Branch Manager Operations
Resume:
DARRIN WIENMEYER
** ******** **. *.*. Phone: 403-***-****
Calgary, AB, T3K 4C5 Email: ********@*******.***
Wolseley
With a proven track record of leading high-performing teams and optimizing logistics operations, I am eager to apply for the Branch Manager position at Wolseley Canada. As a senior management team member with over 15 years of experience in operations management, logistics, and strategic planning aligns seamlessly with the role’s responsibilities. Throughout my career, I have successfully led branch operations, driven business growth, and enhanced customer satisfaction, making me a strong fit for this opportunity.
In my previous role as Regional Distribution Centre Operations Manager at Barnes Distribution, I achieved a 10% cost reduction while increasing fill rate to 98% by optimizing warehouse operations and implementing structured inventory processes. Additionally, during my tenure as Distribution Manager at Edmonton Flyer Force, I managed a $5 million budget, successfully reducing contractor costs by $250,000 within eight months. These accomplishments highlight my ability to streamline operations while maximizing profitability.
Key achievements relevant to this role include:
Strategic Growth: Developed and executed plans at Ply Gem that increased daily shipments from under 1,000 to over 1,200 units, significantly boosting operational efficiency and reducing aged inventory.
Process Optimization: Streamlined transportation schedules at Ryder, achieving a 98% on-time departure rate and enhancing fleet utilization.
Optimized inventory and warehouse operations, reducing aged inventory and carrying costs while improving OTIF performance.
Strengthened vendor relationships, negotiating contracts that led to improved service reliability and cost efficiencies.
Implemented process improvements that enhanced productivity, reduced waste, and aligned operations with business objectives.
Performance Management: Implemented KPI dashboards at Metrie to enhance performance tracking and reporting accuracy, driving continuous improvements.
What draws me to Wolseley Canada is its commitment to building strong industry relationships while maintaining a high-performance, customer-centric culture. My leadership style fosters collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement—values that align perfectly with your organization's mission. I am eager to contribute my expertise in branch operations, logistics, and team development to help drive your success.
I welcome the opportunity to further discuss how my experience can benefit Wolseley Canada. Please feel free to contact me at your convenience. Thank you for your time and consideration.
Warm regards,
Darrin Wienmeyer
Attachment: Resume
Darrin Wienmeyer
25 Coventry Cl. N.E. Phone: 403-***-****
Calgary, AB, T3K 4C5 Email : ********@*******.***
BRANCH OPERATIONS MANAGER
A seasoned Senior Manager and strategic thinker with an analytical mindset with a strong understanding of real-time marketplaces that has extensive experience in solving complex problems, exercising good judgment in decision-making, and navigating ambiguous environments. A problem-solving leader credited with designing, implementing, and managing processes to optimize operational efficiency. An excellent communicator capable of motivating, mentoring, and coaching with a history of taking under-performing, unfocused teams, building and leading successful, goal-oriented teams while overseeing budgets and resources for bottom-line results.
