David Cox

Plant Manager at Montigo
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(386) 825-5501
Location
New Westminster, British Columbia, Canada, CA
Languages
  • English -
  • Hindi Professional working proficiency
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David Whitrow CPA CMA MBA

David has been a total asset as I have been navigating having my products manufacturing in India. He is able to provide invaluable perspective and as a client of Village Exports we have been treated exceptionally well. He maintains clear communication and has always looks for the win win in for both our organizations. His commitment to quality and manufacturing excellence has been greatly appreciated.

Scott Hofer

Talented and hardworking are the first things that come to mind concerning David. I’ve had the privilege of having him as a consultant/overseer for three years and his expertise has proven valuable in many ways. I am extremely thankful for how David walked with me during a major transition of our company saving us from closing our doors and becoming successful. Not only was David a great consultant to have available, I also enjoyed his friendship outside of work. I highly recommend David to any team for all he has to offer.

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Credentials

  • Lean Management
    Simplilearn
    Apr, 2021
    - Nov, 2024
  • Occupational Health and Safety Level 1
    WorkSafeBC
    Jul, 2021
    - Nov, 2024

Experience

  • Montigo
    • Canada
    • Manufacturing
    • 1 - 100 Employee
    • Plant Manager
      • May 2021 - Present

      Brought in by the private equity owners, I was responsible to improve the inventory control, staff (45 employees), quality, safety and production of gas fireplaces in preparation for company sale. Achievements • Reduced waiting and motion waste by creating cart systems for kitting and transfer of parts from one process to another • Reduced waiting and downtime by implementing kanban systems to manage hardware • Reduced wasted motion by line restructuring and one-piece flow practices • Deep involvement in inventory planning and management significantly decreasing part- outs and downtime • Managed the warehouse and distribution of replacement and upgrade parts • Proficient in ERP system Syteline • Participated in negotiating a new collective bargaining agreement with the union • Project managed the move-out and consolidation of one warehouse with another Show less

  • Village Exports Pvt. Ltd
    • India
    • CEO
      • 2013 - May 2021

      Responsible oversee, lead and scale the existing operations by broadening product offering, re-organizing the staff into effective teams, increasing online visibility and improving and expanding distribution channels. Achievements • Increased sales from a retail value of $1 million to $3 million USD • Opened up web and social media sales channels accounting for 25% of sales • Oversaw product offering increase from 25 SKUs to over 250 SKUs • Staff increased from 20 – 150 employees with 95% retention • Devised systems and implemented a hybrid mix of internal manufacturing and outsourced work, enabling flexibility in capacity expansion at minimal cost • Eliminated fulfillment center and established in-house ‘pick-and-pack’, saving 20% of product value • Applied lean manufacturing techniques, lowering waste by 50% • Developed a system for tracking and identifying the source of quality issues • Obtained accredited factory status under Social Accountability International SA8000 complying with labour, environmental, health and safety and management criteria. • Recruited and trained a cross-cultural leadership team from 5 different countries • Launched 2 more production facilities in other cities producing new product lines Show less

  • Village Artisan
    • Regina, Saskatchewan. Canada
    • Co-Founder President & CEO
      • Aug 1999 - May 2021

      Led the creation of a Canadian based Ethical Fashion Housewares company responsible for keeping "on trend" in a rapidly changing industry. Was responsible to broker relationships with India manufacturers, establish drop-ship models to satisfy a variety of customer need, create a web channel enabling direct sales & management of customers. Achievements • Increasing revenues by 100% in 4 years through the introduction of wholesale, retail and web-based sales channels functioning simultaneously • Manufactured and distributed over 250 different SKUs • Products carried in approximately 100 retail outlets in 4 countries • Created ethical brand awareness through multiple social media channels • Developed collaborative systems so most tasks could be handled in India • Keynote speaker at Social Entrepreneurship conferences to educate & promote brand Show less

  • Village Exports Pvt. Ltd.
    • India
    • Managing Director
      • 2001 - 2012

      Envisioned and oversaw the start up and operations of a manufacturing export company in India. Primary objectives were to build a cost effective manufacturing team, create systems and train them to produce high demand products with the goal of delivering quality products, on time, and cost effectively. Envisioned and oversaw the start up and operations of a manufacturing export company in India. Primary objectives were to build a cost effective manufacturing team, create systems and train them to produce high demand products with the goal of delivering quality products, on time, and cost effectively.

  • Regina Apostolic Church
    • Regina, Sk. Canada
    • Pastor
      • 1992 - 1998

      In a church of 1000+, Inspired, motivated & challenged people to live their convictions Achievements • Directly recruited, supervised & inspired a leadership team of 30 volunteers • Identified social needs & created programs in poverty relief, seniors care, youth & family services • Public speaking to adult & student groups ranging from 10 - 1000 people 100 times per year In a church of 1000+, Inspired, motivated & challenged people to live their convictions Achievements • Directly recruited, supervised & inspired a leadership team of 30 volunteers • Identified social needs & created programs in poverty relief, seniors care, youth & family services • Public speaking to adult & student groups ranging from 10 - 1000 people 100 times per year

Education

  • University of Fredericton
    Master's degree, Business Administration and Management, General
    2019 - 2021
  • Ambrose University
    Bachelor of Theology, High Honors
    1990 - 1992
  • University of the Nations
    School of Biblical Studies, Honors
    1989 - 1990
  • University of Regina
    2 years Business admin with focus on Economics and Calculus
    1986 - 1988
  • Luther College High School

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