Greg Athanase
About Greg Athanase
Greg Athanase is the Canadian DC Manager at General Mills Canada, overseeing distribution and logistics operations in Mississauga, ON.
Current Role at General Mills Canada
Greg Athanase currently serves as the Canadian DC Manager at General Mills Canada, located in Mississauga, ON. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing the physical distribution of all Yoplait products at the national level. His duties encompass managing transportation operations from plants to warehouses and from warehouses to retailers. Additionally, he oversees warehousing operations and manages relationships with third-party logistics providers (3PLs) to ensure service levels, operational efficiency, and budget adherence.
Previous Roles at General Mills Canada
Before assuming his current position, Greg Athanase held several roles at General Mills Canada. From 2012 to 2015, he was the Transportation Manager for Yoplait. Prior to that, from 2010 to 2012, he served as Transportation & Temp Warehousing Manager. He initially joined General Mills Canada in 2005 as the Distribution Manager, a position he held until 2010. These roles provided him with extensive experience in logistics and supply chain management, particularly within the food industry.
Industry Experience
Greg Athanase has a robust background in supply chain and logistics management. He started his career at Giraud Logistique, where he held multiple roles including Operations Manager and Project Manager in the Paris Area, France. He then moved to Supply Chain Management Inc., where he was an Operational Team Leader for four years. His career also includes a role as Logistics Analyst at Tibett & Britten in Ottawa and Mexico and Warehouse Manager at Trophy Foods in Mississauga. Overall, his varied experience spans multiple aspects of supply chain and logistics across different geographies.
Educational Background
Greg Athanase has a solid educational foundation in supply chain and commerce. He obtained a Master's degree in Supply Chain from the Universite de Marseille in 1994. Prior to that, he achieved a Bachelor's degree in Commerce from IUT Troyes in 1992. This combination of education and practical experience has equipped him with the knowledge and skills necessary for his roles in supply chain and logistics management.
Focus on Continuous Improvement
Greg Athanase places a significant emphasis on continuous improvement within his operations. He aims to contain costs and increase productivity within the five Canadian distribution centers he manages, which include three temperature-controlled and two dry facilities. His focus on continuous improvement initiatives demonstrates his commitment to operational efficiency and effectiveness, ensuring the smooth distribution of products while adhering to budget constraints.