Areas of Expertise
Branch Operations
Daily Operations Manager
Logistics coordination
Vendor Management
Team management
Process optimization
Budgeting and forecasting
Customer concerns and escalations
Logistics & Distribution
Continuous improvement
Inventory Management
Strategic Growth
Professional Experience
Ply Gem, Calgary, AB June 2022 – Feb 2023
Regional Distribution Center Manager – Line Haul
Developed and executed strategic plans to support growth including labor planning, staffing, capital requirements resulting in higher OTIF and lower aged inventory / carrying costs
Analyzed daily, monthly, and annual department’s key performance indicators and developed action plans to address deficiencies
Increased units shipped from under 1000 per day to over 1200 per day
Member of Senior Management team to build scalable processes/SOPs
RYDER, Calgary, AB Feb 2018 – Mar 2021
SR. Production PLANNER / SPECIAL PROJECTS
Generating and interpreting monthly and on demand operational and financial reports
Developing daily transportation schedules to maximize loads, minimize transportation and disposal costs
Developed and implemented Several process improvement strategies
Metrie, Calgary, AB Jul 2017 – Feb 2018
Warehouse Supervisor
Created a Status at a glance (SaaG) and dashboard to update stakeholders on daily progress
Ensuring outbound shipments are picked, accurate and on time and operating at company targets
Created KPI dashboard to update senior management on weekly performance
Schlumberger Oilfield Services, Calgary, AB 2011 – Oct 2015
Logistics Specialist
Developed daily and weekly transportation schedules to support the timely and accurate supply, movement and return of materials and services to multiple sites
Reduced total delivered cost by Negotiating rates with carriers and preparing LTAs resulting in the development of vendor relationships and partnerships
Reduced monthly budget adjustments by 10% by developing a standardized procedure to estimate the cost of trips
Baker Hughes International, Calgary, AB 2009 – 2011
Production Supervisor
Achieved a 98% on time daily departure time by streamlining production procedures
Developed process to estimate production schedule based on variety of factors
Instilled a safety culture by holding daily safety meetings and stop work situations
Edmonton Flyer Force, Edmonton, AB 2008 – 2009
Distribution Manager
Created and administered budget of $ 5,000,000 based on a $ 0.14 unit cost
Reduced contractor costs by over $ 250,000 in 8 months by sourcing vendors, negotiating contract rates, and developing effective working relationships
Decreased repeat complaints by 20 % by investigating and correcting customer complaints and emphasizing the importance of customer services levels to all staff, owners/operators, and vendors
Barnes Distribution, Edmonton, AB 2006 – 2008
Regional Distribution Centre Operations Manager
Oversaw budget and expenditures with complete P&L accountability resulting in 10 % cost reduction
Improved fill rate to 98 %, achieving the highest fill rate of all distribution centres by creating a rotating schedule with one employee permanently on stock put away and cycle counts
Achieved compliance within a 6 month period by developing, implementing, and enforcing procedure to comply with ISO, SOX and Alberta Health and Safety Standards
Achieved a 2.1% line cancellation rate by instituting daily cycle counts, stock put away and daily inventory adjustments
Canada Bread Calgary, AB 2003 – 2006
Distribution Supervisor
Increased department efficiencies and on time departures by participating in six sigma continuous improvement processes
Increased productivity by 50 % in new hires by providing employee feedback, mentoring, and coaching
Amplified safety awareness by creating a safety culture by acting as chair of safety committee and spearheading the North American Occupational Safety and Health (NAOSH) week actives
Manage loading dock group to ensure the accurate loading of goods according to approved loading practices to prevent freight damage during transit and ensure safe truck operation
KM Packaging West, Calgary, AB 2002 – 2003
Operations/Production Manager
Ensured 100% demand fulfillment by overseeing production schedule for all raw materials and finished goods, including major promotions, current orders, and forecast volumes
Improved quality of final product by 100% by evaluating equipment and recommending improvement
Improved operational efficiencies reducing FTE by 35 % and improving output by 50 % by restructuring process
Increased inventory turns by establishing min/max, re-ordering procedures, and implementing “just in time”
Prior positions include Purchaser, Counselor, Warehouse Manager and Group Home Manager
Education & Training
Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP), APICS/ASCM, April 2022
Certification, Business Management, Master Class Management online Sept 2019
Certification, Strategic Management, University of Calgary, Calgary, AB Jul 2015 – 94% Average (A)
Materials Management Level 3, APICS/Schlumberger, Shreveport, La. 2014
Materials Management Level 1 & 2, APICS/Schlumberger, Calgary, 2014
Lean Level 1 and 2, Schlumberger, Calgary, 2013
Various WCB in services, WCB, Edmonton, AB
Certification, Six Sigma White Belt, Canada Bread Edmonton, AB
Certification, CAPPA Oil and Gas Production Accounting, SAIT, Calgary, AB
Negotiating with Vendors and Suppliers, PMAC, Calgary, AB
Baccalaureate, Political Science University of Calgary, Calgary, AB
2 Year University Transfer Program, Political Science, Mount Royal College, Calgary, AB
Memberships and Associations
APICS / ASCM
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