Experience

John G. Hofland Ltd.

• Canada
• Wholesale
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Procurement Manager - Hard goods

  • 2019 - Present



Safety Express Ltd.

• Canada
• Manufacturing
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Vendor /Procurement Manager

  • 2017 - 2019

  Safety Express a subsidiary of U.S based Aramsco Holdings Inc distributes equipment, safety products and chemicals for hazardous environments to contractors in the restoration and abatement industries from 12 branches across Canada. Certified in house training courses, equipment rentals and repairs are also part of the service offering. I lead a team of 6. (4 Buyers, Database Administrator and Marketing Manager) Safety Express a subsidiary of U.S based Aramsco Holdings Inc distributes equipment, safety products and chemicals for hazardous environments to contractors in the restoration and abatement industries from 12 branches across Canada. Certified in house training courses, equipment rentals and repairs are also part of the service offering. I lead a team of 6. (4 Buyers, Database Administrator and Marketing Manager)



John G. Hofland Ltd.

• Canada
• Wholesale
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Procurement Manager - Hard goods

  • 2014 - 2017

  Hofland is one of Canada's largest full service wholesalers of flowers, floral supplies and giftware to the trade. The customer base consists of grocery stores, big box stores, garden centers, event planners and florists. Distribution of goods is through 2 large distribution centers and a 15,000 sq ft cash and carry store/showroom with a 7,500 sq ft walk in cooler open to the trade only. Hofland is well known for sourcing trend inspired giftware, and a wide selection of unique flowers from around the world. I lead and direct a team of 3 buyers in the sourcing and purchasing off domestic and off shore merchandise for the hard goods category, ensuring sales, margin and inventory KPI's are met.



CosmoProf Beauty

• United States
• Retail
• 700 & Above Employee

• Category Manager - Professional Beauty Products

  • 2011 - 2014

  CosmoProf Beauty - formerly Beauty Systems Group (division of U.S based Sally Beauty) is a full service distributor of professional salon products to licensed beauty professionals with a network consisting of 100 open to the trade stores and 90 field sales reps calling on key accounts across Canada. Achieved sales and margin increases for 3 consecutive years by pinpointing business gaps and implementing effective promotional programs. Effective in negotiating vendor markdown dollars and creating programs to deplete obsolete merchandise, thus reducing on hand inventory dollars. Recognized for effective inventory management and business analysis.



The Bargain! Shop

• Retail
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Category Manager - Apparel

  • 2006 - 2011

  The Bargain! Shop, formerly F.W. Woolworth was a discount department store chain offering off price branded merchandise.Achieved margin gains for 4 consecutive years on the company's largest softlines category, comprised of family hosiery, undergarments and sleepwear. Introduced and implemented new merchandising initiatives and developed annual plans to increase sales. Executed line reviews and strategic business analysis across all categories to ensure competitive advantage. Recognized for trending business to capture new sales opportunities.



Saan stores Ltd

• Buyer - Hardlines

  • 2005 - 2006

  Surplus Army and Navy stores originally out of Winnipeg, was a rural discount department store offering branded off price merchandise. Managed the sourcing, forecasting and effective purchasing practices within the hardlines category comprised of housewares, home decor, and seasonal products. Forged new vendor relationships and implemented plans toward long term growth. Surplus Army and Navy stores originally out of Winnipeg, was a rural discount department store offering branded off price merchandise. Managed the sourcing, forecasting and effective purchasing practices within the hardlines category comprised of housewares, home decor, and seasonal products. Forged new vendor relationships and implemented plans toward long term growth.



Fireco Inc - national distributor of general merchandise

• Product Manager - Hardlines, Softlines and consummables

  • 1994 - 2005

  Vendor and sku rationalization, while still maintaining a sales increase of 6%. Managed sourcing and purchasing of 7000 items in excess of $60 million across a 3500 diverse major grocery and drug store customer base, consistently addressing unique customer requests. Lead sales and service departments in product launches and changes ensuring plan execution. Guided and mentored 2 direct and 2 indirect reports. Noted for developing unique promotions and advertising initiatives and strong negotiating skills.