Varsteel Ltd. is a leading provider of steel, rebar, pipe and piling, and structural steel in Western Canada and the U.S., with over 30 location across Western Canada. The Varsteel - Delta branch is a full-service steel distributor with a one-stop opportunity for all steel processing and material needs, including: plate, coil, beams, tubing, pipe, grating.As Varsteel - Delta's General Manager, I manage all aspects of operations for our 25-acre site. In addition to onsite management of… Show more Varsteel Ltd. is a leading provider of steel, rebar, pipe and piling, and structural steel in Western Canada and the U.S., with over 30 location across Western Canada. The Varsteel - Delta branch is a full-service steel distributor with a one-stop opportunity for all steel processing and material needs, including: plate, coil, beams, tubing, pipe, grating.As Varsteel - Delta's General Manager, I manage all aspects of operations for our 25-acre site. In addition to onsite management of our office team and unionized shop staff, I am active in all business development along with client and supplier relationship activities.Prior to being promoted to General Manager in early 2016, I worked as Processing Manager - Flat Rolled. My role was instrumental in the relocation of our entire branch to its present site adjacent to the Fraser River. Show less

I worked with A.J. Forsyth (previously Russell Metals) in a progression of roles to build my knowledge and experience within the steel industry:Buyer / Claims Supervisor – 2007-2008Plate Processing Supervisor – 2004-2006Sales Product Specialist, Plate Processing – 2002-2004Inside Sales Supervisor – 2000-2001FOCUS: Led processing department and shop employees through strategies for increased sales, collaboration with sister branches, and maintenance of high production… Show more I worked with A.J. Forsyth (previously Russell Metals) in a progression of roles to build my knowledge and experience within the steel industry:Buyer / Claims Supervisor – 2007-2008Plate Processing Supervisor – 2004-2006Sales Product Specialist, Plate Processing – 2002-2004Inside Sales Supervisor – 2000-2001FOCUS: Led processing department and shop employees through strategies for increased sales, collaboration with sister branches, and maintenance of high production levels. Worked with all levels of executive team throughout the branch to improve processes and develop new programs for sales, estimating and production.RESULTS (All Roles): • Purchased, developed and implemented new production scheduling software• Maintained consistent production levels in excess of 1000 tons per month• Member of national team established to develop a new integrated estimating and quoting system• Developed standard order entry procedures and inside sales training schedule• Created multi-branch supply system, resulting in expedited service and increased sales volume• Initiated development of a BC-wide detailed and documented claims procedure Show less

I worked with American Steel LLC and Diversified Steel during my early career years, starting in sales, and progressively developing product knowledge and experience through increasingly complex roles.Plate Product Coordinator – 2000Territory Manager – 1997-2000Purchasing / Major Account Manager – 1996Inside Sales / Genie Account Representative – 1994-1996Inside Sales Representative – 1994FOCUS: Business development, sales and purchasing to serve major supply… Show more I worked with American Steel LLC and Diversified Steel during my early career years, starting in sales, and progressively developing product knowledge and experience through increasingly complex roles.Plate Product Coordinator – 2000Territory Manager – 1997-2000Purchasing / Major Account Manager – 1996Inside Sales / Genie Account Representative – 1994-1996Inside Sales Representative – 1994FOCUS: Business development, sales and purchasing to serve major supply contracts in the Pacific Northwest. Led ongoing development and review of sales policies and procedures, including pricing, purchasing and production control.RESULTS: • Launched a fully-integrated business unit to manage new products and policies through combining sales forces with sister branch• Led Continuous Quality Improvement team in establishing branch-specific inside sales procedures• Developed a business plan and initiated sales of excess prime and secondary plate• Created and implemented new procedures, reporting tools, analyzing techniques• Managed sales goals and budgets for 300+ account base Show less