Jayne Strang
About Jayne Strang
Jayne Strang is a Supply Chain Manager with extensive experience in various roles across multiple companies, including RIMOWA and Engineered Lifting Systems & Equipment Inc. She has a strong background in supply chain management, finance, and logistics, and currently works at Phoenix Contact in Milton, Ontario.
Work at Phoenix
Jayne Strang has been serving as the Supply Chain Manager at Phoenix Contact since 2021. In this role, she is responsible for overseeing supply chain operations, ensuring efficiency and effectiveness in processes. Her position involves strategic planning and execution of supply chain initiatives that align with the company's goals. Jayne's expertise in supply chain management contributes to the overall performance and productivity of the organization.
Previous Experience in Supply Chain Management
Prior to her role at Phoenix Contact, Jayne Strang held several significant positions in supply chain management. She worked at Engineered Lifting Systems & Equipment Inc. as Purchasing Manager from 2019 to 2021. Before that, she was the Senior Director of Supply/Demand & Logistics at Magnussen Home Furnishings from 2017 to 2018. Her experience also includes a tenure at RIMOWA, where she served as Sr. Manager - Supply Chain & Logistics from 2014 to 2017 and previously as Supply Chain Manager from 2012 to 2014.
Education and Certifications
Jayne Strang studied Supply Chain Management at Conestoga College from 1996 to 2004, where she achieved the CSCMP designation. Additionally, she attended the Institute of Supply Management, earning the C.P.M. Lifetime certification in 2006. Her educational background provides a solid foundation for her career in supply chain management, equipping her with essential knowledge and skills.
Background in Inventory and Procurement
Jayne Strang has a diverse background in inventory and procurement management. She worked at Danby Appliances as Inventory and Procurement Manager for six months in 2017. Earlier in her career, she held the position of Buyer at DALSA from 2000 to 2004 and served as Materials Manager at Linamar from 2005 to 2011. These roles have contributed to her comprehensive understanding of supply chain dynamics.
Achievements in Supply Chain Operations
Throughout her career, Jayne Strang has implemented lean operations strategies that significantly reduced waste and improved efficiency in supply chain processes. She has also played a key role in mergers and acquisitions, integrating supply chain operations to ensure seamless transitions. Her leadership in new product and service development initiatives has contributed to revenue and profit growth.