William Brown
** *** ******, ***************, ** L9M 1C6, Canada
Telephone: 705-***-**** (Home)
Email: **********@*****.***
For the attention of: The HR Manager
Dear Sir/Madam,
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES
I am writing to outline my extensive experience and successful track record
in business management. I believe I possess the skills, qualifications and
vital experience necessary to make a very significant contribution to your
organisation.
I am a highly skilled and commercially focused professional. As you will
note from my enclosed resume, I have developed a diverse range of skills
and experience throughout my career, encompassing operations management,
project management, financial control, marketing, team leadership and
customer relations. This has included rebuilding and launching a holiday
resort, from the business being closed for over two years to establishment
as a fully operational and profitable enterprise. I dealt with all aspects
of business management; devising and implementing high-impact strategies to
launch, establish and grow the business. My experience has spanned the
hospitality, construction and warehousing sectors, so I feel I have a lot
to offer in terms of transferable skills and expertise.
Having achieved my goals in my current role, I am now seeking a new and
suitably challenging role with the opportunity for me to contribute to
continued business growth and success. In terms of my key qualities, I
would highlight my strategic approach, strong team leadership capabilities
and my excellent organization and prioritization skills.
Please do not hesitate to call me on 705-***-**** so we can arrange an
interview to discuss my application in greater depth.
Yours faithfully,
William Brown
enc.: Resume
William Brown
68 Fox Street, Penetanguishene, ON L9M 1C6, Canada
Telephone: 705-***-**** (Home)
Email: **********@*****.***
Professional Profile
A highly skilled and focused professional, with significant expertise in
business management across a variety of settings, including hospitality,
construction and warehousing. Possesses valuable experience in business
start up and transformation; devising and implementing highly effective
strategies to establish, grow and develop profitable business operations.
Committed to achieving business objectives while remaining focused on
providing an exceptional standard of service. Widely regarded as a strong
and supportive leader, who is able to coach and develop teams to achieve
their full potential and exceed expectations.
Objective
Seeking a challenging new position aligned with existing skills and
experience, ideally a management role with the opportunity to add value to
the organisation.
Career Summary
2012 - Present SELF EMPLOYED CARPENTER
1648766 Ontario Limited
Starting up and establishing a successful business offering carpentry
services to commercial and residential clients
Coordinating the entire project lifecycle, from the preparation of
quotations, contract negotiations and project planning through to
completion of works and quality control
Building strong relationships with potential, new and existing clients,
thereby encouraging customer loyalty and repeat business
Acting as a central point of contact between clients, contractors,
architects and employees in order to ensure projects are delivered on time,
in budget and to exacting specifications
2005 - 2012 BUSINESS OWNER / OPERATIONS MANAGER
Curv Inn Resort
Purchasing, rebuilding and launching a holiday resort, from the business
being closed for over two years to establishment as a fully operational and
profitable enterprise
Devising high-impact strategies to improve operational performance,
including the implementation of optimised departmental policies,
procedures, goals and objectives
Creating and executing engaging sales, business development and marketing
initiatives, including advertising campaigns, sales promotions and website
development
Overseeing daily business operations and leading the staff team; ensuring
the delivery of high quality customer service at all times
Dealing with all aspects of HR, encompassing recruitment and selection,
staffing, training and development, team building, payroll and Health and
Safety
Completing a range of finance related duties, including budgeting and
forecasting, as well as compiling and reviewing performance data in order
to identify potential cost reductions and areas of improvement
Undertaking procurement activities and effectively managing suppliers, with
responsibility for supplier selection and key contract negotiation
Maintaining a strong awareness of competitor and market activity in order
to ensure competitive edge and appropriate pricing strategy
Career Summary cont.
2000 - 2005 BUSINESS OWNER
Lakes of Muskoka Construction
Establishing and developing a profitable construction business, providing
services to residential clients
Leading and coordinating daily operations across multiple contracts, with
responsibility for purchasing, materials control, staffing, scheduling and
inspection of works completed
Dealing with all aspects of client relations, together with detailed
financial reporting and control
1998 - 1999 PALLET MAKEUP / COORDINATOR
Molson's Breweries
Effectively managing high volume orders for distribution to retail stores,
airlines and Canadian customs
1997 - 1998 MANAGER
Salbro Bottle
Directing and coordinating warehouse operations, including distribution,
order picking, material handling, coordination of drivers and delivery
schedules
Ensuring appropriate packaging and correct labelling of shipments, as well
as the maintenance of the warehouse in line with internal policies,
procedures and Health and Safety guidelines
Education and Qualifications
Courses: Small Business Accounting Course (1987)
Woodworking course (1984)
Diploma: Grade 12 (1980)
Professional training
Health & Safety Requirements in the Handling of Hazardous Chemicals &
Workplace Dangerous Goods
WHMIS Training Tow Motor Training, IBM Canada
Personal Details
Licences: Driver; full clean licence, Valid G class driver's licence
Other: Qualified in First Aid
Interests and Activities
Currently Car racing, Hockey, Sports, DIY, Woodwork
include:
References are available on request