Procurement Manager

• Jan 2023 - Present

National Procurement Manager

• Dec 2021 - Nov 2022

• Managed a team of 8 Mechanical Purchasers and 1 Data Analyst• Saved company $ millions on spend by developing and implementing an RFQ program nationally• Negotiated pricing, rebate programs, T&C agreements with suppliers• Transformed work culture from a ‘regional silos’ mindset to a truly ‘One Modern team’ • Coached team in development of SOP’s, key analytics, reporting, and processes to maximize profitability and streamline efficiencies

Business Optimization Analyst

• Jun 2020 - Dec 2021

• Saved company $ millions by initiating and implementing a national material cost recovery program • Reporting to the VP Area Manager, developed reporting, analytics, and assessments to executive team• Supported various departments with new processes, technologies, and systems

Technical Coordinator, Mechanical Major Projects

• Sep 2019 - Jun 2020

• Served as Project Manager on 5 multi-million-dollar mechanical projects in Ottawa, including two hospitals, a shopping centre, a university research centre, and a community housing project• Ensured labour productivity, budget adherence, and on-time delivery• Coordinated with labour managers, GC’s, Consultants, Engineering firms, and sub-trades

Operations Manager

• Nov 2018 - Sep 2019

• Supervised 36 employees to ensure operational excellence, supply chain efficiency, safety compliance, and policy adherence across all departments• Reduced monthly fixed costs by 14% through contract negotiations and special projects • Negotiated bulk-buys, optimized buying cycles, and reviewed team performance• Cemented supply chain procedures, inventory controls, KPI tracking, and SOP’s • Analyzed KPI’s, expenses, and reports to guide strategic direction and coaching • Managed entire team through annual inventory counts and audits (30,000 sq ft warehouse) Show less

Business Analyst

• Jul 2016 - Nov 2018

• Developed an inventory optimization system that improved fill rates from 95% to 98% while reducing inventory costs by hundreds of thousands annually• Implemented several cost-saving initiatives, improved operational processes, drove efficiencies, etc.• Developed KPI tracking and reporting, measured performance, and mentored team • Built a complete “Operations Best Practices Guidebook” and rolled it out nationally

Inside Account Manager

• Jun 2015 - Jul 2016

• Gained thorough exposure to wholesale/warehouse operations and supply chain logistics• Successfully managed 35+ client accounts, ensuring high service and project management delivery

Marketing Director

• Apr 2014 - Apr 2015

• Worked alongside a diverse media team to design and carry out digital marketing work for clients • Generated new clients through sales presentations with local business owners, associations, and government clients • Handled accounting/payroll duties • Worked alongside a diverse media team to design and carry out digital marketing work for clients • Generated new clients through sales presentations with local business owners, associations, and government clients • Handled accounting/payroll duties

Research Assistant

• Jul 2013 - Apr 2014

• Assisted 4 university professors with various multidisciplinary research projects (data collection, statistical analysis, and research methodology development)• Trained and mentored other Research Assistants

School of Business: iLEAD Liaison

• Sep 2013 - Mar 2014

• Supervised and guided 12 university business students on an overseas business consulting expedition in Jamaica, alongside 3 university professors.• Monitored budgets and handled logistics (budgets, accommodations, transportation, security)