Daniel Strachan
Calgary,AB
Summary
Dynamic leader with a proven track record at IKO Industries, excelling in sales strategy development and performance management. Spearheaded brand growth initiatives, enhancing customer relations and driving operational efficiency. Recognized for cultivating high-performing teams and achieving significant business expansion through innovative marketing tactics and strategic planning.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Western Canada Regional Manager
IKO Industries
Calgary, AB
08.2018 - Current
- Supervised staff to optimize brand expansion initiatives and productivity.
- Boosted brand growth by devising strategic network and marketing tactics.
- Defined clear targets and objectives and communicated to other team members.
- Identified and communicated customer needs to supply chain capacity and quality teams.
- Evaluated employee performance and conveyed constructive feedback to improve skills.
- Established performance goals for employees and provided feedback on methods for reaching those milestones.
General Manager
McIlveen Indsutries
Calgary, AB
03.2016 - 08.2018
- Implemented operational strategies and effectively built customer and employee loyalty.
- Monitored financial performance, set budgets and controlled expenses to provide financial stability and long-term organizational growth.
- Maximized efficiency by coaching and mentoring personnel on management principles, industry practices, company procedures, and technology systems.
- Drove year-over-year business growth while leading operations, strategic vision, and long-range planning.
Regional Vice President
PrimeSource Building Products Inc.
Calgary, AB
01.2011 - 02.2016
- Implemented successful improvements to [Function], [Function] and [Function].
- Directed hiring and development of [Number] management staff to drive improvements to [Area].
- Oversaw yearly budget of more than $[Amount].
- Developed [Area] structure and established procedures.
- Monitored key business risks and established risk management procedures.
- Maintained P&L and shouldered corporate fiscal responsibility.
Sales Manager
Broadleaf Logistics ( Formerly Weyerhauser )
Calgary, AB
01.2007 - 12.2010
- Maintained relationships with customers and found new ones by identifying needs and offering appropriate services.
- Handled customer relations issues, enabling quick resolution, and client satisfaction.
- Attended industry events and conventions to expain sales opportunities.
- Engaged in product training, demonstrations, consumer awareness, branding, and acquisition initiatives to raise awareness and revenues.
- Coached and promoted high-achieving sales and account management employees to fill leadership positions with qualified staff and boost company growth.
Education
No Degree - Business Administration And Management
University of Calgary
CalgarySkills
- Sales strategy development
- Business growth planning
- Sales experience
- Performance management
- Sales development
- Brand development
- Sales management
- Customer and vendor relations
Languages
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Western Canada Regional Manager
IKO Industries
08.2018 - Current
General Manager
McIlveen Indsutries
03.2016 - 08.2018
Regional Vice President
PrimeSource Building Products Inc.
01.2011 - 02.2016
Sales Manager
Broadleaf Logistics ( Formerly Weyerhauser )
01.2007 - 12.2010
No Degree - Business Administration And Management
University of Calgary