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ADAM YALIM

BURNABY,CANADA

Summary

Accomplished leader with 10+ years of management experience across diverse industries, specializing in operational efficiency, team development, and customer satisfaction. Highly adept at leveraging analytical and creative problem-solving skills to drive impactful solutions in fast-paced, high-pressure environments.

With a robust background in retail management (4+ years) and call center leadership (4+ years) as a Bilingual Resolution Manager and Disability Case Manager, I have honed my expertise in team leadership, cross-functional collaboration, and customer-focused results.

Passionate about continuous learning and innovation, I am currently advancing my expertise in the fitness industry through the "Program A to Z" at Douglas College. Eager to apply my skills in dynamic environments where I can drive meaningful growth and contribute to organizational success.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

Raw Materials General Assistant

Arc'teryx
07.2025 - Current

. Stock and organize raw materials to maintain efficiency and prevent shortages.
. Replenish levels to ensure accuracy and timely picking of products (FIFO Method)
. Pick and process orders with precision, ensuring accuracy.
. Maintain equipment storage and upkeep daily.
. Enforce workplace safety standards and stock security.
. Cross-trained with senior team members to expand knowledge of operations.
. Foster clear communication to maximize productivity.
. Adhere to company safety and quality standards.

Bilingual Disability Case Manager

Sun Life Financial
01.2023 - 01.2025
  • Determine eligibility to short and long-term disability, salary continuance benefits and assess claims
  • Implement the right interventions to support timely recovery and return to work
  • Build strong relationships with our Clients: employers and their employees
  • Lead Clients during the absence and return to work period
  • Drive telephone interviews to obtain information to ensure complete understanding of the absence and types of support required to assist with return to work planning
  • Identify and assess medical and non-medical influencing factors pre and post disability, functional capability, restrictions and limitations
  • Evaluated eligibility for disability benefits, ensuring accurate assessments that facilitated timely support and enhanced client satisfaction.
  • Provided empathetic support to clients, facilitating emotional well-being during recovery, and reinforcing a positive client experience.

Bilingual Resolution Case Manager

Sun Life Financial
11.2020 - 12.2022
  • Managing significant Client escalations both On and Offline by taking ownership of problems through to resolution of the case
  • Performing root cause analysis to identify how the problem occurred, investigate by pulling Call & Chat logs. Timely follow-up and providing to client appropriate updates during the process
  • Work closely with all departments to problem solve situations and to identify solutions, as well as Partners such as Client Advocacy, Best Practice, Sponsor representatives and Finance Managers
  • Support the implementation of new process or improvements that could be made for existing ones while evaluating the impact it can have on the Client experience and the team’s productivity
  • Coaching Customer Service Reps on calls and chat if the issue/problem was caused by the rep

Lifestyle Counsellor

Nautilus Plus Gym
01.2020 - 11.2020
  • Greet clients and visitors upon arrival at the Nautilus Plus branch.
  • Represent the company image by being courteous, dynamic, and passionate about physical activity and healthy nutrition.
  • Provide excellent customer service to clients.
  • Propose memberships, personalized programs, and services that align with clients’ objectives.
  • Assist clients in choosing the appropriate services and programs for their needs.
  • Manage diverse tasks with good organization skills.
  • Effectively manage priorities to ensure smooth operations and customer satisfaction.
  • Provide InBody BMI/Body composition scan tests and explain the results to new clients and members.
  • Partnered with trainers to design group workshops, enhancing community engagement and promoting a supportive fitness environment.

Operations Manager

ZARA
01.2015 - 12.2019
  • Executed the short term and long term budgetary plans and adjusting schedules to meet store targets giving me the knowledge in planning and meeting objectives
  • Stock replenishment by managing and training the staff to ensure optimal productivity this netted 120% of a 70 unit per hour quota
  • Extensive background with Moneris POS System dealing with retail cash operations
  • Gained exceptional organizational skills by delivering inventory management standards across the store capitalizing in top-ranking items, and seasonal inventory of 1.2% shrinkage, this generated the best results in the region
  • Maximizing sales and quotas by coordinating and managing the store and warehouse transfers of top-selling ranked items
  • Recruitment and training new associates and promoted managers

Security Site Manager

Vancouver Public Library
01.2009 - 01.2015
  • Supervising security team and reinforcing LP and Health & Safety policies
  • Excellent coordination skills by managing security events and staff. Events such as Royal Mint for the 2010 Winter Olympics and various Hollywood Movie productions, and government meetings for the Governor-General.
  • Executed monthly budgetary meetings with the city
  • Recruitment and thorough training of new guards with 0% turnover
  • Handled with care various personality types and addressed all issuesOversaw security operations for high-profile events, ensuring safety and compliance, which led to zero security breaches and enhanced public trust.
  • Coordinated with local law enforcement and event organizers to develop security protocols, fostering strong partnerships and ensuring seamless event execution.

Education

High School Diploma - Bilingual Diploma in French Immersion

Kwantlen Park Secondary
Surrey, BC
01.2009

Pursuing Certificate in Fitness And Health Studies

Douglas College
New Westminster
03-2026

Skills

    Bilingual Communication (English & French)
    Client Relationship Management
    Call Center & Escalation Management
    Adaptability & Resilience
    Attention to Detail
    Multitasking & Time Management
    Results-Oriented Mindset
    Conflict Resolution
    Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
    Strong Written & Verbal Communication

LANGUAGES

English (Native)
French (Native)
Turkmen
Limited Working

Timeline

Raw Materials General Assistant

Arc'teryx
07.2025 - Current

Bilingual Disability Case Manager

Sun Life Financial
01.2023 - 01.2025

Bilingual Resolution Case Manager

Sun Life Financial
11.2020 - 12.2022

Lifestyle Counsellor

Nautilus Plus Gym
01.2020 - 11.2020

Operations Manager

ZARA
01.2015 - 12.2019

Security Site Manager

Vancouver Public Library
01.2009 - 01.2015

High School Diploma - Bilingual Diploma in French Immersion

Kwantlen Park Secondary

Pursuing Certificate in Fitness And Health Studies

Douglas College
ADAM YALIM