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Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada

Port Coquitlam, British Columbia, Canada

Greater Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada

Inventory Management• Conducted regular cycle counts and full inventory audits, achieving 98% accuracy in inventory records.• Utilized SAP for real-time tracking and management of inventory levels, ensuring accurate transaction records.• Analyzed historical sales data to forecast demand and adjust inventory replenishment schedules.• Prepared comprehensive inventory reports detailing stock status, variances, and turnover rates for management review.• Developed and implemented new inventory control procedures that improved efficiency by 20%.Logistics Coordination• Managed all aspects of shipping and receiving for local, regional, and international shipments.• Coordinated with transportation companies for shipment arrangements and resolved issues related to product movement.• Prepared all necessary shipping documentation and tracked goods in transit.• Communicated with vendors to arrange pickups and deliveries, ensuring timely inventory replenishment.• Interacted with Customs Brokers for cross-border shipments, negotiated pricing, and audited processes and invoices.• Coordinated daily transportation activities, including scheduling, routing, tracking, and documentation.• Handled dangerous goods waste and managed related certifications.

Burnaby, British Columbia, Canada

Main Activities:• Controlled and coordinated daily shipping activities with various carriers (UPS, DHL, FedEx, Purolator, Canada Post).• Managed outgoing freight via LTL carriers and ensured careful packing, sealing, and labeling of materials.• Maintained relationships with freight carriers and prepared, reviewed, and submitted freight and customs documents (AWB/BOL/Export Documents).• Tracked and resolved freight-related problems, collected, analyzed, and reported freight information.• Achieved performance targets for shipping, receiving, and inventory, supporting customer satisfaction.• Implemented improvements to increase productivity and customer satisfaction.• Operated various types of forklifts, including Class 2 Propane counterbalance, stand up, Swing Reach, and Order Picker forklifts.• Utilized APPRISE and MS Excel for logistics operations

São Paulo, Brazil

Main Activities:• Led efforts to optimize inventory levels by implementing just-in-time (JIT) inventory practices, reducing excess stock by 25%.• Conducted monthly and annual inventory audits to ensure accuracy and compliance with company policies.• Established new inventory control procedures, resulting in a 30% improvement in inventory turnover rates.• Forecasted demand using trend analysis and historical sales data, aligning replenishment schedules with market needs.• Used specialized inventory management software to track stock levels and manage inventory transactions.• Generated detailed reports on inventory performance metrics, including stock levels, discrepancies, and turnover rates, for executive review.• Developed strong vendor relationships to secure timely deliveries and resolve supply chain issues efficiently.• Worked closely with sales and marketing teams to ensure inventory levels met promotional and seasonal demands.• Trained and supervised inventory staff, promoting adherence to best practices and continuous improvement initiatives.• Merchandising Coordinator.• Strategic Planning and Execution aiming at growth and/or market integration.• Trained promoters.• Analyzed SELL IN and SELL OUT indicators.• Analyzed the market (Geomarketing).• Managed advertising accounts.• Created strategic POS actions.• Created and analyzed the performance of Google AdWords campaigns.• Monitored KPIs, including monthly presentations to the client.

São Paulo, Brazil

• Supervised inventory control to ensure optimal product levels, minimizing stockouts and excess inventory.• Conducted regular inventory audits and adjusted discrepancies to maintain record accuracy.• Implemented and enhanced inventory management systems using ERP tools to monitor and analyze stock data.• Developed and executed efficient replenishment strategies to ensure product availability on shelves.• Collaborated with suppliers to ensure timely deliveries and resolved supply chain issues.• Analyzed demand patterns and seasonality to forecast future replenishment needs and adjust purchase orders accordingly.• Identified and implemented improvements in inventory and replenishment processes, resulting in greater operational efficiency.• Analyzed sales and inventory reports to identify trends and make data-driven decisions.• Prepared and presented inventory performance reports to management, highlighting areas of success and opportunities for improvement.• Trained and mentored the stock and replenishment team, promoting best practices and ensuring adherence to internal procedures.