Supply Chain Specialist

Gord Mikolayenko

LOGISTICS SUPPLY CHAIN PROCUREMENT

Calgary, AB 403-***-**** *********@*****.*** Gord Mikolayenko KNOWN FOR:

Demonstrating superior analytical, organizational and problem-solving skills

Building strong client- business relationships

Achieving results through collaboration, teamwork and strategic planning AREAS OF EXPERTISE

Procurement & Sourcing

Logistics & Supply Chain

Supplier Management

Leadership

Vendor Relations

Contract Negotiation

RFP/RFQ Analysis

Project Management

Inventory Control

Business Acumen

Communication

Contract Administration

Invoice Management

Cost Forecast & Reconciliation

Enterprise Databases/Software

EXPERIENCE HIGHLIGHTS

Brockwhite Construction Materials ULC, Calgary, AB 2008-2020 Construction Materials Buyer (Nov. 2008 – Apr. 2020)

• Oversaw an annual inventory valued over $20M

• Achieved inventory reduction target greater than 5% annually through the development of improved buying controls

• Negotiated improved freight reduction greater than $10,000 by leveraging contract relationships; negotiated and reduced costs by extending payment terms, booking orders and volume negotiation

• Maintained key stock levels to achieve improvement by 10%

• Created & expedited purchase orders through the use of tracking reports

• Communicated with vendors re; order status, negotiated/ maintained costs

• Reduced obsolete stock up to 10% by interfacing with Vendor partners and sales stakeholders for compliance

• Forecasted purchasing trends and improved merchandising by focused listings and updated metrics for ordering to improve business objectives

• Solved logistic problems and material handling challenges by building relationship with key market freight lanes

• Resolved shortage/discrepancy problems and provided support for internal and external customers

• Supported company downsizing efforts by accepting change of role and responsibilities (maintained previous standing)

• Imported goods internationally from Germany, Vietnam and the U.S.A.

• Interfaced with import and brokerage authorities for compliance and resolution of details Inventory Control Manager (Nov. 2015 – Nov. 2018)

• Promoted to Inventory Control Manager; supervised a team of Inventory Product and Cost Coordinators in British Columbia and Manitoba

• Oversaw the obsolete inventory file, its accuracy, reduction and interfaced with Sales and Operations staff

• Maintained and updated Product and Material Safety Data integrity files

• Completed cost analysis for selection of products and vendor listings

• Administered and delegated collection and remittance of eco fees to provincial regulatory agencies

• Collaborated in committee meetings for analysis and role of key contact in training and integration of newly acquired companies and personnel as the company pursued market domination Gord Mikolayenko

PREVIOUS EXPERIENCE

Roofmart, Calgary, AB Nov. 2007 -Nov. 2008

Purchasing Agent

• Led a transition to a centralized purchasing process from operations branches

• Reduced product costs by implementing contract freight benefits

• Negotiated vendor terms of sale, cost and selling fields

• Conducted sourcing and replenishment for wholesale distribution

• Refined processes to improve merchandising of product mix in numerous markets in western Canada Westfair Foods, Winnipeg MB and Calgary, AB Sep. 1986 – Aug. 2007 Grocery Buyer

• Analyzed sales utilizing comprehensive understanding of markets and trends to successfully replenish inventory, control shelf life and optimize inventory for a maximum return on investment

• Forecasted sales and trends to develop merchandising strategies, and manage aged inventory using the O.M.I. Inventory system

• Maintained working relationships with account managers and retail category managers to merchandise, advertise and negotiate with vendors and internal customers for successful market penetration of products

• Procured offshore products and ethnic foods; sourced and coordinated transportation arrangements

• Acted as a collaborative partner in strategy sessions for problem solving vendor enquiries and accounting issues

• Oversaw accounts payable and data management for a diverse range of suppliers and a contract portfolio valued up to $20M

EDUCATION

Business Administration Diploma

Red River College- Winnipeg

Major Areas of Study: Purchasing, Marketing and Human Sciences

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