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Toronto, On, Ca

Toronto, On, Ca

Guelph, On

Responsible for leading and managing the strategic and daily functions of the distribution centre.Develop and maintain company’s financial, operational, people, process and service-related objectives for distribution and information systems to drive continuous improvement and efficiency gains to reduce overall cost of service.Distribution Representative to the management team to establish and maintain ISO 9001, 18001 and 14001 compliance and procedural process.

Guelph, On

Responsible for leading warehouse team and department managers in all daily functions within the DC.

Elmira, Ontario

As part of the Leadership team, responsible for day to day operations of the company which included: scheduling, client relationship, vendor relationship, proposal creation, material costing and human resource function.- Implemented inventory management system, significantly reducing inventory costs through - returning redundant product, just-in-time ordering and investing in better vendor relationships. - Integral in transitioning business from residential to commercial business… Show more As part of the Leadership team, responsible for day to day operations of the company which included: scheduling, client relationship, vendor relationship, proposal creation, material costing and human resource function.- Implemented inventory management system, significantly reducing inventory costs through - returning redundant product, just-in-time ordering and investing in better vendor relationships. - Integral in transitioning business from residential to commercial business opportunities (Hilton and Marriott Hotels).- Significantly enhanced client relationships through sustained on-site visits, implementing service level agreements, ensuring safety on-site, making sure schedules were maintained as agreed upon, and focusing on listening to their needs. Show less

Markham, Ontario

Part of Senior Leadership team for the largest manufacturer and distributor of vacuum bags, belts and filters in North America. Responsible for the Operations, Sales, and General Management of the Canadian Division of Home Care Canada. Represented the Canadian Division as a Board Member. - Successfully launched Febreze carpet care cleaning line into several major grocery chains within Canada which resulted in an increase in sales of approximately $2 million dollars and an increase… Show more Part of Senior Leadership team for the largest manufacturer and distributor of vacuum bags, belts and filters in North America. Responsible for the Operations, Sales, and General Management of the Canadian Division of Home Care Canada. Represented the Canadian Division as a Board Member. - Successfully launched Febreze carpet care cleaning line into several major grocery chains within Canada which resulted in an increase in sales of approximately $2 million dollars and an increase of 30% to the business. - Increased existing item sales by 15% over budget within a 12-month period through the acquisition of 7 major accounts including: Walmart, Target and Loblaw. - Implemented inventory management system for over $1.5 million and 1500 SKU’s of inventory to remove redundant inventory and focussing on SKU management through KPI implementation and accountability.- Significantly reduced material costs through strict vendor management policies.- Retained key accounts through rigorous commitment to service and cost efficiencies in a highly competitive environment. Show less

Markham, Ontario

Responsible for the Operations and General Management for the Canadian Division - Increased inventory turns from 4.5 to 8.75 in two years. - Created new Pick and Pack warehouse system for Canadian Tire thereby expediting the Supply Chain through their Distribution Centre. - Launched new program into approximately 225 Zellers stores across Canada which included: removal and dispersal of former vendor product, creating planograms for new product, implemented Pick and Pack… Show more Responsible for the Operations and General Management for the Canadian Division - Increased inventory turns from 4.5 to 8.75 in two years. - Created new Pick and Pack warehouse system for Canadian Tire thereby expediting the Supply Chain through their Distribution Centre. - Launched new program into approximately 225 Zellers stores across Canada which included: removal and dispersal of former vendor product, creating planograms for new product, implemented Pick and Pack system for initial pipe-line order.- Served as key liaison between US and Canadian operation.- Managed all Human Resources activities for the operation including: group benefits administration, WSIB, payroll, recruitment and performance management/development. Show less

Mississauga, On

Fireco Inc., the largest distributor and rack-jobber of general merchandise to the grocery channel within Canada. Responsible for category management of kitchen gadget, hardware supplies, plastics and storage, pet supplies, bake ware, stationary, baby, and chemicals which included: procurement, planning, floor/in-store promotion, forecasting SKU rationalization and inventory control.- Responsible for the setup of inline and cross merchandising product for new store openings and renovations… Show more Fireco Inc., the largest distributor and rack-jobber of general merchandise to the grocery channel within Canada. Responsible for category management of kitchen gadget, hardware supplies, plastics and storage, pet supplies, bake ware, stationary, baby, and chemicals which included: procurement, planning, floor/in-store promotion, forecasting SKU rationalization and inventory control.- Responsible for the setup of inline and cross merchandising product for new store openings and renovations (grand re-opening).- Created innovating new merchandising hardware for product display based on knowledge and relationship of customer needs. Show less

Bachelor Of Arts (B.A.), Journalism

Activities and Societies: Theta Delta Chi Fraternity - University of Toronto

Certification, Negotiating For Business