Gurpreet Brar
Brampton,ON
Summary
Dedicated and results oriented professional extending a progressive background of 25+ years with a history of meeting company goals utilizing consistent and organized practices. Deploy exceptional interpersonal skills while liaising with cross functional teams focused on meeting overall business objectives.. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Demand Planning and Pricing Manager
PMA Canada
07.2022 - Current
- Manage demand and inventory in 3PL locations in Alberta and British Columbia
- Monitored safety stock levels and established order policies to balance inventory availability with minimal investment.
- Analyzed customer data to develop targeted pricing strategies for improved customer satisfaction and revenue growth.
- Identified underperforming products/services within the portfolio, recommending strategic changes or discontinuation as needed.
- Evaluated promotional offers'' effectiveness in driving sales volume, making necessary adjustments for optimal results.
- Communicated effectively across various organizational levels regarding changes in prices or promotions that impacted business operations.
Materials Manager
Keter Canada
01.2018 - 01.2021
- Liaised with management personnel to determine supply needs as well as played a key role in forecasting and budgeting to meet objectives
- Managed all aspects of production, inventory control, shipping and receiving, and material storage
- Supervised employees and offered coaching and professional development to build a more productive workforce.
- Conducted regular inventory audits to maintain accurate stock levels and minimize excess or obsolete inventory.
- Monitored safety stock levels and established production policies to balance inventory availability with minimal investment.
Demand Planner
ABM North America
01.2014 - 01.2018
- Promoted to above role
- Worked closely with Supply, Marketing, and Sales to develop Consensus Forecasts for new and existing products
- Facilitated meetings with production and customer service teams to ensure that all requirements and objectives were being achieved
- Collaborated with Account Managers to keep up to date on status of orders and assisting in alleviating customer/order issues.
Demand Planner (PROMOTED FROM CUSTOMER SERVICE)
Conair Consumer Products ULC.
01.1997 - 01.2014
- Forecasted monthly sales while communicating with overseas and local vendors to maintain secure stock availability
- Effectively coordinated on any out of stock issues with Account Managers/Directors and follow up with the traffic department on all ETA’s
- Provided detailed reports for Planning Director on a regular basis regarding fill rates, stock issues, and inactive items.
Education
Logistics Management Diploma -
Humber College, North Campus
12.2011
Skills
- Experience in various ERP systems
- Supply Chain Management
- Demand forecasting
- Cost Analysis
- Operations Management
- Inventory Control
- Agile Project Management
- Process Improvements
- Forecasting/Budgeting
- Vendor Relations
- Lean Manufacturing
- 3PL Management
- Team Leadership
- Troubleshooting
- Multi-Tasking
- Attention to Detail
- Critical/Analytical Thinking
- Communication Skills
- Mathematics/Statistics
- Microsoft Office
Websites
Key Areas Of Expertise
- Scope of Influence / Leadership
- Lead meetings covering current customer issues, troubleshooting, and advising on corrective actions to mitigate concerns.
- Proven ability to effectively partner and influence across levels and functions while maintaining a strong customer focus.
- Coordinate between Customer Service and inside departments and vendors for rework requests, for Quality Control release, and warehouse receiving.
- Critical / Analytical Thinking
- Utilize innovative and critical thinking to promote continuous improvement with experience in spearheading cost-effective initiatives.
- Experienced in project management with the ability to implement new product implementation from inception to completion.
- Support and engage in discussions regarding opportunities to streamline and improve business and operational processes
Attributes Traits
- Enthusiastic
- Diligent Work Ethic
- Professional Demeanor
- Adaptable
- Calm & Composed
Signature Skills
- Utilize the analytical, marketing, and sales data within the organization to effectively estimate future product demands.
- Monitor and report on important changes in sales forecasts, budgets, and business strategies.
- Solid understanding of inventory management practices and procedures.
- Excellent analytical, statistical, and organizational skills.
- Detailed oriented and highly organized
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Punjabi
Professional Working
Hindi
Professional Working
Timeline
Demand Planning and Pricing Manager
PMA Canada
07.2022 - Current
Materials Manager
Keter Canada
01.2018 - 01.2021
Demand Planner
ABM North America
01.2014 - 01.2018
Demand Planner (PROMOTED FROM CUSTOMER SERVICE)
Conair Consumer Products ULC.
01.1997 - 01.2014
Logistics Management Diploma -
Humber College, North Campus
Similar Profiles
CONNIE HEFFNERCONNIE HEFFNER
Senior Insurance Processor at PMA CompaniesSenior Insurance Processor at PMA Companies
William BettWilliam Bett
Corporate SIU Manager at PMA CompaniesCorporate SIU Manager at PMA Companies
Oscar PeñaOscar Peña
General Manger at Norms Refrigeration DBA PMAGeneral Manger at Norms Refrigeration DBA PMA