Allan Mathews Email and Phone Number
Every brand has a story to tell—stories that will not only engage, inform, surprise, delight, and impact the customer, but that will also deliver on measurable business goals. And I am the conduit between the brand and the consumer.I am an innovative and results-driven operations leader with over 20 years of experience in managing product development, inventory planning, procurement, and logistics within the consumer goods industry. Currently, I serve as the Director of Operations & Logistics at SMEG Canada. In this role, I oversee all aspects of operations and logistics management. I ensure efficient inventory management and forecasting to support SMEG Canada’s SDA and MDA businesses. My dedication to punctual delivery and high standards has been crucial in maintaining operational excellence. In my previous roles at Allan Mathews Consulting Inc., Home Textiles Inc., and Red Apple Stores Inc., I specialized in brand development and private label opportunities. I managed multimillion-dollar portfolios, sourced high-quality suppliers, and developed innovative product lines. Additionally, I held pivotal roles at The Bargain Shop and Walmart Canada Corp., where I managed large import portfolios and led product development and sourcing strategies. At Walmart, I significantly enhanced categories through innovative product lines for brands such as "Gordon Ramsay," "Hometrends," and "Rival." During my time in apparel manufacturing, I developed fashion apparel for brands including "Union Bay," "French Connection," "Ruff Hewn," "Point Zero," "H&M," and Buffalo. I received the Shining Star Award three times for exceptional service at Walmart. My expertise encompasses product development, strategic sourcing, vendor management, inventory planning, operations and logistics management, and global procurement. I am passionate about driving innovation and am dedicated to leveraging my skills to foster growth and deliver exceptional results. In my leisure, I accomplished “Artist Exhibited Paintings” across Ontario since February 2006 and have successfully displayed my paintings at The Mississauga Central Library, The Beaux Art Gallery – Brampton and The Caledon Town Hall. Let's connect and explore possibilities for collaboration to achieve strategic business goals.
Smeg Canada Inc
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Director Of Operations And LogisticsSmeg Canada IncMississauga, On, Ca -
Director Of Operations & LogisticsSmeg Canada Inc Jan 2024 - PresentMississauga, Ontario, Canada -
Senior Operations And Logistic ManagerSmeg Canada Inc | Technology With Style Nov 2022 - Jan 2024Mississauga, Ontario, Canada -
Head Of Product Development And Sales360 Sales Solutions Aug 2020 - Oct 2022Mississauga, Ontario, Canada
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Vp Merchandising, Product Development & SalesHome Textiles Inc Jul 2016 - Jul 2020Responsible for the following:• Enhancing plans and strategies for developing business and achieving the company’s sales goals• Expansion and growth of the business to new markets World wide• Managing and delivering profitable growth• Managing customer expectations and contributing to a high level of customer satisfaction• Compiling information and data related to customer and prospect interactions• Monitoring customer, market and competitor activity and provide feedback to company leadership team • Managing key customer relationships and participate in closing strategic opportunities• Travel for in-person meetings with customers and partners and to develop key relationship• Creation of new product lines that will expand our scope and penetrate new markets with the most competitive prices• Injection of Newness & Innovation to our current range of products• Product lifecycle management from concept to phasing out of the product(s) across all products/product lines• Assessment of product development and enhancement opportunities• Ownership of the product development roadmap• Accountability of quality of product and product performance• Defining pricing and competitive positioning• Creating and developing NEW Brands • Procurement of merchandise and liaison with international suppliers / factories
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Category ManagerRed Apple Stores Inc. Feb 2013 - Jun 2016Reporting to Director of Hardlines and managing a $25 Million business consisting of 33 categories for 165 retail stores across Canada with one direct report . Responsible for purchasing, selecting, developing, pricing and promotions in order to achieve sales and gross profit targets and maintaining ending inventory plan. Liaise with the Softlines, consumables and seasonal teams to strategically coordinate promotions, marketing and in store merchandising. • Responsible for overseeing the execution of merchandise strategy and selection for the housewares and linen home categories (approx 30). • Develop strategy to drive, identify and develop product lines at affordable prices that is right for our customer• Responsible for my Divisions' performance and profitability. Manage a team of direct and indirect reports and lead in developing Talent across area of responsibility. Manage vendor relationships to maximize overall customer experience and financial goals.• Responsible for all vendor relations – Terms, costing, quality, on-time delivery, product review and selection
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Private Label / Innovation Development ManagerThe Bargain! Shop Aug 2012 - Feb 2013Ontario, Canada• Currently responsible to initiate and develop private label products across all relevant categories for the entire company • Identify relevant categories by analyzing sales and cost saving opportunities within that business• Source the appropriate manufacturer / supplier based on various factors such as cost, capability, quality, timely delivery etc.• Source and negotiate exclusive and innovation products that will drive incremental sales and grow the businesses• Managing brand packaging and labeling for all relevant categories for shelf visual and quality uniformity • Coordination with marketing department to promote the private label brand and build private label and seasonal packaging guidelines. -
Category Development Manager - InnovationWalmart Canada Corporation Feb 2012 - Aug 2012Canada• To identify and source ‘Innovative Products’ for Home, Hardlines and Seasonal Departments that will enhance categories and deliver incremental sales• Work closely with key vendors and their product development teams and identify products that could be developed as ‘First to Market’ lines• Scout the market for Innovative products and companies, contact them, review product lines, assess company capability and performance and then present to buying teams• Collaborate with buying teams to analyze and identify categories that need innovation enhancement and build strategies to source and deliver• Organize vendor fairs in house and off shore in collaboration with international sourcing teams to resource Innovative Products.
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Global Sourcing ManagerWalmart Canada Corp May 2006 - Feb 2012Ontario, Canada• Manage direct import business for Electronic, Camera, House Wares, Small appliances & Sporting Goods; involving Global Procurement - Sourcing, Merchandising, Supply Chain, Supplier Matrix, Suppliers relations and supplier evaluations.• Lead departmental purchasing initiative in meeting corporate import objectives, improving import penetration and margin enhancement.• Initiate global buying projects and working with international merchants and other Wal-mart retail markets to develop Global Buying Strategies.• Develop the import business for all relevant departments by identifying opportunity for import growth.• Align the overseas sourcing teams to identify and evaluate appropriate suppliers to deliver relevant quality product that enhance business growth and improves margin / sales• Extensive international travel to attend buy-trips, supplier negotiations and factory visits.
Allan Mathews Education Details
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Majored In Psychology And Sociology.
Frequently Asked Questions about Allan Mathews
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Allan Mathews works for Smeg Canada Inc
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Allan Mathews's current role is Director Of Operations and Logistics.
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Allan Mathews attended University Of Mumbai.
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