Ingrid Bachmann

Strategic and innovative Supply Chain Director with 25+ years of leadership in procurement, logistics, and manufacturing within food production and national distribution. Known for optimizing end-to-end supply chains, reducing waste, and driving data-led productivity improvements through ERP and cross-functional teams. Trusted partner to executive leadership, aligning supply chain initiatives with enterprise goals and compliance standards. 

Process Project Consultant (Contract)
IFAB Partners – Cambridge, ON
April 2025 – Present 

• Driving efficiency and process improvements to support various aspects of the construction project including scheduling, process mapping, checklist implementation, procedures & documentation.
• Overseeing commissioning activities for food processing facility construction and start-up.

Vice President, Supply Chain & Operations
Wainbee Limited – Mississauga, ON
September 2021 – March 2025

• Led supply chain operation across 4 manufacturing sites and 13 distribution centers, servicing customers across Canada.
• Oversaw procurement strategy managing $50M in annual spend across 13 facilities; achieved 3% cost savings via contract negotiations and purchasing strategies.
• Directed logistics operations including transportation and warehousing; reduced freight costs by 5% annually.
• Led ERP migration from Microsoft Dynamics AX to Microsoft Dynamics 365, resulting in real-time visibility and 5% reduction in order processing times.
• Mentored and developed a team of 40 professionals across planning, sourcing, and logistics functions.

Project Manager, CSB Systems | 2021

• Leverage ERP capabilities to optimize processes for clients throughout software implementation.

Logistics & Inventory Manager, Conestoga Meats | 2012-2021

• Led logistics and inventory operations for national meat processor; achieved 100% inventory accuracy for year-end audits.

Team Manager, Rockwell Automation | 2010-2012

• Participated in various Kaizen teams and continuous improvement initiatives; mentored future leaders.

Supply Chain Planning Analyst, Maple Leaf Consumer Foods | 2006-2010

• Developed national supply plans and led fill rate improvements using Six Sigma tools; earned company-wide recognition for "Bias for Action."

Corporate Inventory Supervisor, Wainbee Limited | 1992-2006

• Centralized purchasing and implemented cycle counting processes resulting in significant cost-savings and inventory reductions.

BA, Psychology - McMaster University – Hamilton, ON | 2001