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Dave Horton

Liverpool,NS

Summary

Dynamic leader with a proven track record in high-tech manufacturing, management consulting, and ERP, driving growth through strategic planning and process optimization. Expertise in sales growth and team leadership enhances operational efficiency and fosters collaboration. Committed to delivering exceptional results and exceeding business objectives.

Overview

40
40
years of professional experience

Work History

General Manager

Brady Home Hardware
Liverpool, Nova Scotia
08.2020 - 04.2025
  • Managed three Home Hardware locations, including Brady Home Building Centre & Liverpool Home Furniture.
  • Achieved 70% sales growth over five years while enhancing gross margin percentages.
  • Reduced inventory levels by 30% through strategic initiatives and a throughput operations model.
  • Recognized by Home Hardware Corporate as one of the top-performing stores nationwide.
  • Fostered a collaborative team environment to promote positive workplace culture.
  • Developed operational strategies to enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and maximize customer satisfaction.
  • Introduced new technology applications into operations to improve capacity, efficiencies and flow.
  • Implemented best practices to ensure department collaboration and overall performance improvement.

Director Canadian Professional Services

Synergy Resources
Toronto, Ontario
09.2016 - 12.2020
  • Directed professional team at ERP consulting firm, specializing in Infor ERP products.
  • Achieved year-over-year sales growth through effective project delivery.
  • Collaborated with SMEs and corporate clients to align project goals.
  • Expanded business presence into Quebec and Western Canada markets.
  • Developed service improvement initiatives to enhance customer satisfaction.
  • Led cross-functional teams to ensure project completion within budget and deadlines.
  • Executed operational assessments and transformation initiatives for business optimization.
  • Facilitated government funding projects focused on operational improvements.

Business Management Consulting

Carpe Diem
Kitchener, Ontario
05.2006 - 08.2016
  • Led business operational management and performance improvement consulting firm.
  • Collaborated with SMEs in Canada and US to execute operational improvement initiatives.
  • Implemented Infor ERP projects, optimizing processes using Lean and TOC methodologies.
  • Facilitated government innovation programs, including CME SMART and IRAP.
  • Provided leadership coaching and training across all organizational levels.
  • Designed and delivered OpEx programs emphasizing innovation.
  • Conducted business assessments, guiding vision development and execution.
  • Integrated people, processes, and technology to enhance strategic alignment.

General Manager

PCC
Cambridge, Ontario
03.2004 - 05.2006
  • Directed business operations for precision aerospace company, achieving over 20% annual growth.
  • Enhanced on-time delivery rate to 97% through process optimization
  • Leveraged Infor ERP systems and applications to drive growth.
  • Oversaw multi-million-dollar capital expansion to support growth initiatives.
  • Facilitated onboarding of more than 300 new products to diversify offerings.
  • Established strong supplier relationships with Boeing, Bombardier, Airbus, and JSF program.

VP General Manager

Fabris Inc
Stoney Creek, Ontario
12.1997 - 03.2004
  • Directed operations for design engineering manufacturing firm with two divisions
  • Proprietary capital equipment and aerospace / power generation components
  • Stimulated growth from $8M to $40M within 18 months through strategic initiatives.
  • Secured $20M investment for new facilities, advanced equipment, and staffing enhancements.
  • Enhanced Infor ERP systems to support rapid growth and optimize operational efficiency.
  • Drove business development efforts, achieving $5M expansion in U.S. Oil & Gas sector.
  • Facilitated global exports in aerospace, power generation, steel, and oil and gas industries.
  • Promoted innovation-driven practices in design, engineering, and manufacturing across both divisions.

Operations Manager

Quadro Engineering Inc
Waterloo, Ontario
01.1985 - 12.1997
  • Led manufacturing operations for engineered capital equipment in the pharmaceutical and food industries.
  • Drove sales growth exceeding 20% annually, increasing revenue from $2M to $20M.
  • Implemented Infor ERP project, supporting exponential growth and system optimization efforts.
  • Applied TOC systems for effective planning and scheduling processes.
  • Achieved an average inventory reduction of 20% annually using the throughput model application.
  • Oversaw quality systems, ensuring ISO 9001 certification compliance as key leader.

Education

Supply Chain Management

Assoc Supply Chain Management - APICS

Urban Planning

University of Waterloo
Waterloo, ON

Master Manager Program

Wilfred Laurier
Waterloo, ON

Executive Management Program

Oliver Wight

Skills

  • General management
  • Strategic planning and critical thinking
  • Management and operational consulting
  • ERP technology and applications
  • Process optimization
  • Project management
  • Hands-on, action-oriented, results-driven
  • Team leadership, mentoring, and coaching
  • Operational efficiency
  • Sales growth
  • Business development
  • Inventory management

References

  • Available on request

Timeline

General Manager

Brady Home Hardware
08.2020 - 04.2025

Director Canadian Professional Services

Synergy Resources
09.2016 - 12.2020

Business Management Consulting

Carpe Diem
05.2006 - 08.2016

General Manager

PCC
03.2004 - 05.2006

VP General Manager

Fabris Inc
12.1997 - 03.2004

Operations Manager

Quadro Engineering Inc
01.1985 - 12.1997

Supply Chain Management

Assoc Supply Chain Management - APICS

Urban Planning

University of Waterloo

Master Manager Program

Wilfred Laurier

Executive Management Program

Oliver Wight

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