Kevin Bate

Kevin Bate is an experienced operations and materials management professional currently serving as Senior Manager of Operations at HOIST since April 2023, where responsibilities include managing a cross-functional team across Canada and the USA, evaluating business processes, and mentoring direct reports in ERP knowledge. Previously, Kevin held positions such as Supply Chain Manager and Business Process Manager at Poly-Nova Technologies, overseeing procurement, inventory management, and ERP system implementations. With a solid background in materials management, Kevin has worked at companies like AirBoss of America, Linamar, and Armatec Survivability, leading teams and driving efficiency across supply chain and ERP projects. Educationally, Kevin has a business background from Conestoga College and Mohawk College, complementing a career built on strategic planning, process improvement, and team development.