Rob Orchard

Rob Orchard is an experienced professional in supply chain management with a background in both warehouse operations and procurement. Currently serving as a Stockroom Supervisor at Roquette since October 2019, Rob has been instrumental in establishing a greenfield warehouse and collaborating with various teams to implement a Maintenance, Repair, and Operations (MRO) system. Prior to this role, Rob worked as a Procurement Specialist at Roquette, overseeing purchasing for a startup and setting up maintenance contracts. Rob's extensive experience at the J.R. Simplot Company included roles as a Corporate MRO Buyer and Stockroom Supply Supervisor, managing purchasing and supply operations for multiple locations and plant expansions. Rob’s career began in the Canadian Armed Forces, serving as an Artillery Soldier from May 1991 to April 2012, providing a strong foundation in disciplined logistics and operations management. Rob holds qualifications from the Supply Chain Management Association in Manitoba.