Vincent C.

Experience

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  Department of National Defence

  Jan 2000 - Jul 2014

  Senior Supply Chain ManagerCalgary, Alberta Supervised a team of seven warehouse managers and drivers engaged in customer service, stocking, inventory maintenance, order fulfillment, and transport. Oversaw truck loading / unloading and pick / pack operations. Scheduled operations and planned driver routes. Assisted customers with orders and coordinated catalog distribution. Hired, trained, evaluated, and terminated staff. Ensured the content accuracy of product catalogs. Played key role in program development to include coordination of daily operations for interdepartmental staff at various levels. Managed remote staff activities involving operations, planning, and scheduling: oversaw logistics, transportation and equipment distribution critical to team success. Orchestrated full range of security activities, from gathering equipment sensitive information and developing reports for executive-level decision makers. Served as a subject matter expert regarding rollover of the SAP system within the logistic branch. Show less

  • Senior Supply Chain Manager

    Jun 2013 - Jul 2014

  • Supply Chain Project Manager

    Jun 2007 - Jun 2013

  • Senior Inventory Analyst

    Jan 2000 - Jun 2007
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  DND

  Aug 2005 - Mar 2006

  Warehouse Project Manager

  Warehouse Project ManagerAfghanistan DND Managed warehousing and inventory functions. Oversaw the loading and unloading processes for shipping and receiving. Reviewed and verified bills lading. Administered the document control process. Trained staffing warehousing, inventory, and logistics procedures.

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  Luigi's Pizzeria and PJ's Laundromat

  Oct 2008 - Sept 2017

  Chief Executive Officer

  Set up development of both establishments: responsible for running laundry departments day to day operations and also to deliver an excellent Guest experience while managing stock ordering and supplier relationships for Laundromat and Restaurant.Additional responsibilities include, up keeping training, performance evaluations, scheduling and supervising the personnel within the department.

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  Natra

  Jan 2015 - Jan 2016

  Director Of Purchasing

  Managing and mentoring a dynamic team of purchasing professionals.Establishing and maintaining measurable performance metrics for all levels of procurement activities to include but not limited to supplier performance, supplier quality, internal order placement performance, buyer activity levels, financial (AP) performance, and material shortage elimination.Report to management the measurable status of progress and corrective actions as it pertains to supplier performance.Ensure performance improvement and recovery plans are developed, issued, tracked and reported on as required for supply base management and improvement.Negotiate and execute purchase orders or vendor contracts as needed to support the critical business needs.Manage material flow to insure inventory is maintained to the optimum level to support on time customer deliveries while keeping inventory holdings at the appropriate levels.Strategically develop and implement commodity/supply chain strategies covering all commodities, services and supplier processes throughout a global enterprise to deliver maximum value, leverage, and standardization.Lead a global enterprise organization within the scope of the strategic sourcing process to drive cost out of the supply chain by managing the following: Commodity and negotiation strategies including Terms and Conditions Supplier selection/de-selection, evaluation and rationalization of Supply chain solutions, including vendor managed inventory (VMI), supplier consignment, safety stock levels, etc.Leads product development commodity strategies in line with corporate initiatives to improve supply chain efficiencies and reduce the total cost of supply chain management.Drives usage of cost models to validate commodity strategies and to understand significant cost drivers.Manages all activities that develop relationships with suppliers.Develops an overall vendor base which creates and sustains a competitive advantage, utilizing global market exploitation. Show less

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  4Refuel

  Sept 2017 - Jan 2018

  National Learning & Development Manager

  • Oversee the competencies framework for the organization • Develop, implement, and monitor training programs organization-wide • Identify and assess current and future training and development needs of the organization • Produce training materials for in-house training • Evaluate outsourced training options to determine the best decision for 4 Refuel Canada LP • Oversee the development and administration of job analyses, appraisal schemes, etc. to identify training and development needs • Consult with managers and other members of the human resources team to determine needs • Work with management staff to determine training gaps in existing training and make amendments to ensure proper training is delivered to all staff • Develop and organize training manuals, educational materials, and any other items used for training • Oversee the orientation program for all new hires, evaluating its effectiveness and implementing changes as needed • Keep up-to-date with changes in the field of training and development by attending seminars, workshops, webinars, etc. for continuous learning opportunities • Oversee the training and development team • Train instructors and managers in techniques and skills for training and coaching employees • Evaluate instructors performances and effectiveness of training programs being delivered, working towards continuous improvements • Provide ongoing coaching to training and development team • Develop annual budgets and plans for the training and development department • Develop, manage, and adjust the succession planning program for the organization • Work with management to determine succession plans for key individuals within the organization Show less

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  Soldier for soldiers contracting

  Jan 2018 - Aug 2019

  Chief Executive Officer

  Design and implement business strategies, plans and proceduresSet comprehensive goals for performance and growth. Establish policies that promote company culture and vision. Oversee daily operations of the company and the work of executives (IT, Marketing, Sales, Finance etc.) Lead employees to encourage maximum performance and dedication. Evaluate performance by analyzing and interpreting data and metrics. Write and submit reports. Assist in fundraising ventures. Participate in expansion activities (investments, acquisitions, corporate alliances etc.) Manage relationships with partners/vendors. Show less