Supply Chain Operation Manager

JOHN NICHOL

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Brampton Ont L*Z *R* · 905-***-****

***********@*****.*** · linkedin.com/in/john-nichol-50933447 ·

PROFILE

Management in purchasing and logistics in distribution environment.

I have 15 years’ experience in the position of Operation Manager of an international hardgoods company. I feel I would be an asset to any company with my knowledge of procurement, transportation, customs and demand forecasting as well as facility maintenance and security.

ACCOMPLISHMENTS

Implemented supply chain transformation from 80 percent USA produced to 80 percent Asia produced while still maintaining 95 per cent fill rate.

Engaged with freight forwarders and customers to overcome transportation delays caused by global pandemic to achieve timely receipt of goods.

Coordinated with manufacturing to prioritize production to meet our customers’ needs

Coordinated and brought cost savings to Transportation needs of company.

EXPERIENCE

FEBUARY 2022 TO PRESENT

Toolway Industries ltd

Logistics & Traffic Coordinator

Toolway is a multi-level brand developer and wholesaler of hardware, tools, power tools, home and garden products with items available in thousands of retail locations across Canada

I Coordinated and monitored the transportation side of the Supply Chain Operations.

I Communicate with service providers to achieve profitable deals and mutual satisfaction

I Utilized logistics IT resources.

Plan and track the shipment of products through transportation service providers.

Coordinated the logistics resources, Freight Forwarders, Vessel, Truck and Railroad Services.

Monitor warehouse stocks, to establish shipping priorities

Explore options to move cargo under unexpected scenarios

Follow up on the Purchase Orders Flow

MAY 2005 TO FEBUARY 2021

OPERATION MANAGER, SHOP-VAC OF CANADA LTD

SHOP-VAC CANADA LEADER IN WET/DRY VACUUM MARKET ONLY DISTRIBUTION FACILITY FOR SHOP-VAC BRAND IN CANADA TO ALL MAJOR RETAIL VENDORS.

Lead on all procurement of finished goods and raw material from global sources.

Sourced and negotiate transportation and customs brokerage services to move product in and out of distribution centers

Arranged transportation and customs clearance for goods from international sources

Forecasted demand of products for customers’ needs based on past history and market trends.

Conducted monthly analysis to determine gross sales dollars based on current orders and what is forecasted to occur in any given month and determined gross sales for the year.

Proactively engaged with large retail partners such as Canadian Tire, Lowes and Rona to determine their forecasted demands. Also engaged with smaller retail partners on their upcoming requirements.

Oversee all shipping and receiving function at two distribution centers, with up to twenty direct and indirect individuals reporting to me.

Accountable for inventory control and annual physical inventory count and reconciliation.

Oversee all building maintenance needs, security and fire protection for 2 distribution centers and office facilities

Approved and processed all payables and credits.

Maintained computers and network at two facilities

Sourced all building equipment and office material ensuring to negotiate the best rates for products.

Investigated and found solutions to expedite shipping requests from sales agents and customers and determine best course of action to satisfy customer’s needs.

Report all government required Stewardship information on packaging material used in Canada by province as required by provincial laws.

APRIL 1994 TO MAY 2005

SHIPPING RECEIVING MANAGER, Shop-Vac of Canada ltd

Responsible for all shipping of customer orders on time and accurately

Responsible for receiving all finished and raw material from vendors and checking correct items and quantities where received

Scheduled pickups with customers and carriers to have shipments arrive by due dates

Had up to 10 direct reports both full time and temporary staff

Coordinated with Temporary agency on staffing needs to handle work demand at peak times

SKILLS

Team leadership skills

Able to work independently or as part of a team

Excellent computer skills with a variety of programs and platform tools

Good communication skills to liaison with team members, vendors and customers.

Excellent problems solving skills

Excellent math and analytical skills

CERTIFICATIONS

Ontario security guard license since March 2009

Standard first aid with CPR C-AED certified from St. John’s Ambulance Feb 2019

Devry Institute diploma in network administration and repair

ACTIVITIES

Honorable discharge from Canadian forces Artillery reserve with the rank of corporal

Sixteen years as a Volunteer leader with Scouts Canada

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