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Mendel Waldner

Bow Island

Summary

Dynamic professional with a proven track record at PepsiCo Foods Canada, excelling in procurement and strategic sourcing. Recognized for strong organizational skills and the ability to build lasting relationships with suppliers, resulting in reduced costs and improved delivery schedules. Skilled in driving and forklift operation. Adept at problem-solving and delivering exceptional service in fast-paced environments.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Contractor Truck Driver

Superior Water
10.2023 - 11.2024
  • Delivered outstanding service to customers to maintain and extend relationships for future business opportunities.
  • Established long-term relationships with clients, resulting in increased repeat business.
  • Delivered water to customers in a friendly, timely and efficient manner.

Owner / Operator

Bow Island Liquor Store
07.2017 - 11.2020
  • Managed day-to-day business operations.
  • Provided exceptional customer service, addressing issues promptly to ensure customer satisfaction and repeat business.
  • Increased customer satisfaction by providing high-quality services and timely communication.
  • Managed daily operations for optimal efficiency, streamlining processes to reduce costs.

General Labourer / WaterCoordinator

Saint Mary's River Irrigation District
05.2018 - 10.2020
  • Maintained clean and organized worksites, minimizing hazards and promoting a safe working environment.
  • Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
  • Demonstrated strong work ethic, completing physically demanding tasks under varying conditions.
  • Performed general housekeeping and cleaning tasks.
  • Performed a variety of testing during various weather conditions

Procurement Manager

PepsiCo Foods / Spitz
11.2000 - 12.2016
  • Evaluated supplier quotes based on purchasing procedures and competitiveness in quality, price and delivery.
  • Negotiated contracts with suppliers to obtain favorable terms and pricing.
  • Reduced procurement costs by implementing strategic sourcing initiatives and negotiating favorable contracts with suppliers.
  • Developed strong relationships with key suppliers, resulting in improved communication, better pricing, and reliable delivery schedules.

Education

Ponderosa Colony
Grassy Lake, AB

Skills

  • Proficient in cleaning plant management
  • Procurement specialist
  • Skilled in transitioning between leadership and support positions
  • Strong attention to detail
  • Service excellence
  • Strong organizational skills
  • Build and sustain positive relationships with colleagues and stakeholders
  • Work well independently and as an integral part of a team
  • Proficient in corporate and field-level training
  • Strong interpersonal communication, organizational and analytical skills
  • Ability to assess, evaluate and propose effective appropriate solutions and actions
  • Ability to adapt to change quickly and excel is stressful, demanding or time restricted situations
  • Strong problem-solving skills

Languages

English
Full Professional
German
Native or Bilingual

Certification

First Aid

Respectful Workplace

Diversity and Inclusion

Fire Extinguisher

WHMIS

Ground Disturbance 11

Bobcat Operations

Chainsaw Operations

Fall Protection Awareness

TDG

Forklift Operations

Confined Space Rescue

Timeline

Contractor Truck Driver

Superior Water
10.2023 - 11.2024

General Labourer / WaterCoordinator

Saint Mary's River Irrigation District
05.2018 - 10.2020

Owner / Operator

Bow Island Liquor Store
07.2017 - 11.2020

Procurement Manager

PepsiCo Foods / Spitz
11.2000 - 12.2016

Ponderosa Colony

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