Dan Foss
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Matt Johnson
Dan offered my first professional opportunity to write advertising copy for a public relations campaign. He provided me with all of the necessary information and coached me on the assignment. The finished product went into advertising throughout the Chicago area. It was a successful product that Dan planned and implemented himself. During my 30-plus-year career in publishing I’ve used the process Dan and I engaged in to work with advertising sales representatives, advertising sales managers and publishers. Dan simply
Jeff Andraschko
Dan was incharge of our purchasing department. When we needed something day or night he could get us what we needed. He had a vast knowledge of where to obtain items and was cost effective.
Matt Johnson
Dan offered my first professional opportunity to write advertising copy for a public relations campaign. He provided me with all of the necessary information and coached me on the assignment. The finished product went into advertising throughout the Chicago area. It was a successful product that Dan planned and implemented himself. During my 30-plus-year career in publishing I’ve used the process Dan and I engaged in to work with advertising sales representatives, advertising sales managers and publishers. Dan simply
Jeff Andraschko
Dan was incharge of our purchasing department. When we needed something day or night he could get us what we needed. He had a vast knowledge of where to obtain items and was cost effective.
Matt Johnson
Dan offered my first professional opportunity to write advertising copy for a public relations campaign. He provided me with all of the necessary information and coached me on the assignment. The finished product went into advertising throughout the Chicago area. It was a successful product that Dan planned and implemented himself. During my 30-plus-year career in publishing I’ve used the process Dan and I engaged in to work with advertising sales representatives, advertising sales managers and publishers. Dan simply
Jeff Andraschko
Dan was incharge of our purchasing department. When we needed something day or night he could get us what we needed. He had a vast knowledge of where to obtain items and was cost effective.
Matt Johnson
Dan offered my first professional opportunity to write advertising copy for a public relations campaign. He provided me with all of the necessary information and coached me on the assignment. The finished product went into advertising throughout the Chicago area. It was a successful product that Dan planned and implemented himself. During my 30-plus-year career in publishing I’ve used the process Dan and I engaged in to work with advertising sales representatives, advertising sales managers and publishers. Dan simply
Jeff Andraschko
Dan was incharge of our purchasing department. When we needed something day or night he could get us what we needed. He had a vast knowledge of where to obtain items and was cost effective.
Experience
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Avid Pallet Services, LLC
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United States
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Facilities Services
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1 - 100 Employee
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Buyer
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May 2022 - Present
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Sansom Industries
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India
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Chemical Manufacturing
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1 - 100 Employee
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Sales Representative
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Oct 2019 - Present
Superior quality portable restrooms Superior quality portable restrooms
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IKON Transportation Services, Inc.
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United Kingdom
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Consumer Services
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Commercial Sales
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Feb 2018 - Oct 2019
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C.H. Robinson
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United States
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Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage
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700 & Above Employee
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Senior Sales Executive
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May 2015 - Feb 2018
I work in cooperation with client organizations to enhance, improve and optimize business performance and supply chain throughput with deployment of Cloud Based TMS Technology, Process Engineering and Strategic Change Management. Currently developing and managing a wide range of projects and client initiaitves, such as: understanding and matching TMS & client capabilities to develop utilization strategies, network design, technology implementation & client training, global supply chain optimization, outsourced logistics services evaluations, strategic procurement exercises and SKU rationalization/inventory controls analysis. My goal is to help clients develop the tools, processes and knowledge base needed to create a competitive advantage, driving customer value and boost global profitability.
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Sales Executive
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Aug 2013 - May 2015
Assist clients in the most cost-effective manner to move freight throughout the world. Provide timely cost effective solutions to further optimize supply chain management through centralized operations.
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Minnesota Wilderness
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United States
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1 - 100 Employee
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Wisconsin Scout
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May 2013 - Jan 2014
Finding talented 16-20 year old hockey players to compete in the only Tier II Junior Hockey League in the US. Players develop in the league through superior coaching, training, and competition to move on to the USHL Tier I hockey league, NCAA Division I, or NCAA Division III schools. The recruiting process involves strong interpersonal communication skills both written and oral, the ability to be persuasive, and a genuine desire to help young men succeed in their goal of playing Division I hockey.
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Wyndham Vacation Ownership
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United States
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Hospitality
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700 & Above Employee
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In-House Marketing Coordinator
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Apr 2012 - May 2013
Member Services Vacation Ownership Sales & Service Corporate Compliance Sales & Marketing New Accounts Member Services Vacation Ownership Sales & Service Corporate Compliance Sales & Marketing New Accounts
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Chief Marketing Officer
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Jul 2011 - Jan 2013
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Midwest Scout
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Mar 2010 - Jul 2011
Evaluate hockey players age 16 to 20 in a three state region for a team in the North American Hockey League, the largest Tier II Junior A Hockey league in the United States. Key activities include, researching players on ice talent, discussing playing options with players, parents, coaches, and writing scouting reports in an effort to help young players compete for athletic scholarships at the NCAA Division I level. Other key aspects of the job include weekly contact with coaching staff, attending team try-outs, and assisting with the team draft.
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Penda Corporation
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United States
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Senior Buyer
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Aug 2006 - May 2010
Led interdepartmental coordination in support of operations for the nation’s number one large part thermo former. Managed $10 million annually in purchases required to support product launches and projects from inception to full commercialization. Strong communication in both written and verbal forms, key internal partner on over 10 Lean Charter teams in the past 18 months designed to improve process and efficiency within the organization. Regularly initiated briefings to departmental and executive level management on project updates, market trends, pricing, and contract negotiations with key vendor partners. Reduced total cost of ownership by over $500,000 in 18 months through Lean initiatives and strategic negotiations. Supported ISO 9000-2000 process through monthly reporting and participating in regular audits as department lead.
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Beha Limited
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Technology, Information and Internet
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1 - 100 Employee
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Sales
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2010 - 2010
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The Home Depot
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United States
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Retail
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700 & Above Employee
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Store Manager
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Apr 2004 - Dec 2005
Store manager 3021 - Kansas City, MO ASM Bloomington, MN Store manager 3021 - Kansas City, MO ASM Bloomington, MN
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Northwest Wisconsin Knights
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United States
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Truck Transportation
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President/General Manager
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2000 - 2004
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Dynea Overlays
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United States
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Logistics Manager
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1996 - 2003
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Arclin
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United States
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Chemical Manufacturing
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200 - 300 Employee
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Logistics Coordinator
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1996 - 2003
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Logistics Coordinator
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1996 - 2003
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Us Army Reserves
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United States
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Armed Forces
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700 & Above Employee
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1st Lieutenant - Battalion S-1
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Jan 1989 - Jul 1997
Former radio & TV broadcast office for the 246th Public Affairs Detachment under the 126th ARCOM, Indianapolis, IN. Transferred to the 2/74th Basic Training Battalion and served as Battalion S-1 personnel officer. Former radio & TV broadcast office for the 246th Public Affairs Detachment under the 126th ARCOM, Indianapolis, IN. Transferred to the 2/74th Basic Training Battalion and served as Battalion S-1 personnel officer.
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Education
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Dale Carnegie Training
Human Principles, Completed -
Dale Carnegie Training
Course Coach, Completed -
Adjutant General Officer Basic Course
Honor Graduate, Human Resources Management/Personnel Administration, General -
University of Wisconsin-Whitewater
B.S., Speech Communication -
Parker Senior High School
Diploma, General Studies -
Dale Carnegie