Michael Di Matteo

Dynamic Procurement and Supply Chain Executive with more than 20 years of leadership experience driving procurement strategy, strategic sourcing, category management, supplier relationship management, inventory optimization, and operational excellence across multi-site distribution operations. Recognized for delivering measurable business results through data-driven procurement strategies, commercial negotiations, supplier development, and continuous process improvement. Extensive experience managing procurement portfolios exceeding $45 million annually while overseeing more than 7,000 SKUs across multiple product categories.

A collaborative leader who builds high-performing procurement teams, develops strategic supplier partnerships across North America and international markets, and works cross-functionally with Operations, Sales, Finance, Warehousing, and Executive Leadership to improve profitability, reduce supply chain risk, and strengthen customer service.

Purchasing Manager | Procurement & Supply Chain at McFadden's Hardwood & Hardware Inc. (Würth Group) (2013-12 – Present)

Lead procurement, strategic sourcing, supplier relationship management, inventory optimization, and purchasing operations supporting nine branch locations throughout Ontario. Manage an annual procurement portfolio exceeding $45 million, overseeing procurement activities for more than 7,000 SKUs while ensuring inventory availability, supplier performance, operational efficiency, and cost-effective sourcing strategies.

• Lead procurement operations across nine branch locations
• Develop and execute strategic sourcing initiatives aligned with business objectives.
• Build and manage supplier relationships across North America and international markets.
• Negotiate commercial agreements including pricing, rebates, freight programs, contracts, and purchasing terms.
• Monitor supplier performance, procurement KPIs, inventory investment, and supply chain risk.
• Lead purchasing staff through coaching, performance management, and continuous development.
• Collaborate with Operations, Sales, Finance, Warehouse, and Executive Leadership to support organizational objectives.
• Ensure procurement compliance while driving continuous improvement initiatives.
• Managed annual procurement spend exceeding $45 million.
• Directed procurement for over 7,000 products across multiple product categories.
• Improved company fill rates from 96.7% to 98.6% while maintaining disciplined inventory investment.
• Delivered measurable procurement savings through strategic sourcing initiatives.
• Negotiated supplier agreements that strengthened long-term partnerships while improving commercial performance.
• Enhanced procurement processes through KPI monitoring and data-driven decision making.
• Successfully introduced new suppliers and product categories supporting company growth.
• Strengthened procurement governance and supplier performance measurement.

Diploma in Business Administration – Centennial College