ASHER CHARLES KENNETH
Oshawa, Ontario • 289-***-**** • ******************@*****.***
DETAIL-ORIENTED MATERIALS DEPARTMENT MANAGER
Vendor Relations Specialist • Operations Supervisor • Operations Manager • Procurement Manager
Vendor Performance Evaluation • Vendor Management • Strategic Sourcing
Enhanced Customer Service • Procurement Expertise • Effective Problem-Solving
WORK EXPERIENCE
Wendy's restaurant ; Toronto, CA 2023-02-012023-12-04
Shift Supervisor
• Implemented a cleaning protocol and ensured that the store and equipment were cleaned
and sanitized
• Trained staff to deliver quality customer service and to keep a positive, happy attitude.
• Responsible for complete Supervision of staff and ancillary staff on Shift.
• I managed complete purchases of ovens, grills, and frying machines.
• Responsible for all inventory control and managing refill updates.
• Interacted with all customers and built relationships with them.
• Ensured there was high-quality cleanliness always maintained.
• regularly.
Western Hut Pizzeria; Oshawa Sep 2022 - Feb 2023
Store Manager
• Streamlined HR/Admin tasks: staff recruitment, attendance management, payroll
processing, cash collection, bank deposits, and end-of-day accounting validations.
• Orchestrated efficient ordering and strategic display of promotional materials while
contributing innovative campaign ideas to boost advertising efforts.
• Built strong relationships with suppliers and customers to promote a harmonious business
atmosphere.
• Navigated customer/supplier escalations efficiently, ensuring resolution and satisfaction.
• Scrutinized requisitions, quotes, and deliveries to ensure accurate store purchasing.
• Initiated onboarding for new staff, including exceptional customer service training.
• Spearheaded store operations, ensuring smooth and efficient processes.
ACK Hotel Supply; Dubai Sep 2012 - Dec 2021
Manager Purchasing Procurement And Logistics
• Supervised dedicated employees and streamlined all Purchasing & Procurement
department activities, including the management of reports and budgets.
• Managed inventories effectively while maintaining accurate purchase records in
collaboration with the store/warehouse/storekeeper team.
• Enforced firm's Procedures and Policies strictly in Purchasing and Procurement
departments.
• Verified quotation requests to vendors, ensuring specifications were accurately met.
• Researched potential suppliers thoroughly, maintaining superb vendor relationships.
• Developed plans and issued Local Purchase Orders for material supply procurement.
• Reviewed and analyzed approval requests; authorized corresponding purchases.
IFA Hotels and resorts group; Dubai Dec 2009 - Aug 2012
Operations Head Manager Purchasing Procurement And Logistics
• Managed and maintained 14 buildings with over 5,000 apartments; supervised concierge,
housekeeping, and ancillary staff daily.
• Served as intermediary among Assistant Purchasing Manager, Purchasing and
Procurement Coordinators, Receiving Agents/Storekeeper, Store Supervisor, and F&B Cost
Controller.
• Administered all essential functions of the Materials Department including staffing,
comprehensive training initiatives and efficient execution of related duties.
• Managed purchasing functions: quotations, quality assurance, availability checks,
documentation.
• Negotiated competitive bids for optimal product sourcing and purchasing for hotel needs.
• Monitored vendors for quality by enforcing standard purchasing specifications.
• Implemented stringent purchasing policies and systems per company standards.
Mohammad Omer Bin Haider Group; Dubai Feb 2005 - Nov 2009
Group Manager Purchasing And Procurement Operations
• Streamlined Purchasing Procurement and Logistics operations, significantly enhancing cost-
effectiveness, efficiency, and adequacy of the purchasing process.
• Supervised teams in purchasing, operations, logistics for company standard adherence.
• Facilitated vendor communication to resolve queries and optimize purchasing process.
• Served as Chairman's advisor; actively participated in all company policy decisions.
• Collaborated on an initiative significantly cutting costs across all departments.
• Managed tender invites/submissions diligently, following chairman's directives.
• Adapted purchasing strategies responsively to fluctuating market conditions.
Prior Experience: The Oxford School, Front Desk Manager/ Administrator
EDUCATION
TECHNOLOGIES, CERTIFICATIONS
Technologies: Microsoft Outlook, Google Docs, Zoom, Skype, Google Drive
Certifications: Bachelors in arts from Karachi University in Pakistan • Certified Food Handler - valid
until November 2027 • Valid Ontario Driving License holder. • Certified Food Handler