Eric Biddiscombe
About Eric Biddiscombe
Eric Biddiscombe serves as the Country Manager for Tosca in Canada, focusing on New Business Development in North America. He has extensive experience in supply chain operations and management, having held various leadership roles at Loblaw Companies Limited and served on the Board of Directors for the Canadian Produce Marketing Association.
Work at Tosca
Eric Biddiscombe serves as the Country Manager for Canada and is responsible for New Business Development in North America at Tosca. He has been in this role since 2020, operating from Kitchener, Ontario. His responsibilities include overseeing business strategies and initiatives to enhance market presence and drive growth in the Canadian market.
Previous Experience at Loblaw Companies Limited
Eric Biddiscombe has extensive experience at Loblaw Companies Limited, where he held various positions over a span of 16 years. His roles included Health and Safety Co-Chair for Distribution Center Operations, Senior Director of Quality Assurance for Produce, and Senior Category Director. He contributed to process improvement and supply chain operations, demonstrating a strong background in logistics and management.
Board Membership at Canadian Produce Marketing Association
From 2009 to 2017, Eric Biddiscombe was a member of the Board of Directors for the Canadian Produce Marketing Association. During his eight-year tenure, he participated in strategic discussions and initiatives aimed at promoting the interests of the produce industry in Canada.
Education and Certifications
Eric Biddiscombe holds a Results Master Degree from the University of Intention. He has completed a supervisory certification program at the Loblaw School of Management and holds several certifications, including Health and Safety Certification, HACCP Certification, and a coaching certification. He also underwent formal training in the High Potential Program at Loblaw, facilitated by the Schulich School of Business at York University.
Process Improvement Training and Expertise
Eric has facilitated process improvement training at Loblaw Companies Limited through the Virginia Tech Institute. He possesses key operating systems knowledge, including iTrade network, SAP, and Warehouse Management Systems, which supports his expertise in enhancing operational efficiencies within supply chain management.