Experience

Stewardship Ontario

• Canada
• Non-profit Organizations
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Director - Supply Chain Operations

  • Sep 2012 - Present

  • Manage and build existing supply chain activities to support collection network and achieve collection performance targets. • Conduct service provider analysis and provide value-added summaries and recommendations of findings on an ongoing and as-needed basis. • Manage the service provider transportation and processor audit process. • Manage and track all service providers to ensure they meet all Stewardship Ontario and regulatory requirements to manage MHSW materials. • Assist in managing the supply chain relationship with all service providers through effective communications, updates and developing and maintaining standard operating procedures. • Work with the Manager of Service Provider Reporting in developing and maintaining a service provider scorecard, with agreed upon KPI’s, to fairly assess their performance, determine best in class performance and areas that require corrective actions. • Provide project support to the Operations team and other departments as necessary. • Promote and facilitate changes to operations that support Stewardship Ontario’s strategic and operational plans by working with stakeholders. • Represent Stewardship Ontario during discussions and consultation sessions with industry related stakeholder groups. Show less



Canadian Tire Corporation

• Canada
• Retail
• 700 & Above Employee

• Category Business Manager (Home Health & Wellness/Personal Care)

  • Aug 2009 - Aug 2012



Sears Canada

• Canada
• Retail
• 700 & Above Employee

• Buyer (Home Improvement)

  • Nov 2007 - Jul 2009

  •Sales Development: Responsible for achieving annual plan metrics•Buying Expertise: Experienced with purchasing from both domestic and import sources•Marketing Skills: Built all weekly advertising to support sell-through of goods•Inventory Management: Ensure inventories are maintained and sufficient to support sales goals•Cost Negotiations: Negotiate costs, inventory commitments, warranties and return privileges with vendors in order to maximize sales volume and gross profit •Plan Development: Develop annual plan and ensure proper execution by the team•Product Innovation: Consistently looking for new product to secure that will put us a step ahead of the competition Show less

• Retail Marketing Manager, In-Store (Major Appliances)

  • Nov 2006 - Nov 2007

  •In-store Execution: Execute look and promotional message for over 300 stores•Floor Optimization: Supporting sale growth through management of all linear space within Major Appliances•Space Productivity: oWork closely with Retail Marketing Manager to ensure flyer is aligned with floor presentationoWork with buying team to improve in-store presentation and promotionoDevelop and execute new collateral and displays to the sales floor oRe-align floors in order to compliment market trends and sales shifts•Continuous Education: Organize training and road shows for associates•Store Planning: Work with stores to ensure floor plans are executed correctly •Field Communication: Communicate all messages to the field in a timely manner•Vendor Relations: Work with vendors on special (as well as exclusive) promotions Show less

• Associate Buyer (Ranges and Microwaves)

  • Aug 2005 - Nov 2006

  •Strategic Sourcing: Assist the buyer in the procurement of goods•Teamwork: Work closely with various team members in the development of line strategies, promotional programs and product development/transition•Cost Negotiation: Negotiate with suppliers for improvements on costing, price and product availability •Strategic Planning: Assist buyer in the development of annual plan and ensure timely execution by team