Charles Cormier
About Charles Cormier
Charles Cormier is an Executive Leader at J.D. Irving, Limited, specializing in Program Management Office and Business Solutions. He has a background in Industrial Engineering and has held various leadership roles in aerospace and defense, advocating for participative engagement and measurable outcomes.
Work at J.D. Irving
Charles Cormier has been with J.D. Irving, Limited since 2009, where he serves as the Executive Leader of the Program Management Office (PMO) and Business Solution. In this role, he provides governance and oversight for the delivery of IT solutions across the enterprise. His responsibilities include managing a significant ERP instance consolidation project. Prior to this position, he worked as Divisional Vice-President at J.D. Irving from 2004 to 2009.
Education and Expertise
Charles Cormier studied at Université de Moncton, where he earned a Bachelor of Applied Science (BASc) in Industrial Engineering from 1977 to 1982. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his leadership roles in operations and project management. He advocates for a leadership style that emphasizes participative engagement, measurable outcomes, and a thorough understanding of problems.
Background in Aerospace and Defence
Before joining J.D. Irving, Charles Cormier worked at IMP Aerospace & Defence. He held the position of Senior Director of Operations for one year in 1996 and then served as Vice-President & General Manager for six years from 1998 to 2004. During his tenure, he led IMP Aerospace Components to be recognized as a Supplier of Choice by major aircraft manufacturers.
Lean Methodologies and Achievements
Charles Cormier pioneered Lean methodologies at Boeing Company, significantly contributing to the Canadian operations achieving world-class performance levels. His efforts in implementing these methodologies resulted in recognition through numerous awards, showcasing his commitment to operational excellence and efficiency.