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Joe Tomaro

Oakville

Summary

Enthusiastic Sales Manager with 25 years of dedicated sales experience. Well-versed in sales forecasting and providing individual sales services for companies. Expert in the food and beverage industry with 35 years of experience.

Overview

35
35
years of professional experience

Work History

Operations Manager

Carlo's Bakery
08.2019 - Current
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by establishing clear communication channels and addressing concerns promptly.
  • Optimized supply chain operations through strategic vendor partnerships and efficient logistics planning.
  • Managed purchasing, sales, marketing and customer account operations efficiently.

Sales

Aqua Blue Seafood
03.2000 - 09.2018
  • Designed weekly sales promotions to attract new and repeat customers and increase sales.
  • Analyzed sales performance to identify areas of weakness, making recommendations to improve sales.
  • Utilized consultative sales and closing techniques to meet sales objectives.

Produce Buyer

Washington Produce Brokers
02.2013 - 04.2018
  • Achieved greater cost efficiency by negotiating contracts with new suppliers and maintaining relationships with existing ones.
  • Enhanced inventory control through regular assessments, monitoring stock levels, and implementing efficient ordering processes.
  • Reduced waste by optimizing product rotation procedures and implementing proper storage methods.

Sales Manager

Florida Produce
05.1998 - 11.2013
  • Increased sales revenue by developing and implementing effective sales strategies.
  • Built long-lasting client relationships through excellent customer service and consistent followups.
  • Led a successful sales team by providing motivational coaching and performance-based incentives.

Director of Purchasing

International Plaza Hotel & Conference Centre
07.1994 - 09.1998
  • Ensured adherence to company policies, procedures, and ethical standards in all procurement activities.
  • Developed strategic sourcing plans to identify potential suppliers and achieve best value for the organization.
  • Implemented inventory control measures, reducing stock levels and optimizing warehouse space utilization.

Director of Purchasing

Carlton Place Hotel Best Western
10.1988 - 03.1993
  • Streamlined procurement processes for increased efficiency and reduced purchasing lead times.
  • Managed annual budgets for purchasing activities, ensuring compliance with financial guidelines and targets.
  • Sourced vendors, built relationships, and negotiated prices.

Education

Diploma - Business Management

Sheridan College
Oakville, ON
04.1992

Business Diploma - Hotel Restaurant Management

Toronto School of Business
Mississauga, ON
04.1989

Skills

  • Customer Service
  • Performance Monitoring
  • Customer Retention
  • Sales Background
  • Business Development
  • Logistics Oversight

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
Italian
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Operations Manager

Carlo's Bakery
08.2019 - Current

Produce Buyer

Washington Produce Brokers
02.2013 - 04.2018

Sales

Aqua Blue Seafood
03.2000 - 09.2018

Sales Manager

Florida Produce
05.1998 - 11.2013

Director of Purchasing

International Plaza Hotel & Conference Centre
07.1994 - 09.1998

Director of Purchasing

Carlton Place Hotel Best Western
10.1988 - 03.1993

Diploma - Business Management

Sheridan College

Business Diploma - Hotel Restaurant Management

Toronto School of Business
Joe Tomaro