Christian Rivard
About Christian Rivard
Christian Rivard is an experienced buyer who currently works at Glencore, where he coordinates procurement activities and manages contracts. He previously held positions at SAQ and the Ministère d'emploi et de la solidarité sociale du Québec, and he holds a bachelor's degree in business administration from Université du Québec en Abitibi-Témiscamingue.
Work at Glencore
Christian Rivard has been employed at Glencore as an Acheteur since 2017. In this role, he coordinates procurement activities to support the execution of engineering projects. His responsibilities include analyzing service calls and negotiating with suppliers to optimize procurement processes. Rivard also establishes and manages contracts, ensuring compliance with corporate policies, and handles disputes related to procurement agreements.
Previous Experience at SAQ
Before joining Glencore, Christian Rivard worked at the Société des alcools du Québec (SAQ) as Directeur remplaçant de succursale from 2010 to 2013. He served in this capacity for three years in the Abitibi-Témiscamingue region. His role involved overseeing branch operations and ensuring effective service delivery.
Experience at Ministère d'emploi et de la solidarité sociale du Québec
Christian Rivard was employed at the Ministère d'emploi et de la solidarité sociale du Québec as Conseiller aux entreprises from 2014 to 2017. During his three years in Rouyn-Noranda, he provided guidance and support to businesses, contributing to local economic development.
Education and Expertise
Christian Rivard studied at the Université du Québec en Abitibi-Témiscamingue, where he completed a Baccalauréat in Administration et gestion des affaires, général from 2009 to 2012. Additionally, he attended Canadore College from 2003 to 2004, where he achieved a certification in English as a second language. His educational background supports his expertise in procurement and business administration.