Simon Lemarbre
About Simon Lemarbre
Simon Lemarbre is the Director of Demand and Supply Planning at Cascades, with extensive experience in supply chain management and process improvement. He has held various leadership roles in companies such as Agropur, Bombardier Aerospace, and AbitibiBowater, and has a strong educational background in Industrial Engineering from Polytechnique Montréal.
Current Role at Cascades
Simon Lemarbre serves as the Director of Demand and Supply Planning at Cascades, a position he has held since 2020. In this role, he focuses on optimizing supply chain processes and enhancing demand planning strategies. His responsibilities include overseeing the integration of supply chain initiatives and ensuring alignment with business objectives. His leadership in this capacity emphasizes results-driven approaches and effective collaboration across teams.
Previous Experience at Agropur
Simon Lemarbre has extensive experience at Agropur, where he held multiple roles. He served as the Director of Process and Systems Improvement from 2015 to 2019, focusing on enhancing operational efficiency. Prior to that, he was the Director of Process and Capabilities Transformation for a brief period in 2020. Additionally, he worked as a Process Improvement Manager from 2013 to 2015, contributing to significant advancements in supply chain processes.
Background in Supply Chain Management
Lemarbre's background in supply chain management includes roles at Bombardier Aerospace and AbitibiBowater, Inc. At Bombardier Aerospace, he worked in supply chain from 2010 to 2013. His tenure at AbitibiBowater included positions such as Supply Chain Integration Expert and Manager of Demand Planning, where he focused on integrating supply chain functions and enhancing demand forecasting capabilities.
Education and Expertise
Simon Lemarbre studied Industrial Engineering at Polytechnique Montréal, where he earned both a Bachelor of Engineering (B.Eng) and a Master of Science (M.Sc.a) in the field. His academic background has equipped him with strong analytical and synthesis capabilities, particularly in supply chain management. He has developed expertise in integrated system implementation and business unit management, which he applies in his professional roles.
Recognitions and Skills
Lemarbre is recognized for his strategic vision and effectiveness in process improvement within the supply chain sector. He is particularly noted for his teamwork and initiative in professional settings. His focus on results and process improvement has contributed to his reputation as a leader in demand and supply planning.