Darren Stanfield Email & Phone Number

Burnaby, Bc, Ca

Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada

Utilizing a wide range of supply chain management skills, knowledge, and experience, to provide organizational benefits including reduced costs, increased efficiencies, improved customer service and safety. Currently working on supply chain consulting projects, while looking for a permanent sr. supply chain role.Solutions adding value to organizations____________________________________________________ • Supply Chain Network Expansion -- Project Management -- Team Development & Efficiencies• Purchasing & Strategic Sourcing -- Inventory Management & Accuracy -- Transportation Management• Systems Optimization -- Process Improvement & SOP’s -- DC\3PL Operational\Cost Effectiveness • International Logistics & Duty Savings – Safety & Compliance Program Improvements• Purchasing & Strategic Sourcing • Inventory Management & Accuracy • Transportation Management

Canada

Responsibility for 5 DC & 3 contract 3PL DC operations, logistics teams, inventory management, inbound vendor logistics, safety program & service centers. Transportation management & delivery\installation to Residential & Commercial\Builder customers across Canada.  Implemented inventory programs, improving accuracy to 99.9%, reducing write offs & 6 DC shutdown days  Reorganized and developed efficient customer focused teams recognized for a high level of service  Supported $150M sales growth with Logistics expansion projects, maintaining 99% on time fulfillment  Achieved leading cost structures for 3PL & transportation – import, dedicated fleets, FTL, LTL & last mile  Assigned service center responsibilities, reduced backlog & installer\customer wait times by 75% Successfully executed projects incl; new stores, acquisition, web fulfillment, DC & 3PL expansion Initiated Logistics safety program, developed safety team & maintained high audit compliance  Implemented COVID protocols, mitigating supply\vendor disruptions & supporting record sales

Canada

Effectively managed new ERP system implementation project for warehousing & distribution operations

Richmond Bc

Direct oversight of the supply chain including 3 Canadian & 2 US (3PL) DC’s, logistics teams, purchasing, production, importing 90 brands and raw materials worldwide, with distribution & replenishment to most major North American retailers. Achieved 6 inventory turns verses 3 historic, reducing carrying costs and creating expansion capacity  Increased service levels from 95% to 98% avg, recognized by brands & retailers for achieving 99%  Reduced write offs by over 90% through forecasting system & clearance process implementation Reduced transportation costs from 6.8% of sales to 4.5%, for an annual savings of $1.8 million Created 3PL division & strategic partnerships with FedEx, utilizing capacity and offsetting DC costs  Initiated sourcing for food commodities & materials, improving quality\supply, and saving $650k annually  Implemented WMS & planning systems, achieving 15% DC cost reduction & 99.8% inventory accuracy  Produced supply chain metrics reporting, & consistently accurate DC budgets & inventory forecasts Effectively executed – new Ontario DC set up, regular brand launches, & high volume 3PL projects Consolidated 4 US 3PL facilities into 2, reducing inventory carrying costs and improving retail delivery  Maintained DC safety programs with high compliance, recognized for implementing recall program

Responsible for supply chain strategy, team objectives, systems implementation\enhancements, buying, logistics,3PL management, inventory targets, service levels, new product launches & replenishment for 650 corporate stores.  Supported $500M in wireless growth through forecasting, buying and replenishment process optimization Exceeded goal of 6 inventory turns, achieving over 12 annual turns, while maintaining service levels of 98%  Developed a skilled and engaged supply chain team accredited for effectiveness, efficiency, and service Implemented 3PL\Vendor managed inventory, eliminating the need to add $75M in wireless inventory  Consolidated FIDO supply chain into Retail, reducing costs by $800K, & taking service levels from 82% 98%  Accredited for leading a smooth consolidation of Retail supply chain operations into Communications  Initiated EDI\systems projects, reducing shrink $2M annually, improving efficiencies & sales support Expanded JDA\E3 systems across all categories, achieving team expertise& exceeding supply chain targets Implemented SKU management process, eliminating significant inefficiencies with IT, Stores & Finance Consistently achieved all new product launch dates for Wireless, Cable, Video & Games categories Established rolling stock & multi-day rapid replenishment, supporting record sales for Cable projects  Successfully executed multiple projects including mass store closings & reverse logistics Implemented purchasing best practices, eliminated significant variances, and improved efficiencies

Directed supply chain operations including 5 Canadian DC’s, buying, transportation\fleet management, assembly operations, strategic sourcing, and network expansion to support high service levels to national customers across the Canadian market.  Expanded supply chain nationally including 3 new DC’s, assembly, transportation fleet & logistics teams  Implemented WM System & processes, achieving a 30% labour reduction efficiency gain across DC’s  Spearheaded recycling program, reducing auto battery costs 10% & providing a competitive advantage Implemented forecasting\replenishment, WMS & inventory management systems directly resulting in: * 80% clearance reduction * 30% picking efficiency gain Successfully coordinated the supply chain integration for 5 company acquisitions  Negotiated consignment inventories with suppliers, reducing inventory investment and improving service Established a cost-effective transportation network; international, domestic, last mile delivery & return Implemented route delivery systems & rolling stock, growing sales in regions by as much as 200% Created a distribution service for Delphi Automotive, increasing revenue by 10% in existing routes

 Executed sourcing initiatives resulting in leading products, while improving overall gross margin 30% Successfully transitioned to purchase vs manufacture on numerous products continuously reducing costs Implemented forecasting & replenishment system, improving fill rates from 92% to 97% & turns from 4 to 6 Reduced assembly order backlog 80%, negotiating consignment inventory & process improvement

Implemented a Distribution Requirements Planning System that supported 300% sales growth, a doubling of inventory turns and significant obsolescence reductions. Reduced import transportation costs and lead times from Asian factory network. Successfully carried out DC expansion projects and received recognition for establishing an international 3PL supply chain.Reduced NA freight costs by 35% and maintained a best in class service\cost structure.Initiated a cycle counting process across 30 stocking warehouse locations and maintained a high level of inventory accuracy.Collaborated with major retailers on technology, delivery requirements and consistently maintained high order fulfillment standards that supported thousands of NA retail locations.

Directed purchasing team in sourcing initiatives, reducing cost of production consumables. Recognized for reducing costs on high volume aluminum ingot deliveries, saving $2.5M annually. Significantly improved accuracy by implementing a new inventory management system. Maintained JIT inventory management processes, without experiencing any production downtime.

Successfully planned and established new Canadian Distribution Center.Key member of successful implementation team for new AS400 inventory management & purchasing system.Achieved Canadian freight cost reductions of 30%.

Recognized for establishing systems, processes and infrastructure, that effectively supported 800% growth.Successfully managed multiple Canadian & US distribution center expansion projects. Consistently achieved significant freight savings domestically and internationally.Implemented effective forecasting, sourcing, and inventory management processes.

Diploma, Operations Management

Diploma - Logistics Management

Certificate, Project Management

Level I - PMP

Level Iii, Purchasing - Supply Chain