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Overview
Work History
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Additional Information
Certification
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Rolf Joss

Havelock,Ontario

Summary

Dynamic marketing and sales professional with proven expertise at Nature's Bounty Candy, enhancing profitability through innovative strategies and effective collaboration. Skilled in product and service sales, I excel in organization and time management, consistently achieving territory targets while fostering strong team relationships. Committed to driving revenue growth and client satisfaction.

Overview

2026
2026
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Marketing and Sales

Nature's Bounty Candy
2019 - Current
  • Used marketing and sales strategies to promote business and increase revenue.

Marketing and Sales

Cottage Country Candy
2008 - 2019
  • Collaborated with other departments, such as marketing and sales, to promote the advantages of edge computing within our company''s portfolio.
  • Collaborated with marketing and sales managers on go-to-market strategy.
  • Enhanced profitability by developing pipelines utilizing marketing and sales strategies.
  • Collaborated with marketing and sales teams to create cohesive in-store and window displays that aligned with promotional campaigns.
  • Executed marketing and sales plans to consistently achieve territory targets.
  • Assisted in developing product launch plans through coordination with marketing and sales departments that resulted in successful launches.

Retail Store Owner

Havelock Home Movies
1987 - 2013
  • Developed and implemented inventory management processes to optimize stock levels and reduce waste.
  • Trained and mentored staff on customer service best practices to enhance client satisfaction.
  • Analyzed sales data to identify trends, adjusting marketing strategies to increase revenue.
  • Established vendor relationships to negotiate favorable terms and ensure timely product availability.
  • Prepared bank deposits and handled business sales, returns, and transaction reports.
  • Boosted sales revenue with targeted promotions that capitalized on seasonal trends and consumer preferences.

Volunteer Firefighter

Havelock Belmont Methuen
1987 - 2009
  • Led emergency response operations during fires, ensuring safety of crew and civilians.
  • Conducted fire prevention inspections, identifying hazards and recommending corrective actions.
  • Trained new firefighters on equipment use, safety protocols, and emergency procedures.
  • Coordinated with local agencies for disaster preparedness drills and community outreach programs.
  • Oversaw maintenance of firefighting equipment, ensuring compliance with safety standards and operational readiness.
  • Performed life-saving procedures during medical emergencies, administering CPR and first aid as needed.
  • Responded to emergency medical calls to perform lifesaving procedures and other emergency medical services.
  • Collaborated with fellow firefighters to execute efficient firefighting strategies, mitigating property damage and loss of life.
  • Drove and operated structural pumpers, tankers, ladders, and service vehicles to aid in rescue operations.
  • Operated fire hoses, hydrants and extinguishers to eliminate fire and prevent from spreading.
  • Demonstrated strong leadership skills while serving as a mentor to new firefighters, fostering a culture of teamwork and professionalism within the department.
  • Maintained optimal readiness for emergency situations by regularly participating in drills and training exercises.
  • Trained new firefighters to comply with safety protocols and equipment usage.
  • Participated in post-incident analyses to identify areas for improvement in departmental policies and procedures.
  • Assisted in the containment of hazardous materials spills, ensuring public safety and environmental protection.

Sales and Service

Joss Enterprises
1980 - 2008
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
  • Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
  • Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.

Cook

AJs Pizza
1993 - 1997
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
  • Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
  • Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.

Electronics Technician

Trent Stereo
1977 - 1985

Serviced and repaired tvs and stereos and small electronics.

Skills

  • Marketing and sales support
  • Marketing and sales expertise
  • Marketing and sales experience
  • Marketing and sales strategies
  • Certified in first aid and CPR
  • Pre-trip and Post-trip inspections
  • Product and service sales
  • Merchandise sales
  • Organization and time management

Languages

English
Professional Working

Additional Information

Volunteer firefighter 1987 to 2008.


Member of Havelock Rotary Club 1989 to 1995 when club closed.


Member of Havelock Lions 2015 to present.


Founder if Feed The Need Havelock 2019 to present.


Prepared and delivered over 2000 meals to folks in need during the pandemic.


Volunteer at Norwood Fair Parade 2015 to present.


Volunteered at Reddens Cable TV/ Kinsman TV bingo weekly broadcast. 1977 to 1983


Created a fundraiser for the residents displaced from the fire in Havelock. June 2024.


Prepared and served meals at Alpha in both Norwood and Havelock.


Created a Fort McMurray fundraiser after the wildfires. Raising over $2000.


Volunteered at our free Christmas Day Dinner 2014 to present.


Volunteer at Havelock Police Committee helping at fundraisers and cram the cruiser food drives. 2025.


Volunteer at Campbellford Fair annual chicken BBQ. 1980 to 1985.


Volunteered at many Lions events for our Havelock club as well as clubs in Norwood, Port Hope, Marmora, Madoc, Campbellford, and Stirling.


Created and funded , a free barbecue for homeless people in peterborough with Street Level Advocacy.


Participated in a multiple fundraisers for our local seniors center. 2022 to present.


Volunteer cook for the Legion ladies auxiliary. Help at multiple events.


Helped Havelock scouts multiple events. Including the annual Harvest Dinner over seeing food preparation as well as MC.


Created a fundraiser for HBM school playground equipment. 2005.


Cooked and served at Hbm school monthly pancake breakfast. 1990 to 2014




Certification

Certificates


Food handling

First aid and CPR

Maytag certified service technician

Timeline

Marketing and Sales

Nature's Bounty Candy
2019 - Current

Marketing and Sales

Cottage Country Candy
2008 - 2019

Retail Store Owner

Havelock Home Movies
1987 - 2013

Volunteer Firefighter

Havelock Belmont Methuen
1987 - 2009

Sales and Service

Joss Enterprises
1980 - 2008

Cook

AJs Pizza
1993 - 1997

Electronics Technician

Trent Stereo
1977 - 1985
Rolf Joss