Ryan Yarenko
Toronto,On
Summary
Professional logistics leader equipped for demands of managing distribution operations. Proven ability to optimize supply chain processes, ensure timely deliveries, and maintain high standards of inventory control. Strong emphasis on team collaboration and achieving results, adaptable to dynamic environments. Skilled in warehouse management, transportation coordination, and process improvement, with focus on operational efficiency and customer satisfaction.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Distribution Manager
TWI Foods
10.2023 - Current
- Coordinated closely with customer service representatives to address any shipping or delivery issues promptly, improving overall customer satisfaction rates.
- Managed warehouse operations, ensuring proper storage and handling of products to maintain quality.
- Established clear communication channels with sales teams to improve coordination between departments, resulting in smoother workflows throughout the organization.
- Maintained accurate records of all incoming and outgoing shipments, ensuring proper documentation for regulatory compliance purposes.
- Optimized distribution processes by implementing efficient inventory management systems.
- Negotiated contracts with carriers, resulting in cost savings and improved service levels for the company.
- Assisted in budget preparation, ensuring effective allocation of resources for optimal distribution performance.
- Built and maintained relationships with key suppliers and customers to support seamless operations.
National Operations Manager
Citilogistics
04.2019 - 10.2023
- Oversaw team of 100 across 4 facilities within Canada
- Review country performance against targets, objectives and KPI's and enhance performance
- Partner with direct reports to create business strategies to maximize profits
- Oversee/manage warehouse operational budgets to maximize profitability
- Responsible for managing 3rd party logistics relationships
- Held 3PL and delivery partnerships with large retail clients- Restoration Hardware, Fashion Nova, Mango, Oodie, Pretty little things, Chain reaction, RRD
- Liaison with retail clients for cost effective solutions
- Monthly inventory cycle counts for retail clients
- Data analysis of clients monthly, quarterly, and yearly shipments to have successful compliance
- Returns management and shipping for North American retailors internationally
- Ensuring staffing/payroll/inventory are in line with company expectation
- Uphold high regards of client care and customer service
- Negotiated rates for cross border, international, and domestic shipments
- Update and oversee client's inventory and outgoing shipments through WMS systems
- Implementation of Air cargo freight services with multiple airlines
Logistics Manager
Citilogistics
01.2011 - 04.2019
- Configuration of routes for delivery personnel
- Coordinate transportation of client products to our facilities across Canada
- Monitor delivery personnel to ensure efficient and professional deliveries daily
- Ensuring staffing/payroll/inventory are in line with company expectation
- Consistent improvement of productivity for warehouse and delivery staff
- Daily interaction with carriers, operators, and transportation teams
Warehouse Supervisor
XPAK
01.2004 - 01.2011
- Daily operations of products outgoing and incoming at our facility
- Manage and maintain all 3PL shipping software's
- UPS, Canpar, Canada Post, DHL, FedEx
- Forklift operation and maintenance schedule
- Updating Toronto delivery manifests to ensure quality of deliveries
Education
Bachelor Of Business - Marketing
Humber College
Toronto, None06.2018
Skills
- Operational excellence
- Warehouse management
- Logistics management
- Key performance indicators
- Employee engagement
- Strategic planning
Timeline
Distribution Manager
TWI Foods
10.2023 - Current
National Operations Manager
Citilogistics
04.2019 - 10.2023
Logistics Manager
Citilogistics
01.2011 - 04.2019
Warehouse Supervisor
XPAK
01.2004 - 01.2011
Bachelor Of Business - Marketing
Humber College