Michael Beach
Sooke,BC
Summary
For the last 10 years, my experience in the supply chain management field has been focused on inventory management, warehousing , purchasing and procurement. In the majority of my previous employment I have had the opportunity to be immersed in different styles of inventory management, different warehouse layouts and sizes, and different inventory and purchasing software.
In the years leading up to 2024, I have lead team of individuals in the manufacturing field and in construction. Spearheaded warehouse reorganization projects to make our capacity grow and to optimize efficiencies for order picking and receiving, and for out bound logistics.
In the manufacturing field I started from the bottom as a shipper and receiver.
I then acquired my Certification in production and inventory management from APICS an worked up the ladder to become a purchaser and inventory controller, where I was in charge of purchasing the warehouse materials and consumables. I was given the responsibility of the receiving department supervisory duties due to my past experience and proven reliability.
As a vertical move I went on to be a shipping and receiving supervisor, which then lead me to an amazing opportunity with the District of Saanich. The past 5 years have been a great experience and I have gain professional and personal growth which has given me the confidence to move on to bigger and better opportunities.
I love to teach and instill knowledge, I love a new challenge and will always strive for improvement, both in my personal and work life.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Storekeeper
District of Saanich
09.2019 - Current
- Review capital project estimates to ensure all products are available in the correct quantity/ quality required by stakeholders
- Assist in orientation and supervising both new and returning Stores employees to ensure best productivity and retention
- Purchase specialty products by request of management and supervisors as required for projects
- In charge of specialty project/ improvements as stores requires
- Responsible for warehouse organization and efficiencies, ensuring stock levels and Inventory are controlled and easy to recognize to ensure inbound and out bound logistics are seamless
- Receives, inspects quality, restocks and issues a variety of materials, tools and supplies, while keeping accurate records of all transactions
- Assists in the security and organization of all store’s areas including buildings and outside storage
- Reviews purchasing documents to ensure accuracy against all receiving documentation
- Help contractors and Saanich employees with use of Forklift and backhoe as needed
- Proficient usage and knowledge of JD Edwards “Oracle” ERP software
- Picking and shipping stock orders for Facilities operations, and the Saanich Fire department
- Orders stock items to maintain stock levels according to appointed Min-Max levels, customer demand, and requests
- Handle questions and concerns from customer and members of the public
- Ensure the best customer service possible
- Preform daily cycle counts to ensure inventory accuracy.
Acting Buyer
District Of Saanich
Victoria, BC
12.2021 - 05.2022
- Built long-term supplier relationships with vendors to establish quality and competitive pricing.
- Collaborated with internal departments to better understand needs and determine purchasing requirements.
- Reduced procurement costs through strategic sourcing, competitive bidding, and effective negotiations.
- Developed strong relationships with suppliers to secure favorable pricing terms and conditions for the company''s benefit.
- Design and update request for proposals, quotation, and information
- Provide contract extension where applicable
- Assist procurement specialist with assorted tasks as nessesary
Compost Attendant (part time)
District of Saanich
04.2019 - 09.2019
- Coordinate the pickup and drop off compost bins
- Ensure the safety of the public while using compost services
- Using backhoe to tamp bins safely and effectively
- Providing traffic control when needed, to ensure a safe and secure environment for the public and employees of the district of Saanich
- Keeping the compost site as tidy and organized as possible for the next shift to run smoothly
- Ensuring pickup of bins are documented.
Parts Lead/ Shipping Receiving Supervisor
Nicholson Manufacturing/Madill Equipment
06.2018 - 11.2018
- Responsible for the supervision of the shipping receiving department
- Shipping and receiving consisted of 2 shifts, 6 employees on day shift/ 8 employees on night shift
- Assisted as a part sales and customer service representation
- Ensured that tasks given to staff were completed effectively and efficiently
- Responsible for all parts shortage investigations and solutions
- Focused on continuous improvement and safe work procedures
- Competent utilization of Epicor “Vantage” ERP software
- Utilization of Microsoft Office suite.
Purchaser and Inventory Controller
Specific Mechanical Systems
01.2017 - 06.2018
- Source and procure a variety of items and equipment from multiple suppliers
- Supervise 1 receiver and assisted is supervising 2 shippers
- Supervise receiving processes, including, data entries into “Excel” and “Smart Sheet”, quality control on incoming shipments and proper cross referencing of packing slips and purchase orders
- Delegate daily tasks and duties regarding yard maintenance and clean up, incoming international shipments, organizing material shipping for water cutting and glycol jacket orders, organizing pick-up of scrap and disposal bins, continuous improvement projects when necessary
- Trained basic inventory management skills and practices to shipping and receiving staff to ensure best practices were followed
- Assist in supervising shipping and logistical matters and staffing when required
- Prepare internal systems and processes for transition to ERP based management
- Respond to challenging environment for time management and multitasking
- Track and organize multiples of different items and equipment to keep a precise and organized inventory program and stores location database.
