my main goal is to make you successful... I have been in retail for over 35 years. My last stint was 26 years with London Drugs Limited. My last 16 years with London Drugs I was Merchandise Manager / Buyer. I oversaw the following categories; Vitamins, Diet and Nutrition, Baby, Paper and Fem Hy, Books and Magazines, Grocery, Stationery, Toys, Pet and Small Appliances. Many at the same time. I have
16 years of experience negotiating with vendors of branded consumer packaged goods and private label vendors. I have traveled throughout North America looking for products and ideas as well as traveled Asia and Europe. I have developed an extensive network of professionals in CPG (Consumer Packaged Goods) worldwide and have been involved in product development from the procurement of raw materials to final packaging. I have extensive experience in the managing of; inventory and inventory turns, marketing funds, marketing programs, pricing strategies, advertising, sales and margin targets for numerous and varied categories and being a coach to up and coming individuals within corporate. I have written a personal industry blog for over 6 years now and have had articles published in trade magazines. I manage a small business in Vancouver and manage the social media platforms for that business as well as others. I am looking for projects where I can make a substantive difference for my client(s). I really enjoy the CPG world and would be honored if I could be of assistance.
You can check me out on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram and LinkedIn. I can be found in person at my East Vancouver coffee bar most days. �� 1670 Commercial Drive - The Drive Coffee Bar. Would love to talk. Drop me a line and meet me for a coffee.
