My Professional Career Experience
With extensive leadership across global procurement, Canadian trade compliance, and operational modeling, my career reflects a consistent commitment to operational excellence. I have successfully managed multi-million dollar plant supply chains, engineered data-driven performance models, and negotiated high-value international supplier contracts. Each role demonstrates my ability to bridge complex supply chain logistics with advanced SQL, DAX, and PowerBI analytics to deliver measurable efficiency.
Procurement Specialist
PRESENTLead end-to-end global procurement, contract negotiations, customs compliance, and plant supply chain planning for crucial manufacturing operations.
Global Supplier Management & Contract Negotiations
Manage strategic relationships with global suppliers across Europe, Asia, and North America; negotiate multi-year supply agreements, SLAs, and volume pricing.
- Directly negotiate long-term agreements with global vendors, securing favorable commercial terms and guaranteed supply allocations.
- Lead contract renewal reviews incorporating dual-sourcing strategies to hedge against geopolitical and shipping disruptions.
Trade Compliance & Plant Supply Chain Operations
Oversee Canadian customs compliance (CARM Portal & CERS) and direct plant supply chain execution including JIT ordering and long-term demand planning.
- Manage CBSA CARM portal delegations, RPP financial security bonds, and CERS export reporting with zero border delays.
- Execute Just-In-Time (JIT) ordering, long-term demand forecasting, and inter-facility stock transfers to maximize plant line uptime.
š Key Role Accomplishments:
Senior Operations Analyst
Spearhead operational modeling, department collaboration automation, stakeholder requirement formulation, and performance measurement.
Productivity Modeling & Operational Analytics
Designed and developed mathematical models to measure employee productivity across operational departments.
- Engineered mathematical workforce productivity models providing quantifiable efficiency baselines across teams.
- Created Business Requirement Documents (BRDs) in close partnership with key executive stakeholders.
- Facilitated User Acceptance Testing (UAT) for operational software releases.
Cross-Departmental Task Automation
Automated core administrative and workflow tasks to improve inter-departmental collaboration.
- Automated cross-functional tasks assisting HR, Operations, and Facilities teams.
- Designed and implemented a performance bonus model for employees across multiple departments.
- Reduced communication overhead and turnaround times across regional operational workflows.
š Key Role Accomplishments:
Operations Analyst
Built executive reports, live streaming PowerBI datasets, SQL database migrations, and payroll automation.
Reporting & Live Dataset Dashboarding
Created comprehensive reports using Excel, VBA, and PowerBI for various end users including executive management.
- Designed and implemented Live/streaming dataset reporting for executive leadership.
- Constructed automated Excel VBA reporting tools to streamline daily operational metrics.
- Assisted HR with payroll processing and maintained time management system databases.
SQL Database Source Migration
Implemented and designed a strategic project to transition legacy data sources into relational SQL databases.
- Led data source transformation project migrating flat files into structured relational SQL databases.
- Automated KPI tracking and reporting pipelines for management.
- Identified supply procurement efficiencies across department inventory.
š Key Role Accomplishments:
Various Positions (Store Manager & Retail Trainer)
Oversaw flagship locations, exceeded quarterly sales targets, developed national training programs, and managed cross-disciplinary project deployments.
Store Operations & Team Leadership
Oversaw Fido and Rogers flagship store as well as multiple regional locations, consistently exceeding quarterly objectives.
- Managed flagship retail operations, surpassing sales and customer satisfaction targets.
- Recognized for training and inspiring retail teams to accomplish success for three consecutive years.
- Developed a high-volume retail training program that was scaled nationally across Canada.
Project Management & Performance Excellence
Managed cross-disciplinary team projects that transitioned successfully into active production environments.
- Led multi-disciplinary project teams through design, testing, and production rollout.
- Honored with Rogers Quarterly Performance Awards across multiple quarters (Q2 2020, Q1 2021, Q3 2021).
š Key Role Accomplishments:
Digital Content Manager (Contract)
Curated, scheduled, and managed digital content across major online brand portals and customer communications.
Digital Strategy & Portal Management
Managed digital content workflows, web assets, and brand publishing standards.
- Oversaw digital content strategy across web platforms and promotional channels.
- Collaborated with marketing and design teams to launch digital campaign assets on time.
š Key Role Accomplishments:
Lead Consultant
Delivered strategic financial advisory, client portfolio management, and operational consulting.
Consulting & Financial Planning
Advised clients on portfolio strategies, financial operational compliance, and wealth management solutions.
- Built long-term strategic relationships with high-net-worth clients and corporate accounts.
- Conducted detailed financial needs analysis and risk assessment modeling.
š Key Role Accomplishments:
Web Developer
Designed, developed, and maintained web applications, database interfaces, and digital resources for the Department of Physics.
Web Application & Database Development
Engineered web applications, academic tools, and database connections using HTML5, Java, PHP, and Linux servers.
- Built dynamic web portals for department research projects and course management.
- Managed relational database connections and Linux server backend environments.
- Maintained web accessibility standards and cross-browser testing.
š Key Role Accomplishments:
Operations Support
Provided operational reporting, workflow optimization, and technical support.
Operations Support & Helpdesk
Monitored operational ticket queues, generated shift reports, and optimized process workflows.
- Supported daily operations through data entry, shift tracking, and workflow documentation.
- Maintained accurate operational logs and service level metrics.