Cooking, barbecuing, skiing, bike riding, watching football, listening to music, reading and spending time with my Family
Romano Giancaterino
Burlington,ON
Summary
An experienced commodity buyer with extensive experience in the field. Working in supply chain for many years. Often juggling multiple tasks and working under pressure, all while maintaining focus on the big picture. Equally effective both as part of a team and working independently. A seasoned professional, committed to continuous improvement and growth, both personally and professionally. Diligent and motivated to constantly improve processes and maximize efficiencies.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Commodity Buyer
Limson Trading
02.2018 - Current
- Evaluated proposals from multiple vendors to determine most favorable option.
- Collaborated with sales and Merchandising teams to identify and fulfill customer needs.
- Established relationships with vendors to secure competitive pricing and discounts.
- Maintain contact with key internal and external stakeholders to proactively identify and address potential supply issues.
- Managed a diverse portfolio of commodities.
Supply Chain Analyst
Gordon Food Service
11.1999 - 02.2018
- Worked with Category Leads in participating in vendor negotiations and the selection of product lines.
- Advising on forward buys, managing dead stock, slow movers, new listings.
- Worked with Inventory Control managing vendor returns, pallet configurations, fresh rotation etc.
- Worked with Street and Multi- unit sales to update forecasts and account for promotions.
- Tasked with finding solutions to daily issues such as vendor shortages, late deliveries, product quality issues, product demand spikes etc.
- Continually improved fill rate year after year while maintaining appropriate turns.
- Pace Setter Award 2009
Inventory Control Analyst
Gordon Food Service
11.1995 - 10.1999
- Strategically setup item restrictions and slotted all items as new warehouse began receiving stock. Relocated items as needed for greater efficiencies
- Implemented successful cycle counting program, improving overall inventory accuracy, reducing stock outs and reducing need for time-consuming full physical counts.
- Training new team members in inventory control procedures. This helps ensure that consistent best practices are being followed across an organization.
- Worked with salvagers and charities to sell or donate damaged cases.
- Pace Setter and Gold Club Winner 1997
Quality Assurance Inspector
Gordon Food Service
02.1995 - 10.1995
- Developed and maintained procedures to document and track quality points for incoming product.
- Quality points included a series of random checks for trailer temperatures, fresh and frozen product
temperatures, production/best before dates, package and label integrity. - Managed customer returns determining responsibility and disposition of all product.
Education
Telecommunications Management Certificate
Sheridan College
Oakville ON05.1991
Business Administration - Marketing
Sheridan College
Oakville, ON05.1990
Skills
- Supplier relationship management
- Teamwork orientation
- Cost analysis
- Inventory management
- Operations Experience
- Warehouse Management System
- Problem-solving
- Self motivation
Interests
Timeline
Commodity Buyer
Limson Trading
02.2018 - Current
Supply Chain Analyst
Gordon Food Service
11.1999 - 02.2018
Inventory Control Analyst
Gordon Food Service
11.1995 - 10.1999
Quality Assurance Inspector
Gordon Food Service
02.1995 - 10.1995
Telecommunications Management Certificate
Sheridan College
Business Administration - Marketing
Sheridan College
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