Glenn Gartner
Lake Country,BC
Summary
Dynamic individual with hands-on experience in General Management and talent for navigating challenges. Brings strong problem-solving skills and proactive approach to new tasks. Known for adaptability, creativity, and results-oriented mindset. Committed to making meaningful contributions and advancing organizational goals.
Results-oriented achiever with proven ability to exceed targets and drive success in fast-paced environments. Combines strategic thinking with hands-on experience to deliver impactful solutions and enhance organizational performance.
Overview
41
41
years of professional experience
Work History
Retired
Retired
01.2024 - Current
General Manager
Centennial Food Service/Solutions
04.2013 - 12.2023
- Oversaw daily operations ensuring all departments align with company goals.
- Develop and manage budgets and business strategies to enhance productivity and profitability.
- Analyze performance metrics and identify areas for improvement and implement necessary changes to drive growth.
- Foster a positive workplace culture motivates employees and promote collaboration.
- Key liaison between upper management translating vision into action that propels the organization forward.
- Won Spirit of Excellence Award for achieving milestone bottom line results in 2015,2016, 2018, 2021, 2022, 2023.
- Won General Manager of the year 2019
Western Canada Sales Leader
Cargill Meat Solutions
01.2010 - 01.2013
- Established and oversaw collaborative relationships with major customers in Western Canada.
- Increased customer engagement to drive interest and boost sales.
- Instrumental in getting Sobeys to make Sterling Silver Premium Beef part of their national marketing strategy.
- Conduct strategic business reviews with major retail customers (Sobeys. Safeway, Thrifty's, Overwaitea(Save On Foods).
Account Manager
Cargill Meat Solutions
01.2007 - 01.2010
- Responsible for daily sales, distribution and problem solving for key accounts.
Account Manager
Global Direct Foods
11.2005 - 07.2007
- Responsible for daily sales, distribution and problem solving for key accounts.
Sales Manager
Sunterra Meats
01.2003 - 07.2005
- Responsible to manage the results of the sales team.
- I also managed several key accounts.
Sales and Operations Consultant
Ferndale Foods
03.2002 - 11.2002
- Advised the company on sales and operations during the start up.
- This was a beef packing plant that started up in Ferndale, Washington.
Real Estate Sales
Century 21 Hi Point Realty
01.2000 - 03.2002
Plant Manager
Western Canadian Beef Packers
03.1997 - 11.1999
- Oversaw daily operations ensuring all departments align with company goals.
- Develop and manage budgets and business strategies to enhance productivity and profitability.
- Analyze performance metrics and identify areas for improvement and implement necessary changes to drive growth.
- Foster a positive workplace culture motivates employees and promote collaboration.
- Manage the business within a union collective agreement.
Meat Manager
Federated Cooperatives
11.1986 - 03.1997
Meat Manager
Federated Cooperatives
08.1984 - 11.1986
Education
Executive Development Planning -
George Morris Executive Development Planning
Toronto, ON12.2005
High School -
JR Robson High School
Vermilion, Alberta01.1983
Skills
- Friendly, positive attitude
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Customer relations
- Analytical problem-solving
- Effective organizational skills
- Skilled at prioritizing tasks simultaneously
Timeline
Retired
Retired
01.2024 - Current
General Manager
Centennial Food Service/Solutions
04.2013 - 12.2023
Western Canada Sales Leader
Cargill Meat Solutions
01.2010 - 01.2013
Account Manager
Cargill Meat Solutions
01.2007 - 01.2010
Account Manager
Global Direct Foods
11.2005 - 07.2007
Sales Manager
Sunterra Meats
01.2003 - 07.2005
Sales and Operations Consultant
Ferndale Foods
03.2002 - 11.2002
Real Estate Sales
Century 21 Hi Point Realty
01.2000 - 03.2002
Plant Manager
Western Canadian Beef Packers
03.1997 - 11.1999
Meat Manager
Federated Cooperatives
11.1986 - 03.1997
Meat Manager
Federated Cooperatives
08.1984 - 11.1986
Executive Development Planning -
George Morris Executive Development Planning
High School -
JR Robson High School
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