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Work History
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Ellen Schaetzle

Ellen Schaetzle

Kitchener,ON

Summary

I am a Supply Chain management professional with over 30 years of skilled in the movement of product and special cargo within logistics operations. Advanced knowledge of materials handling, purchasing, inventory and warehouse operations. Computer-savvy and results-driven with proficiency in many ERP software’s, material management programs and inventory control databases. Collaborates with diverse cultures. Independent and deadline-focused with demonstrated success in decision-making. Proven track record of securing impactful resource allocation. Diligent and dedicated to handling numerous duties in ever-changing environments.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Director of Logistics

Hutton Forest Products
09.2018 - 10.2023
  • Provided procurement of goods, provision of transportation services, tracking of movement and change to support safe and secure operations.
  • Supervised logistics functions and operations.
  • Collaborated with project managers to discuss procurement, logistics and service requirements for optimized purchasing power.
  • Conducted audits to improve office logistics practices and procedures.
  • Detected and enforced improvement opportunities in supply chain.
  • Managed functional areas of logistics.
  • Managed logistics assets for timely and cost-effective delivery of cargoes.
  • Provided support to all departments and executive staff members.
  • Delivered logistic support to leverage existing resources with cost-effective savings.
  • Defined logistics strategy within our 3PL warehouses in developing effective policies and procedures for integration of our logistics operations
  • Trained new staff on job duties, company policies, and safety procedures for rapid onboarding.
  • Reviewed established business practices and improved processes to reduce expenses.
  • Collaborated with manufacturing and supply chain management.
  • Negotiated new 3PL warehouse contracts and yearly contracts to minimize costs to company.
  • Integrated warehouse operations with existing and new business processes.
  • Conducted research to address shipping errors and packaging mistakes.
  • Promoted brand at industry events and through ongoing networking efforts.
  • Developed and maintained knowledgeable and productive team of employees.
  • Reviewed and negotiated contracts with carriers to optimize shipping costs.

HR Support & Talent Acquisitions

Hutton Forest Products
10.2018 - 10.2023
  • Designed internal newsletters for distribution, which informed and entertained 13-21 employees.
  • Reviewed and screened applicant resumes to identify qualified candidates.
  • Successfully lead the company and all staff safely along with compliancy through Covid19 pandemic outbreak.
  • Administered employee benefits programs and assisted with open enrollment.
  • Created and delivered HR training sessions to staff, managers and executives.
  • Collected and analyzed information to monitor compliance outcomes and identify and address trends of non-compliant behavior.
  • Resolved employee complaints and grievances successfully through mediation and collaboration.
  • Oversaw and managed hiring process and assisted human resources.
  • Partnered with senior leadership to establish and develop corporate and HR policies and procedures.
  • Briefed job applicants regarding responsibilities, benefits and schedules to provide information regarding job specifications and logistics.
  • Developed and coordinated employee training programs to improve productivity and performance.
  • Planned and managed recruitment activities for new hires using strategic personnel, staffing, and position management practices.
  • Reduced expenses by analyzing compensation policies and implementing competitive programs while ensuring adherence to legal requirements.
  • Analyzed and reported on employee turnover rates to determine root causes and make recommendations for improvement.
  • Conducted workplace compliance training to reduce liability risks and operate effectively.
  • Assisted with writing job postings and job descriptions for boards.
  • Pre-screened resumes prior to sending to corporate hiring managers for consideration.
  • Developed and implemented onboarding and orientation programs for new employees.
  • Collaborated with managers to identify and address employee relations issues.
  • Partnered with departmental managers to ascertain hiring needs and subsequently provide candidate recommendations.
  • Improved office efficiency by effectively managing internal communications and correspondence.
  • Maintained personnel records and statistical data to establish accuracy and compliance with applicable regulations.
  • Monitored employee attendance and performance, addressing issues in accordance with company policies and procedures.
  • Fielded employee inquiries related to insurance, pension plan, vacation, sick leave and employee assistance.

