Rick Mechelse
Fonthill,Ontario
Summary
Dedicated purchasing professional specializing in logistics coordination, vendor relations and inventory management. Organized and proactive with remarkable project management, communication and planning abilities. Exceptional leader skilled at reducing costs and increasing department efficiency. 25+ years in the book industry with extensive knowledge of the publishing trade.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of Purchasing and Inventory
Book Depot
04.2021 - Current
- Sourced vendors, built relationships, and negotiated prices.
- Purchased new products and oversaw inventory stocking and availability.
- Coordinated paperwork, updated spreadsheets, and maintained permanent records.
- Conducted regular research to identify trends and cost saving opportunities.
Online Sales Manager
Book Depot
05.2019 - 04.2021
- Managed online metrics and made recommendations for continued improvement and optimization.
- Monitored online marketplaces for accuracy, product offerings and pricing and influenced data sources to identify gaps and opportunities.
- Generated monthly sales reports and shared insights and recommendations to drive sales.
- Analyzed online sales data and developed action plans to improve margin, revenue and processes.
Senior Sales Associate
Book Depot
07.1998 - 05.2019
- Trained, coached, and mentored new sales associates for maximum performance.
- Met or exceeded sales objectives on consistent basis to drive company growth.
- Developed sales plans to increase market share, customer base and revenue.
- Provided exceptional customer service to foster client loyalty and satisfaction.
Sales Manager
Sinclair Business Forms
01.1991 - 07.1998
- Handled customer relations issues, enabling quick resolution, and client satisfaction.
- Resolved customer issues quickly to close deals and boost client satisfaction.
- Conducted team meetings to reinforce goals and objectives and set clear expectations about policies and procedures.
- Coached and counseled sales personnel, assisting with individual selling efforts and helping sales representatives reach targets.
Education
Graphic And Digital Design
Mohawk College of Applied Arts And Technology
Hamilton, ON12.1990
Skills
- Data Analysis
- Decision Making
- Demand Forecasting
- Regulatory Compliance
- Supply Chain Optimization
- Budget Planning
- Coaching and Mentoring
Timeline
Director of Purchasing and Inventory
Book Depot
04.2021 - Current
Online Sales Manager
Book Depot
05.2019 - 04.2021
Senior Sales Associate
Book Depot
07.1998 - 05.2019
Sales Manager
Sinclair Business Forms
01.1991 - 07.1998
Graphic And Digital Design
Mohawk College of Applied Arts And Technology
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