Kristina Bandzoski
Pickering
Summary
Multilingual and politically engaged professional with private sector experience, committed to advancing conservative values through strategic communication, disciplined execution, and public service. Brings sharp analytical skills, adaptability, and a strong team ethic to support a results-driven Conservative team in high-stakes political environments.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Campaign Manager
Ron Chhinzer - Oakville East
02.2025 - 04.2025
- Directed overall campaign strategy and daily operations, managing cross-functional teams, coordinating with the candidate and stakeholders, and ensuring message consistency and focus.
- Oversaw fundraising, budgeting, and compliance, managing financial reporting and adhering to Elections Canada regulations.
- Led voter outreach and engagement efforts, including field operations, canvassing, events, and digital strategies to boost visibility and turnout.
- Collaborated with the candidate, party officials, consultants, and stakeholders to shape messaging.
Research Officer
Conservative Party Of Canada
01.2023 - 03.2025
- Analyzed public records, court documents, financial disclosures, and social media history of opposing candidates to identify inconsistencies, ethical concerns, or policy flip-flops relevant to campaign strategy.
- Produced detailed opposition research dossiers and rapid response materials to support media engagement, and strategic decision-making by senior campaign staff.
Communications & Engagement Advisor
House of Commons of Canada
09.2024 - 01.2025
- Developed and executed strategic communications and community engagement plans to amplify the MP’s priorities, managed media relations and social media presence, and coordinated outreach with constituents, stakeholders, and local organizations to strengthen visibility and public trust.
- Maintained a flexible and responsive work schedule to meet the evolving needs of the MP, ensuring timely presence during committee meetings and Question Period to generate real-time social media content and craft targeted communications, including letters to constituents and key community stakeholders.
Constituency Case Manager
House of Commons of Canada
03.2024 - 09.2024
- Developed and implemented comprehensive case management plans to address client needs and goals.
- Improved client satisfaction by efficiently addressing concerns or grievances in a timely manner.
- Monitored constituent progress and tracked client services to provide crisis interventions.
Bilingual Communications & Correspondence
CPC Leadership Race: Roman Baber
03.2022 - 09.2022
- Crafted and Translated Key Communications: Drafted and translated speeches and stakeholder correspondence, ensuring consistent messaging and alignment with organizational goals.
- Community Engagement: Outreach efforts, town halls, and events to enhance public engagement and strengthen relationships.
- Streamlined Email Operations: Oversaw inbox management, delegated tasks to relevant departments, and ensured efficient approval processes for timely responses.
Distribution Planner
Smucker’s Food of Canada Corp.
01.2020 - 01.2021
- Coordinated logistics and supply chain operations between transportation teams, the Brampton distribution center, and internal stakeholders to ensure smooth product flow and inventory availability.
- Aligned inventory levels with forecast demand and production capacity, maintaining optimal stock levels across all SKUs and supporting quality assurance standards.
- Oversaw inventory management improvements for the Brampton warehouse, including receiving, storage, rotation of supplies, and timely processing of monthly warehouse invoices.
Bilingual Customer Service Representative
Smucker’s Food of Canada Corp.
01.2018 - 01.2019
- Managed high volumes of client inquiries and resolved complaints by delivering timely, effective solutions and maintaining a high standard of service.
- Built lasting customer relationships through open, interactive communication, fostering trust and account retention.
- Selected to support the launch of Smucker’s Natural Brand in Canada, contributing to market integration and in-store rollout as a trusted CSR representative.
Bilingual Retailer Specialist
Canada Goose Inc
01.2015 - 01.2018
- Managed a $42M CAD order book for Quebec retail accounts (e.g., La Maison Simons, FGL Group, Altitude Sports), coordinating directly with buyers on bookings, allocations, UPC uploads, and EDI processing to ensure timely and accurate order fulfillment.
- Provided weekly reporting to the sales team on revenue targets, allocation totals, and shipment data, supporting strategic sales planning, inventory management, and retailer alignment.
- Oversaw logistics coordination with 3PL partners, created retailer-specific value-add materials, and contributed to best practice documentation to optimize retail operations and client satisfaction—including sole management of Nordstrom, the company’s top U.S. client (2016–2017).
Bilingual Credit & Collections Analyst
Johnson & Johnson Vision Care
01.2013 - 01.2015
- Managed credit risk and collections for major Canadian retailers (e.g., Loblaws, Costco) and over 1,000 U.S. accounts, analyzing payment trends, setting credit limits, and ensuring compliance with net terms and SOX standards.
- Handled financial reporting and account reconciliation on a daily, weekly, and monthly basis, preparing write-off documentation for delinquent accounts and coordinating with third-party collection agencies.
- Built effective cross-functional partnerships with Sales, Marketing, and Finance teams across Canada and the U.S. to resolve billing discrepancies, maintain customer relationships, and drive payment compliance.
Bilingual Customer Logistics Associate (Full time – Contract)
Johnson & Johnson Medical Companies
01.2010 - 01.2013
- Processed Return Goods Authorizations in line with internal procedures, coordinated with logistics teams on order tracking, and handled customer inquiries in both English and French, ensuring efficient and accurate communication.
- Collaborated with product and sales managers to address customer inquiries, review price adjustments, credit memos, and shipments to prevent and resolve discrepancies.
- Initiated process optimization efforts within the Customer Logistics Services Department, improving customer relations and standardizing communication methods while supporting the integration of Mentor and Micrus.
Education
Mass Media Journalism
Durham College
01.2022
Honors Bachelor of Arts Degree - French Language & Linguistics Specialist
University of Toronto, Faculty of Arts & Science
01.2010
High School Diploma - undefined
Pickering High School
01.2005
Skills
- Strategic Political Communications
- Media Monitoring & Rapid Response
- Stakeholder & Constituency Engagement
- Conservative Policy Alignment & Messaging Discipline
- Campaign support
- Best practices implementation
Timeline
Campaign Manager
Ron Chhinzer - Oakville East
02.2025 - 04.2025
Communications & Engagement Advisor
House of Commons of Canada
09.2024 - 01.2025
Constituency Case Manager
House of Commons of Canada
03.2024 - 09.2024
Research Officer
Conservative Party Of Canada
01.2023 - 03.2025
Bilingual Communications & Correspondence
CPC Leadership Race: Roman Baber
03.2022 - 09.2022
Distribution Planner
Smucker’s Food of Canada Corp.
01.2020 - 01.2021
Bilingual Customer Service Representative
Smucker’s Food of Canada Corp.
01.2018 - 01.2019
Bilingual Retailer Specialist
Canada Goose Inc
01.2015 - 01.2018
Bilingual Credit & Collections Analyst
Johnson & Johnson Vision Care
01.2013 - 01.2015
Bilingual Customer Logistics Associate (Full time – Contract)
Johnson & Johnson Medical Companies
01.2010 - 01.2013
High School Diploma - undefined
Pickering High School
Mass Media Journalism
Durham College
Honors Bachelor of Arts Degree - French Language & Linguistics Specialist
University of Toronto, Faculty of Arts & Science
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