus on problem-solving through data and analytics. Schultz is dedicated to enhancing team performance and driving business change management.
Achievements in Procurement Strategy
Gord Schultz has been recognized for his ability to drive strategic execution and enhance productivity within procurement operations. His expertise includes managing annual capital budgets and ROI models, with a focus on governance and key performance indicators (KPI). Schultz's work in risk assessment and mitigation has contributed to the development of effective procurement strategies that align with organizational goals.