Derek Palmer
About Derek Palmer
Derek Palmer serves as the Vice President of Operations at Cargojet, a position he has held since 2021. With extensive experience in the logistics and transportation sectors, he previously worked in various roles at Air Canada and Purolator Inc.
Work at Cargojet
Derek Palmer has been serving as Vice President of Operations at Cargojet since 2021. In this role, he oversees operational strategies and ensures efficient cargo operations. His tenure at Cargojet has lasted for three years, during which he has contributed to the company's operational improvements and service delivery in Mississauga, Ontario, Canada.
Previous Experience at Air Canada
Before joining Cargojet, Derek Palmer held several positions at Air Canada. He served as Senior Director of Global Operations - Cargo from 2019 to 2021, where he managed cargo operations on a global scale. Prior to that, he was the Director of Cargo Hub Operations and Customer Service from 2016 to 2019, focusing on enhancing customer service and operational efficiencies. He also worked as Director of Cargo Customer Experience from 2014 to 2016.
Experience at Purolator Inc.
Derek Palmer spent a significant portion of his career at Purolator Inc. He held various roles, including Sr. Regional Manager for Eastern Canada Air Operations from 2006 to 2014, where he managed air operations in the eastern region. Earlier, he worked as Operations, Quality and Training from 1997 to 2003, and as Quality Manager for Air Operations from 2004 to 2005.
Education and Expertise
Derek Palmer holds a Master of Science in Transportation and Supply Chain from the University of Denver, which he completed between 2019 and 2021. He also earned a Bachelor of Science (Honours) from McMaster University from 1998 to 2003. Additionally, he participated in a Leadership Program at the Schulich School of Business - York University in 2007.