Joshua Brecht Email & Phone Number

Outlook, SK, CA

BC, Alberta, Saskatchewan

• Responsible for leading the West Zone OA team to drive sales growth and operational EBITDA improvement at local co-ops.

• As a member of the senior leadership team of a $92 million association, actively contributed to strategic planning and decision-making processes.
• Provided leadership for four Riverbend H&A Locations, as well as leadership services to a fifth HABS location for Central Plains Co-op through a Leadership Agreement.
• Proposed, planned, and lead operational and cultural changes for the division through strong strategic and tactical initiatives. Focus on Building Centre development and professional sales.
• Provided exceptional leadership while guiding the team to focus on alignment, direction, and vision. Successfully drove employee engagement and OCM buy in.
• Focused on Talent pipeline and development needs.
• Contributed to multiple FCL committees & Initiatives including the Home Center Steering Committee, Contractors Choice revamp, and S&I program development.

Outlook, Saskatchewan, Canada

• Provided leadership for the Outlook SK Riverbend H&A Location.
• Introduced and developed new communication standards and workflow effectiveness through the introduction of new software and human systems; ensuring compatibility with legacy systems.
• Made great strides in system and process improvement including: Achieving perpetual inventory, production and delivery logistic tracking system, lumber and commodity purchasing practices, centralized quoting and.

• Drove strategic direction for the department, with a focus on B2B sales and building solutions.
• Managed projects and delegated tasks to Estimators, Designers and Salespersons.
• Designed and engineered EWP products for residential, agricultural and light commercial projects.
• Performed in depth plan review and work with the customer, draftsperson, and engineering to develop cost effective building solutions.
• Worked with team members, suppliers, manufacturers, and clients to ensure success of all projects.
• Increased client confidence with client focused Customer relationship Management principles.

Strathmore, Alberta, Canada

• Provided leadership, direction, and operational guidance for the Kitchen Team.

Strathmore, Alberta, Canada

• Worked directly with the Kitchen Manager and assumed his role upon his departure.
• Directed kitchen staff, scheduling, training, and day to day work.
• Controlled Operational systems including talent management, inventory, ordering, and receiving.

Strathmore, Alberta, Canada

• Maintained responsibilities on a seasonal basis based on breaks from University.

Strathmore, Alberta, Canada

• Directed and supported Kitchen Shift Teams through Lunch and Dinner services.
• Responsible for closing and opening of kitchen depending on shift time.
• Maintained 34 hours work week while attending High School.