Shifaye Foo

Shi-faye Foo is a highly accomplished procurement operations leader at Amazon, currently serving as the Regional Procurement Operations Manager since 2020. With over 11 years of supply chain and operations expertise, Shi-faye has demonstrated exceptional strategic leadership in managing Amazon’s extensive warehousing network across Alberta and British Columbia. Her portfolio encompasses overseeing eight high-volume warehouses totaling 9.2 million square feet, employing approximately 7,500 staff, and facilitating the shipment of over 300 million units annually. In her role, she spearheads complex procurement strategies, ensuring seamless supply chain continuity and optimizing inventory management to meet dynamic customer demands.

Shi-faye’s expertise lies in process improvement and operational efficiency, consistently driving cost savings—most notably, achieving $6 million in savings through innovative initiatives and lean methodologies. Her ability to analyze data, identify bottlenecks, and implement scalable solutions has been instrumental in enhancing warehouse productivity and reducing lead times. She is adept at leveraging her APICS CSCP certification to align procurement operations with broader supply chain objectives, fostering cross-functional collaboration, and implementing best practices in inventory planning, vendor management, and logistics coordination.

Throughout her tenure at Amazon, Shi-faye has earned two promotions, reflecting her proven performance and leadership capabilities. Her skill set extends beyond traditional supply chain management to include event planning, social media, and stakeholder engagement, which she effectively utilizes to drive team motivation and stakeholder buy-in. Shi-faye’s dedication to operational excellence and her ability to thrive in fast-paced, high-volume environments make her a key asset in Amazon’s ongoing efforts to optimize procurement processes and deliver exceptional customer service.