Randy Chadney

Background

About Randy Chadney

As a senior leader in the lumber and manufacturing industry, I specialize in operational excellence, business growth, and strategic transformation. With over two decades of experience, I have led multi-site operations, driven business improvements, and optimized supply chain efficiencies in high-volume manufacturing environments. Currently, as General Manager of a Canadian Lumber company, I oversee five sawmill facilities producing 1.3 billion board feet annually. My leadership spans operations, safety, finance, procurement, residual sales, and capital projects, ensuring profitability, compliance, and sustainability. I thrive in high-stakes environments, balancing strategy with hands-on execution to enhance productivity, reduce costs, and mitigate risks. I bring expertise in operational strategy, business transformation, and financial oversight, with additional strengths in labour relations and contract negotiations. Aligning corporate strategy with execution, I have driven measurable improvements in efficiency, profitability, and market positioning. I have played a key role in M&A activities, restructuring, and transitioning from commodity to high-margin specialty products. Passionate about innovation, I apply Six Sigma methodologies and emerging technologies to streamline processes and improve decision-making. A trusted advisor to executive leadership, I provide insights that shape corporate strategies and long-term growth. Above all, I focus on building high-performing teams and fostering a culture of safety, collaboration, and continuous improvement. Whether optimizing production, driving business growth, or leading change, I deliver measurable results that drive industry leadership and competitive advantage. Key Achievements - Full P&L responsibility for five manufacturing sites, successfully increasing profitability through strategic planning and process optimization- Led a transition from commodity lumber to high-margin specialty products, significantly improving financial performance- Played a key role in multiple M&A assessments, providing operational and financial insights to drive business growth- Managed restructuring initiatives in Western Canada to align with fiber supply constraints, ensuring business sustainability- Developed workforce strategies and led leadership coaching, cultivating top talent for future management roles- Negotiated and managed labour contracts and collective agreements, ensuring workforce stability while supporting business goals.