Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Hobbies and Interests
Accomplishments
Timeline
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Lynda Powell ,Reis

Lynda Powell ,Reis

Brampton,Canada

Summary

Experienced operations manager and talented leader with 27 years of experience leveraging exceptional planning and problem-solving abilities to enhance business plans and day-to-day activities. Results-driven and resilient professional adept at developing teams, improving processes, and increasing productivity. Possessing a solid understanding of industry trends, excelling in communication skills and identifying areas in need of improvement. Implements changes with a strategic approach, ensuring optimal outcomes for the organization.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience

Work History

Operations Manager, Star Complex Canada

Walmart Canada logistics
Mississauga , Ontario
02.2004 - 07.2021
  • Managed comprehensive IT asset operations across 400+ stores and 15 Distribution Centres
  • Implemented innovative sustainability measures for end-of-life assets
  • Boosted IT asset utilization, reducing waste by optimizing resource allocation
  • Streamlined operations by leveraging data analysis for efficiency enhancement
  • Cultivated a team-oriented environment that accelerated professional growth
  • Empowered employees to take ownership of their responsibilities, leading to increased accountability and improved performance outcomes.
  • Managed inventory and supply chain operations to achieve timely and accurate delivery of goods and services.
  • Analyzed and reported on key performance metrics to senior management.
  • Oversaw facility maintenance, ensuring optimal functionality of equipment and infrastructure at all times.
  • Facilitated smooth collaboration between departments through clear communication channels.
  • Managed budgets effectively, consistently delivering projects on-time and within financial constraints.
  • Achieved higher employee retention rates by fostering a positive work environment and providing opportunities for professional growth.
  • Identified and resolved unauthorized, unsafe, or ineffective practices.
  • Developed strong relationships with vendors, resulting in better pricing and improved service quality.
  • Spearheaded process improvements, resulting in increased productivity and reduced operational costs.
  • Increased profit by streamlining operations.
  • Implemented quality control systems to boost overall product consistency and reliability.
  • Reduced turnaround time for project completion through effective resource allocation and team management.
  • Negotiated contracts with vendors and suppliers to obtain best pricing and terms.
  • Reduced budgetary expenditures by effectively negotiating contracts for more advantageous terms.

Senior Transportation Leader

Supply Chain Management Inc, An Exel Member
06.1995 - 05.2002
  • Led cross-functional teams to achieve company-wide goals, fostering a culture of collaboration and innovation.
  • Overcame challenging deadlines and resource limitations by reallocating personnel and focusing on priority tasks.
  • Increased team productivity by streamlining communication and implementing effective project management strategies.
  • Mentored junior staff members, helping them develop leadership skills and advance their careers within the organization.
  • Maintained team flexibility and embraced change to adapt within dynamic markets.
  • Led team by answering complex customer questions and mentoring personnel one-on-one.
  • Managed budgets and resources, ensuring optimal allocation towards achieving organizational objectives.
  • Conducted regular reviews of operations and identified areas for improvement.

Education

Tibben And Britten Group
Toronto, ON

Operational Planning -

Walmart institution
06.2024

Business Management -

Harvard institute
06.2019

Accounting and Computers -

Toronto School of Business
03.1998

Skills

  • Project Management

  • Supply Chain Management

  • Risk Assessment

  • Problem Solving

  • Strategic Planning

  • Quality Assurance

  • Communication Skills

  • Time management

  • Conflict resolution

  • Team management

  • Finance

  • Organization

    • Operations Management

    Operations Monitoring

    Logistics Management

    Budgeting and forecasting

    Performance Evaluations

    Building and Facility Management

    Negotiation

Hobbies and Interests

  • Love animals, I rescued cats for 17 years on my street, educated people on TNR (Trap Neuter and Release)
  • Being outdoors with nature, gardening
  • Mentoring people

Accomplishments

  • Saved the company $10,000 per month by aggressively negotiating with carriers , trailer lease demurrage and damages of trailers .
  • Saved the company approximately $2 million by reviewing and tracking the pallet program , I created a task force , and we went back 4 years on all pallets being delivered and shipped to the walmart warehouse .
  • Worked with the project team on implementing a new yard system called Yard Smart in the following Distribution centres , Brampton, Stoney Creek and Calgary.

Timeline

Operations Manager, Star Complex Canada

Walmart Canada logistics
02.2004 - 07.2021

Senior Transportation Leader

Supply Chain Management Inc, An Exel Member
06.1995 - 05.2002

Operational Planning -

Walmart institution

Business Management -

Harvard institute

Accounting and Computers -

Toronto School of Business

Tibben And Britten Group

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