Julie Giasson
About Julie Giasson
Julie Giasson is a Logistics Procurement Manager with an MBA from the University of Sherbrooke and a PhD in Polymer Chemistry from McGill University. She has extensive experience in the packaging and containers industry, having held various managerial roles at Cascades and GGB over a career spanning more than two decades.
Current Role at Cascades
Julie Giasson currently serves as the Logistics Procurement Manager at Cascades, a position she has held since 2018. In this role, she is responsible for overseeing logistics and procurement operations, ensuring efficiency and effectiveness within the supply chain. Giasson also works as the COE Supply Chain Service Manager at Cascades, contributing to the company's strategic initiatives in supply chain management. Her tenure at Cascades has been marked by a focus on operational excellence and value stream mapping.
Previous Experience at Cascades
Prior to her current roles, Julie Giasson worked at Cascades for 15 years, from 1995 to 2010, where she held positions as Plant Manager and General Manager. During this time, she gained extensive experience in the packaging and containers industry, managing plant operations and driving organizational transformation initiatives. Her long-standing association with Cascades has provided her with deep insights into the company's operational processes and industry standards.
Experience at GGB
Julie Giasson has also held significant roles at GGB. From 2011 to 2012, she served as Plant Manager at GGB Dieuze in France, where she managed operations in the Alsace/Lorraine region. Following this, she worked as Operations Manager for Bushing Blocks in the Greater Chicago Area from 2012 to 2013. Her experience at GGB further enhanced her expertise in operational management and change management.
Education and Expertise
Julie Giasson holds an MBA from the University of Sherbrooke, which complements her extensive professional experience. Additionally, she earned a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Polymer Chemistry from McGill University, where she studied from 1986 to 1992. Her academic background, combined with her practical experience, has equipped her with strong skills in organizational transformation, change management, value stream mapping, and operational excellence.
Background in the Packaging Industry
Julie Giasson has a demonstrated history of working in the packaging and containers industry. Her roles at Cascades and GGB have allowed her to develop a comprehensive understanding of the industry's operational challenges and best practices. This background has been instrumental in her ability to lead initiatives aimed at improving efficiency and effectiveness within supply chains.