How GAF is Solving for Visibility, Labor, and Loss Prevention

Feb 19, 2024

Join Patrick Leblond and Derek Heer from GAF as they discuss warehouse optimization, collaboration with Vector for visibility, combating theft in supply chain, and emphasizing employee loyalty at GAF. They share insights on maximizing value through technology, addressing industry challenges, and the importance of partnership and transparency in business.

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Introduction

00:00 • 2min

Fantasy Billion-Dollar Splurges

01:47 • 4min

Exploring G F's Role in Roofing Industry and Supply Chain Management

05:43 • 2min

Maximizing Value and Efficiency in Supply Chain Operations

07:40 • 16min

Tackling Theft in Supply Chain: Challenges and Strategies

23:16 • 11min

Employee Loyalty and Longevity at GAF

34:32 • 5min

Industry Experiences, Guardhouses, and Truck Envy

39:50 • 2min

Partnership, Transparency, and Feedback: Keys to Improving Relationships and Solutions

41:38 • 3min

Joining Scott Luton and special guest host Will Chu in today's episode of Supply Chain Now are two supply chain supremos in the form of Patrick Leblond, Director of Supply Chain Systems and Process Optimization at GAF, and his colleague Derek Heer, Supply Chain Systems & Process Optimization Manager.

GAF is North America's largest roofing and waterproofing manufacturer, with over 4,000 employees and 35 manufacturing operations spread across 27 locations in the US.

Due to this formidable footprint, its supply chain is extremely multifaceted and nuanced, and it is Patrick and Derek’s job to ensure operations run as smoothly and efficiently as possible. This involves careful management and curation of a technology stack made up of different systems and software that sings in harmony. For example, a major priority for them right now is warehouse optimization, a multi-year project which involves the modernization of a legacy WMS platform.

Patrick and Derek also spend a lot of time collaborating with and providing their own frontline insight to Will, who is the CEO and Co-founder of Vector, a yard management platform designed to increase visibility for supply chain personnel and their partners. Throughout the discussion, the trio touch on their working relationship and how the two companies are providing value for each other, including how Vector is helping GAF to gain greater visibility inside its operations.

Several other big talking points are addressed during the rest of the podcast, including:

· The battle to attract and retain talent.

· Empowering the supply chain workforce to reach their full potential.

· The traceability challenge in the building materials sector.

· Tackling theft to optimize loss prevention.

Interested to get Will, Patrick and Derek’s take? Tune in to the podcast to learn more.

Additional Links & Resources:

Learn more about Vector: https://www.withvector.com/

Learn more about Supply Chain Now: https://supplychainnow.com

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This episode is hosted by Scott Luton. For additional information, please visit our dedicated show page at: https://supplychainnow.com/GAF-solving-visibility-labor-loss-prevention-1237