Shipper / Receiver
Specific Mechanical Systems
07.2015 - 01.2017
- Loaded brew-house and distillery equipment onto flatbed trucks, enclosed trailers and shipping containers
- Unloaded materials from flatbed trucks, enclosed trailers and shipping containers
- Operated multiple types and styles of lift truck, overhead cranes and scissor lifts
- Arranged and fill out paperwork for domestic and international shipments, including NAFTA, customs and other related documentation
- Palletized, crated and packaged brew-house and distillation equipment for shipment
- Worked with of bills of materials, sales orders, purchase orders, verbal requests, email and phone orders
- Completed incoming Quality Control on various raw materials, tanks, electrical parts and other goods
- Completed returns for customers, ensuring appropriate paperwork is completed
- Assisted in the final finishing and detailed cleanup of equipment prior to shipment
- Assisted with general shop maintenance, repair and cleanliness.
Education
Diploma In Operations Management - Operations And Supply Chain Management
Alison
Online Platform RedSeal Parts Technician -
Skilled trades BC
Warehouse Management: Inventory, Stock and Supply Chains -
ALISON
03.2024
Understanding Supply Chain Risk Management -
ALISON
12.2023
Effective practices for sourcing, purchasing and procurement -
ALISON
10.2023
Supply chain management and capacity planning -
ALISON
08.2023
OFA Level 2 / Level B CPR / AED -
St. John Ambulance
Victoria, BC03.2021
Forklift: full certification -
Road masters
Saanich, BC10.2019
Backhoe: front and back end certification -
Road masters
Saanich, BC10.2019
Certification in Production and Inventory Management - Supplychain Management
APICS
Victoria, BC12.2017
High School Diploma, with Honours -
St Mary’s Catholic High school
Brockville, ON07.2007
Skills
- Problem-Solving
- Inventory Management
- Warehouse Operations
- Store Opening and Closing
- Multitasking and Organization
- Data Entry
- Document Management
- Team Development
- Workplace Safety
- Truck loading
- Supply Ordering
- Inventory Coordination
- Purchasing and procurement
- Documentation And Reporting
- Inventory tracking and storage
- Customer Service
- Team Building and Leadership
- Policies and Procedures
- Work Planning and Prioritization
- Staff Supervision
- Shipment Processing
- Forklift Operation
- Backhoe operations
- Safety Precautions
- Competitor Monitoring
- Employee Training
- Records Maintenance
- Recruiting and Hiring
- Order Management
- Inventory Control
- Team motivation
- Store operations
- Strategic thinker
- Team Leadership
- Vendor Management
- Inventory Oversight
- Team leadership and coaching
- Operations Management
- Operations
- Risk Management
- Opening and closing procedures
Introduction
I excel at working in fast paced, ever changing environments, I am adaptable and have a diverse set of skills. My current work experience stems primarily from the custom manufacturing industry in supply chain management, where no two projects have the same scope or specification and expectations from both internal and external sources run high.
Languages
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Acting Buyer
District Of Saanich
12.2021 - 05.2022
Storekeeper
District of Saanich
09.2019 - Current
Compost Attendant (part time)
District of Saanich
04.2019 - 09.2019
Parts Lead/ Shipping Receiving Supervisor
Nicholson Manufacturing/Madill Equipment
06.2018 - 11.2018
Purchaser and Inventory Controller
Specific Mechanical Systems
01.2017 - 06.2018
Shipper / Receiver
Specific Mechanical Systems
07.2015 - 01.2017
Diploma In Operations Management - Operations And Supply Chain Management
Alison
RedSeal Parts Technician -
Skilled trades BC
Warehouse Management: Inventory, Stock and Supply Chains -
ALISON
Understanding Supply Chain Risk Management -
ALISON
Effective practices for sourcing, purchasing and procurement -
ALISON
Supply chain management and capacity planning -
ALISON
OFA Level 2 / Level B CPR / AED -
St. John Ambulance
Forklift: full certification -
Road masters
Backhoe: front and back end certification -
Road masters
Certification in Production and Inventory Management - Supplychain Management
APICS
High School Diploma, with Honours -
St Mary’s Catholic High school