Francois Drolet

Francois Drolet is a seasoned procurement and supply chain specialist with extensive experience in various sectors, including aerospace and manufacturing. Currently serving at BOMBARDIER since July 2022, Francois manages suppliers for business aircraft related to exterior paint and interior finishes while supporting the commodity team lead. Previous roles include procurement mandates at Velan Inc., Hydro-Québec, and Kinova, where responsibilities encompassed project outsourcing, procurement analysis, and sourcing activities for innovative robotics. A long tenure at BOMBARDIER from 1997 to 2017 involved leadership in procurement for commercial aircraft structures and components. Francois holds a Certified Supply Chain Professional designation from APICS and a logistics management certificate from HEC Montréal.