EDWARD E. OLANGO
*************@*****.*** +639**-***-**** Cagayan De Oro City, Philippines
PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
Results-driven and versatile professional with a proven track record in various leadership roles, including Operations Manager/Owner, Distributor Manager, Distributor Specialist/Key Account Manager, Business Development Manager, Food Service Specialist, and Fish Dealer. With a comprehensive background in managing diverse teams and driving operational excellence, I bring a unique blend of strategic vision and hands-on experience to any organization. I am now seeking a challenging opportunity where my diverse skill set, leadership acumen, and entrepreneurial spirit can make a significant impact. Adaptable and results-oriented, I am confident in my ability to drive success and deliver value in any dynamic business environment.
SKILLS AND ABILITIES
• Strategic Leadership • Distribution Management • Key Account Management
• Customer Service • Operational Efficiency • Product Knowledge
• Attention to Detail • Organizational Skills • Quality Control
• Time Management • Conflict Resolution • Technology Proficiency
• Communication Skills • Team Management • Adaptability
WORK EXPERIENCE
E&G Enterprises & Trucking Services / Gina’s Bakeshop Philippines 2018 – 2024
Position: Operations / Truck Driver
• Oversaw the daily routines and production of freshly baked goods for both bakers, peddlers, and cashiers to ensure quality.
• Developed and implemented measures to create a healthy and safe work environment for the team.
• Personally, operated a 10-wheeler truck for trucking services, ensuring on-time and high-quality deliveries to customers.
• Undertook the task of picking up approximately 25 tons of flour twice a week from another province, covering a round trip of 288.3 km or as per flour requirements.
• Executed daily deliveries to key cities, ensuring the consistent provision of quality services to meet the needs of our customers.
GECC Distribution Coca Cola Products Philippines 2015 - 2018
Position: Operations / Truck Driver
• Emphasized the management of beverage products to ensure accurate inventory control.
• Identified potential stores and arranged the in-store placement of products.
• Executed merchandising strategies for in-store displays.
• Undertook daily route sales, conducting transactions from store to store using a six-wheeler truck.
Ideal Macaroni & Spaghetti Factory Inc. Philippines 2011 - 2015
Position: Distribution Manager / Merchandiser head
• Oversaw the Regional Distributor responsibilities in North Mindanao, specifically in Key Cities and Provinces.
• Launched national and local programs targeting supermarkets and grocery stores
• Ensure all merchandising display from shelves and Gondola perfectly display from top to bottom.
• Held weekly meetings with the sales team and addressed monthly concerns and issues from trade accounts.
• Implemented strategies to ensure product saturation and availability in both supermarkets and grocery stores, with a specific emphasis on saturating public markets.
• Conducted regular business reviews with the Regional Distributor on a monthly and quarterly basis.
• Managed the allocation of sell-in and sell-out plans for both my NKA accounts and the Regional distributor in the provinces' areas.
DELFI Marketing ‘GOYA’ Philippines 2009 - 2011
Position: Distributor Specialist/ Key Account Manager
• Oversaw the Regional Distributor's responsibilities, encompassing Key Cities and Provinces.
• Cultivated National key accounts, such as Super Market branches, Grocery Chain, and Drugs branches and monitor all displays ensure shelves availability.
• Organized weekly and monthly meetings with sales personnel under the local Distributor to tackle trade account issues and concerns.
• Implemented National and local programs for both the Regional Distributor and Supermarket accounts.
• Established and managed Bad Order/Account Receivable protocols, closely monitoring weekly inventory.
• Monitored sales to trade and ensured compliance with monthly target averages.
Mandom Philippines Corporation ‘Gatsby Wax Gel’ Philippines 2006 - 2009
Position: Business Distributor Manager
• Managed three Regional Distributors spanning Key Cities and Provinces.
• Cultivated National Key Accounts, including Super Market branches, Robinson Super Market, and Drugs branches.
• Held weekly meetings with Sales Personnel from both National and Regional Distributors.
• Conducted monthly cycle meetings with merchandisers, Regional Distributors and National Distributors.
• Emphasized the development of brand awareness, product saturation, and stock availability.
New Zealand Milk Phil. Anchor Milk / MCR Distribution Philippines 2003 - 2006
Position: Food Service Specialist
• Developed Supermarkets and Grocery stores across Key Cities and provinces.
• Ensured availability and provided quality service to both Fast-food chains and Restaurants.
• Continuously developed customer relationships and established rapport.
• Developed and maintained sales volume and availability to trade accounts.
• Managed Accounts Receivable (AR) and Bad Order to trade accounts.
Jollibee Food Chain Philippines 2002 - 2003
Position: Delivery Team & Service Crew
• Conducted daily check-ups on motorcycle deliveries every morning, ensuring all units were prepared for morning deliveries.
• Provided timely and high-quality deliveries to customers, maintaining cleanliness in the working areas.
Family Own Business Philippines 1998 - 2001
Position: Fish Dealer / Truck Driver
• Conducted fish deliveries from market to market using a six-wheeler truck and ten–wheeler truck.
• Picked up around 10-15 tons of ice from the ICE Plant daily for the re-icing of fish, ensuring a day-to-day commitment to providing customers with high-quality fish.
TRAININGS AND CERTIFICATIONS
• 3rd Conference Mandom Phil. Corp., 2009
• 2nd Conference Mandom Phil. Corp., 2008
• 2nd Conference New Zealand Milk Phil., 2003
• Food Handler City Health, 2002
EDUCATION
Cagayan De Oro College High School Philippines
Secondary