Wade Simmons

Bio

Wade Simmons is an accomplished business leader and Operations, Supply Chain and Logistics professional with over 15 years of corporate experience. He has held senior leadership roles including General Manager, Director of Logistics and Supply Chain, Operations/Production Manager, and Warehouse Manager with some of the world’s leading companies such as Jim Beam, Mark Anthony, and Constellation Brands. Wade brings proven expertise in executive leadership across Supply Chain, Logistics, Operations, Manufacturing, Accounting, and Finance, making him a trusted resource for organizations seeking top talent in these areas. Wade has experience with the following industries: Heavy and Light Manufacturing, Food Production, Beverage Production, Chemical, Industrial and OEM Manufacturing, Automotive and Aviation, Reduction and Reclamation, Mechanical and Civil Engineering as well as others.

Wade holds a Business Degree along with a Diploma of Technology in International Trade and Transportation from BCIT. He has remained actively engaged in the industry through professional networking, speaking engagements at local universities, and a 9-year tenure on the BCIT Program Advisory Committee for the International Business Management (Supply Chain) Program.

As part of MacDonald Search Group, Wade leverages his extensive leadership background to deliver effective executive search and recruitment solutions. His multifaceted management experience—spanning Manufacturing, Logistics, Finance, and Operations—ensures that every search is thorough, strategic, and aligned with client needs. Wade specializes in helping organizations identify and recruit senior leaders in supply chain management, logistics, operations, and related business functions.

Wade’s areas of practice include:

SUPPLY CHAIN & LOGISTICS

Operations Management, Logistics, Transportation – Road, Ocean, Air and Rail, Warehouse Management and Supervision, Distribution, Dispatch, Inventory Management, Demand Planning, Supply Planning, Procurement/Purchasing, Project Management, Customs, Executive Level

MANUFACTURING & OPERATIONS

Production Supervision & Management, Maintenance Supervision & Management, Quality Assurance, Research & Development, Engineering, Product Development, Plant Management, Health & Safety, Environmental, Executive Level

FINANCE

CPA, Accounting Manager, Controller, Cost Accounting, Financial Analyst, Tax, Audit, FP&A, Director of Finance, CFO

CONSTRUCTION

Residential and Commercial, Civil, Heavy Civil, Construction Management, Superintendent, Project Manager, Foremen, Health and Safety / CSO, Environmental, Engineering, Executive level