Distribution Manager

Mevotech L.P.

October 2014 to Actually working here

Mevotech is an aftermarket automotive parts supplier providing products designed with OEM specifications and then identifying, researching, and innovating in areas where improvements are made to revolutionize the Technicians experience.
? Engineered operational productivity increases through structural and operational process improvements resulting in a P & L contribution in excess of $387K.
? Implemented dashboard metrics reporting (KPIs), product optimization and data analytics resulting in

General Manager

Damco

September 2012 to June 2014

Damco provides supply chain services for import and export companies in North America. Key achievements include:
? Engineered operational turnaround, resulting in a P&L contribution margin improvement of $2.98M, from -$1.42M to $1.56M.
----Cross-training to improve flexibility and administrative workflow efficiency
? Developed optimization methodology and order selection productivity improvement of 48% through pick path enhancements and retraining initiatives

Vice President

Tibbett & Britten

January 1994 to August 2000

Vice President, Matrix Logistics Services Ltd. (1997-2000)
? Improved level of accountability and communications throughout Operations by:
---Introducing a weekly conference call with all sites to monitor performance of KPIs of S.L.A.s.
---Implementing daily, weekly, and period reporting requirements to monitor performance in costs and productivity, including KPI and Balanced Scorecard Reporting metrics
---Instilling a higher level of discipline in KPI-tracking performance and benchmarking

Distribution Centre Manager

Zellers

January 1984 to November 1993

Distribution Centre Manager (1988-1993)
? Established a strong management Team (four managers, 28 supervisors and 100+ associates in a 754,000 sq. ft. distribution centre) with an asset value over $30M, with annual carton flow of over 12 million cartons
? Two-time recipient of the National Distribution Centre's Presidents Award (1988, 1989)
Project Administration Manager (1984-1988)

Vice President, Operations

National Logistics Services (2006) Inc.

Actually working here

NLS is a 3PL logistics provider for major retail brands providing Xdock and value-added services. The role required providing guidance across multiple facilities with five direct reports in order to achieve quality, service level, and cost targets. Key achievements include: ? Reduced operating expenses by $850,000 through structural reorganization ? Improved processing productivity by more than 40% through improved standard operating procedure implementation, product placement realignment and radio frequency selection process ? Collaborated in weekly client meetings to review volume forecasts and promotions; collaborated with the Operations Group, implementing continuous improvement processes that reduced labour requirements by 11% and 16% in two distribution centres respectively, and improved inventory accuracy to over 99.97% ? Improved pick accuracy through process improvement and the addition of audit stations for 100% of post-pick audits ? Achieved three 100% client annual physical inventory counts ? Enhanced the warehouse management system applications, leading to a reduction in annual costs of $700,000

Director of Logistics

APL Logistics

Actually working here

APL is a 3PL logistics provider, operating a multi-client 220,000 sq. ft. facility with three Operations Managers and 85 employees. Key achievements include: ? Full budget responsibility ($7M) and P&L reporting responsibilities, including KPI development and metrics reporting ? Collaborated with the Logistics Development Group to implement a continuous improvement processes that reduced client square footage requirements by 36% and improved inventory accuracy to 99.84% ? Reduced client operating costs by $249,000, and improved pick-and-pack productivity by more than 40% with improved product placement and pick selection methodologies ? Developed optimization methodology to process a 30% volume increase in throughput, utilizing existing space and enhanced warehouse management systems applications, leading to reduction in annual costs of $700,000

Independent Consultant

Independent Consultant

Actually working here

? Project Management on a Materials sourcing project resulting in the award of a $5.8M transportation contract from a Tier 1 automotive parts supplier ? Operational 3PL assignment with a Freight Forwarder, focusing on standard operating procedure implementation, KPI development, and client profitability; client was awarded the largest 3PL contract for Canadian subsidiary of a major consumables company

Business Administration

1995 to 1995

Business and Commerce

1982 to 1986

Career Goals

Industries of interest

Areas of interest

Logistics / Transportation / Distribution

Availability to travel and work outside the city

Yes

Interests and hobbies