Robert Bombardier
About Robert Bombardier
Robert Bombardier serves as the Vice President of Global Supply and Purchasing at Spectra Premium Industries, a position he has held since 2014. He has a background in marketing and economics, holding a Bachelor of Business Administration from Bishop's University and has extensive experience in procurement and supply chain management.
Work at Spectra Premium Industries
Robert Bombardier has served as Vice President Global Supply and Purchasing at Spectra Premium Industries since 2014. In this role, he has been responsible for overseeing the company's global supply chain operations. His leadership has focused on enhancing efficiency and effectiveness within the supply chain. He has also solidified relationships with key suppliers and partners, promoting collaboration that benefits the organization. Prior to this position, he held the role of Director Corporate Procurement at Spectra Premium Industries from 1999 to 2014, where he contributed to the company's procurement strategies.
Education and Expertise
Robert Bombardier earned a Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.) with a focus on Marketing and Economics from Bishop's University, where he studied from 1991 to 1994. He also holds a Certificate in Management from McGill University's Desautels Faculty of Management, which he completed in 1990. His educational background has provided him with a strong foundation in business principles, which he has applied throughout his career in supply chain management and procurement.
Career Background
Before his tenure at Spectra Premium Industries, Robert Bombardier held various positions that contributed to his expertise in procurement and supply chain management. He worked as a Purchasing Supervisor at BakeMark from 1997 to 1999 and as a Marketing Coordinator at CanWel Building Materials from 1995 to 1997. His career began with a focus on marketing and transitioned into procurement, where he successfully managed the shift from sales agents to direct procurement from factories.
Achievements in Supply Chain Management
Throughout his career, Robert Bombardier has implemented several key initiatives that have positively impacted supply chain operations. He organized the global supply chain to enhance its efficiency and effectiveness. He also formulated strategies that reduced inventory levels while increasing customer satisfaction. Additionally, he established quality procedures that ensured timely product and platform launches for OEM customers, demonstrating his commitment to operational excellence.