Yves Toutant
About Yves Toutant
Yves Toutant is a Category Manager Capex at Cascades, where he has worked since 2017. He has extensive experience in procurement and logistics, having previously held positions at V-TO inc and Valmont Industries, Inc.
Work at Cascades
Yves Toutant has served as the Category Manager Capex at Cascades since 2017. In this role, he has developed and implemented a procurement strategy that aligns with the specific needs of Cascades' business units. His work focuses on optimizing capital expenditures and ensuring that procurement processes support the company's operational goals. Cascades is known for its commitment to sustainable practices, and Toutant's strategies contribute to this mission.
Previous Experience at V-TO Inc.
Before joining Cascades, Yves Toutant worked at V-TO Inc. as Responsable des achats et logistique from 2001 to 2011. During his ten years in St-Hyacinthe, he was responsible for overseeing purchasing and logistics operations. His experience at V-TO Inc. provided him with a solid foundation in supply chain management and procurement processes.
Experience at Valmont Industries, Inc.
Yves Toutant worked at Valmont Industries, Inc. from 2011 to 2017 as an Acheteur / Buyer. In this position, he was responsible for executing the tender process, which included conducting market analysis, preparing specifications, issuing tenders, evaluating submissions, and making recommendations in collaboration with technical teams. His role at Valmont Industries enhanced his expertise in procurement and supplier management.
Education and Expertise
Yves Toutant studied at UQTR - Université du Québec à Trois-Rivières, where he achieved a degree in Administration et gestion des affaires, général. This educational background provided him with essential knowledge in business administration and management, which he has applied throughout his career in procurement and logistics.