When I arrived in Canada from India in 2018, I brought more than 10 years of professional experience, including eight years in supply chain, but no “Canadian experience.” Like many newcomers, I faced rejection and wondered when someone would look beyond that label and recognize my potential.
OECM did.
When I was offered the Sourcing Analyst role, I felt more than relieved—I felt seen. That opportunity began a journey that has shaped me personally and professionally.
From my first day, OECM stood out for its caring, collaborative culture. Colleagues shared knowledge, leaders invested in my growth, and diverse perspectives were welcomed. In a world where workplaces can feel transactional, OECM has created something rare: a place where people care, support one another, and succeed together.
That culture extends beyond our organization. Through partnership, trust, and shared purpose, OECM is helping shape public procurement into a more connected, thoughtful, and forward-looking space—where relationships and collaboration lead to better outcomes.
Over the past eight years, OECM has become more than a workplace; it has become family.
Congratulations to OECM on 20 remarkable years of collaboration, care, and meaningful impact. I am proud to be part of an organization that values people, embraces diverse perspectives, and continues to shape public procurement through partnership and shared purpose. Here’s to the next 20 years of growth, opportunity, and positive change! I am proud to celebrate 20 years of OECM and grateful to be part of its story. Here’s to more years of collaboration, opportunity, and impact.
