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Inventory Control Supply Chain

Location:
Abbotsford, BC, Canada
Salary:
120,000
Posted:
September 10, 2025

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Mike Fitzpatrick

Supply Chain Logistics Inventory Control

604-***-**** ****.************@*****.*** https://www.linkedin.com/in/mike-fitzpatrick-a205b326

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Confident and capable Certified Production and Inventory Manager with over 25 years of experience in warehousing, inventory control, logistics, distribution, and operations management.

Dynamic agent of change who is capable in any situation, demonstrated by supervision of transformative improvements and ongoing consistency of performance.

Excellent knowledge of warehouse systems and technology, with extensive management experience in high-volume delivery operations, employee management and distribution legalities.

Strong analytical, problem-solving and presentation skills, with the ability to think objectively and create high-level strategic and tactical operational plans.

Able to manage multiple complex projects to successful complete at or below budget and within the expected time allotment.

Fiscally responsible manager well versed in P&L management and maintenance.

Demonstrated communication skills; able to present ideas and direction clearly, and to build strong relationships with a diverse group of business partners.

Dedicated to operational excellence, unparalleled customer service, safety of personnel and compliance with regulations. Strong sense of urgency and adaptability, with a high level of attention to detail.

Proven ability to build high performing motivated teams using “manage what you measure” philosophies tracking against and surpassing world class benchmarks of quality and consistency.

Proficient negotiator with an excellent “big picture” view and the ability to build strong mutually beneficial partnerships through focused collaboration.

ERP, CRP, DRP, MRP, SAP, Lean and Kaizen literate.

SYSTEMS

SKILLS

COMPETENCIES

●Word

●Powerpoint

●WMS

●TMS

●Warehouse Design

●Material Flow

●Systems Development

●Continuous improvement

●Communication

●Analytical

●Relationship management

●Creative problem solver

ACHIEVEMENTS

●300% traffic increase (AFL)

An increase of 300% in material service offerings.

Staff leadership of a team of 31.

●Won Leadership Excellence Award 2021 (AFL)

Materials Management through Global Supply Chain Crisis.

●Nominated for Presidents Award 2015 (AFL)

Designed and executed Material Tracking / Inventory Control System.

●Designed Material flow (AFL)

Designed material flow systems from supplier to end user including 3rd party sale.

●Designed Material flow (WTC)

Designed material tracking systems including project allocation

WORK EXPERIENCE

Owner, AM2 Consulting (Mar 2022-Present)

Worked with a number of clients on process improvements in;

• Storage systems and warehouse layout

• Logistics Management

• Operations Management

Helping to develop fully integrated supply chain systems, increase throughput, decrease stale inventory and develop agile replenishment systems to facilitate maximum customer service.

Director Material Management, WesTower Communications (Feb 2022 – Mar 2024)

Develop reliable supplier base and partnerships to ensure good service to the teams we support. Forecast requirements, budgets and all requirements to complete projects efficiently and on schedule. Inventory control, including tools to support corps finance requirements.

• Supplier Management

• Logistics Management

• Operations Management

Director Materials, AFL Global (Oct 2018 – Mar 2022)

Develop reliable supplier base and partnerships to ensure good service to the teams we support. Forecast requirements, budgets and all requirements to complete projects efficiently and on schedule. Inventory control, including tools to support corps finance requirements.

• Supplier Management

• Logistics Management

• Operations Management

Senior Operations Manager, AFL Global (Sept 2014 – Oct 2018)

Develop warehouse network in multiple communities to support client activity. Train staff and equip with proper tools to complete support functions efficiently.

• Facilities Support

• Equipment Management

• Staff Support

Senior Business Analyst, TELUS (June 2008 – Sept 2014)

Support Procurement team in review of supplier performance and contracts. Help develop meaningful KPIs to attach to SLA in contracts to support excellent service.

Business Improvement Specialist, AM2 Contract (Feb 2006 – June 2008)

Review and analyse business processes to identify nonvalue added activity. Develop strategies and systems to increase efficiency and effectivity.

Materials Manager, InterWrap (Feb 2004 – Feb 2006)

Improved Warehouse organization, freight processing detail and efficiency .

Developed material tracking system to eliminate stock outs

Distribution Manager, Western Star Trucks (June 1984 – Feb 2004)

Managed all inbound and outbound freight including 2 consolidation points in Mississauga and South Bend. Responsible warehousing and inventory control for 84500 sq ft Corp DC and 8 satellite DCs throughout North America and 1 in Australia.

EDUCATION & QUALIFICATIONS

APICS CPIM certification, Okanagan University College (June 1996)

Developed a solid foundation in production and inventory control and strategies to drive organizational growth and performance.

Micro Masters Supply Chain, MiTx (March 2022)

REFERENCES

Bruce McFee, Senior Vice President Engineering, Ramtech

Former direct manager at AFL

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Larry DaLuz, Vice President Network Design, Explornet

Former direct manager at AFL

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Brennan Sulivan, Vice President operation, WesTower Communications.

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