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Montreal, Quebec, Canada

Montreal, Quebec, Canada

• Successfully managed and negotiated supply agreements with suppliers, optimizing cost-efficiency and enhancing profitability.• Oversaw procurement of packaging materials, fresh produce, and other raw materials to meet production requirements.• Conducted cost analyses and tracked Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to identify areas for improvement.• Provided valuable recommendations to senior management regarding procurement strategies and business opportunities.• Efficiently… Show more • Successfully managed and negotiated supply agreements with suppliers, optimizing cost-efficiency and enhancing profitability.• Oversaw procurement of packaging materials, fresh produce, and other raw materials to meet production requirements.• Conducted cost analyses and tracked Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to identify areas for improvement.• Provided valuable recommendations to senior management regarding procurement strategies and business opportunities.• Efficiently managed raw material inventories and initiated replenishment when necessary.• Collaborated closely with the floor team to ensure optimal stock management and reception accuracy in the ERP system.• Worked in tandem with the production team to identify opportunities for salvaging fruits and vegetables within production capacities.• Collaborated with the innovation team to analyze packaging versus cost and recipe versus cost for the development of new products.• Effectively managed non-conformities with suppliers and negotiated agreements.• Acted as a liaison with the quality team to ensure supplier compliance with the GFSI SQF II program.• Upheld stringent standards for vendor approval from a Food Safety perspective Show less

Montreal, Quebec, Canada

- Manage the roll out of the demand planning process across all regions- Provide leadership and guidance to the replenishment team and other internal stakeholders in the development and management of best-practice forecasting and inventory management processes that will meet or exceed benchmarks for customer order-fill, freshness and inventory turns- Monitor vendor performance with respect to order-fill (service levels) and on-time delivery- Communicate opportunities to vendors and… Show more - Manage the roll out of the demand planning process across all regions- Provide leadership and guidance to the replenishment team and other internal stakeholders in the development and management of best-practice forecasting and inventory management processes that will meet or exceed benchmarks for customer order-fill, freshness and inventory turns- Monitor vendor performance with respect to order-fill (service levels) and on-time delivery- Communicate opportunities to vendors and category managers for improvement (as required)- Develop productive, proactive, and consultative business relationships- Ensure efficient operation of the business to achieve all financial targets and contribute to budgeted KPIs- Leverage vendor relationships to maximize direct purchases from source · Leverage the company’s regional volumes to obtain the best possible landed cost of product (fresh)- Work with distribution to provide them with accurate information on upcoming promotions and CFC arrival times, and total forecast shipments associated with promotions and seasonal programs Show less

Montreal, Quebec, Canada

Orleans, Ontario, Canada

- Negotiate with suppliers for favorable prices, terms, quality, and delivery.- Research new or alternative sources of supply.- Review invoices for accuracy, price changes, and product additions.- Get credits from suppliers when applicable.- Price product to achieve margin and sales goals while maintaining a competitive image.- Set sales, margin and inventory turn goals for departments. Review weekly, monthly and quarterly reports and plan corrective action as needed.-… Show more - Negotiate with suppliers for favorable prices, terms, quality, and delivery.- Research new or alternative sources of supply.- Review invoices for accuracy, price changes, and product additions.- Get credits from suppliers when applicable.- Price product to achieve margin and sales goals while maintaining a competitive image.- Set sales, margin and inventory turn goals for departments. Review weekly, monthly and quarterly reports and plan corrective action as needed.- Plan and build produce displays. Ensure seasonal changes and feeling of abundance.- Ensure on-the-job training. Develop and motivate employees. Model a superior and professional work ethic.- Get credit from suppliers where applicable for returned, damaged, spoiledgoods. Show less

Orleans, Ottawa Area

Sobeys is committed to building sustainable worth for each of our customers, employees, suppliers and shareholders through our focus on food, innovation and superior customer service.As a Assistant Produce Manger, my duties are of the following: - Providing the best customer service - Ordering product to ensure constant in-stock - Ensuring providing the best food quality - Provide in-depth knowledge of product for customers and fellow… Show more Sobeys is committed to building sustainable worth for each of our customers, employees, suppliers and shareholders through our focus on food, innovation and superior customer service.As a Assistant Produce Manger, my duties are of the following: - Providing the best customer service - Ordering product to ensure constant in-stock - Ensuring providing the best food quality - Provide in-depth knowledge of product for customers and fellow employees - Going over and beyond to provide the best shopping experience of our customers. Show less

Orleans, Ottawa Area

Create OrdersSupervise and provide LeadershipStock Shelves Manage Display Plans Inventory Control

Logistics, Materials, And Supply Chain Management, 3.7/4.0

The program is provided with a concentrated and coordinated approach to study the flow of goods and services from raw material suppliers.

International Business - Business Administration

In the 3-Year Business Administration course, the International Business Major has prepared for real-world business environment.