Logistics Manager

Busch Systems International
03.2013 - 09.2018
  • Improved department efficiencies by 70%
  • Played an integral role in implementation of new systems and processes (ERP and WMS)
  • Monitored all logistics performance and identified improvement opportunities.
  • Successfully assisted in the development and launch of a fully customized in-house automated TMS for pre-rating shipping costs by pack size
  • Created custom reporting tools to track all orders shipped with detailed KPI's for company success
  • Managed logistics budgets and forecasting to achieve cost-effective operations.
  • Selected, trained and developed logistics personnel to achieve high-performing teams.
  • Improved inventory accuracy by developing and implementing enhanced control systems.
  • Kept corporate departments and customers updated on critical shipments.
  • Led third-party vendors in achieving delivery time and cost targets.
  • Negotiated transportation and logistics contracts to reduce shipping costs.
  • Coordinated driver dispatch to accomplish daily delivery requirements.
  • Resolved shipping discrepancies by coordinating customer and courier communications.
  • Directed shipping and receiving of wide range of products daily.
  • Planned and supervised shipments from production to end-user and scheduled daily.

Logistics Supervisor

Triple M Metals (Formerly Barrie Metals/GEEP)
08.2002 - 03.2013
  • Customer service
  • Implementing, Organizing and maintaining procedures
  • Open order maintenance and review to insure deadlines are met.
  • Trouble shooting/problem solving
  • Special project coordinator
  • Transportation Liaison between our various organizations and countries.
  • Rate management and negotiations for both domestic and international cargo.
  • Material rejection and non conformance reporting
  • Creating all freight purchase orders
  • Cost analysis per division and joint venture companies
  • Weekly attendance and report to human resources and ADP system.
  • Responsible for all Import & Export documentation
  • Manage External freight Carriers compliance documents
  • Internal trucking Fleet & dispatch management (Roll off & Lugger service)
  • Verified transactions, product orders and shipping dates and entered information into databases and reports.
  • Coordinated driver dispatch to accomplish daily delivery requirements.
  • Reviewed order data to verify transactions and shipping dates.
  • Handled high-volume paperwork and collaborated with administrators to resolve invoicing and shipping problems.
  • Directed shipping and receiving of wide range of products daily.
  • Kept corporate departments and customers updated on critical shipments.
  • Negotiated transportation and logistics contracts to reduce shipping costs.
  • Led third-party vendors in achieving delivery time and cost targets.
  • Trained new staff on job duties, company policies, and safety procedures for rapid onboarding.
  • Assigned tasks to team members to complete within designated time frames.
  • Enforced team adherence to safety regulations and protocols.
  • Evaluated team performance and provided feedback on areas requiring improvement.
  • Led improvement initiatives to advance operational efficiencies and increase revenue.
  • Processed orders by due dates to enable on-time delivery to customers.

Education

High School Diploma

International Trade And Transportation Logistics Management

York University
Toronto, ON

Shipping Dangerous Goods By Ground (TDG)
Toronto, ON

Skills

  • Cost Savings
  • Logistics Strategies
  • Team Goals
  • Domestics and International Logistics
  • Supply Chain Operations
  • Carrier Negotiations
  • Staff Training/Team work skills
  • Risk Management
  • Employee Relations
  • Conflict Resolution Tactics
  • Project Planning
  • Budget Preparation and Management
  • Talent Acquisition

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
French
Elementary

Certification

  • Canadian Manufacturing Network-Harvard Supervisory Certificate Program
  • CM - Certified Manager Certification
  • Dynamic Nav Academy -MicroSoft certificate in PowerBI
  • JHSC Certification/Chief Prevention Officer
  • First Aid & CPR/AED Level C - Red Cross

Timeline

HR Support & Talent Acquisitions

Hutton Forest Products
10.2018 - 10.2023

Director of Logistics

Hutton Forest Products
09.2018 - 10.2023

Logistics Manager

Busch Systems International
03.2013 - 09.2018

Logistics Supervisor

Triple M Metals (Formerly Barrie Metals/GEEP)
08.2002 - 03.2013

High School Diploma

International Trade And Transportation Logistics Management

York University

Shipping Dangerous Goods By Ground (TDG)

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