Derek Drennan - Supply Chain & Logistics Leader

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Results-driven Supply Chain and Logistics leader with over 20 years of experience at Canadian Tire Corporation optimizing distribution center operations, transportation, order management, and fulfillment processes in high-volume retail environments. Proven expertise in team leadership, 3PL management, process improvement, Order Management Systems and Warehouse Management Systems (Manhattan WMS). Industrial Engineering background combined with strong analytical and project management skills drives cost savings, service level improvements, and operational excellence. Seeking senior Supply Chain Manager opportunities in the United States.

CORE COMPETENCIES

Supply Chain Management & Optimization
DC Operations & Warehousing
Transportation & Logistics Management
Order Management & Fulfillment
3PL Vendor Management & Contract Negotiation
Process Improvement (Lean, Six Sigma)
Demand Planning & Forecasting
Project Management & Change Management
Manhattan WMS Implementation & Optimization
Team Leadership & Cross-Functional Collaboration
Inventory Management & Inventory Control
Budget Management & Cost Reduction

EDUCATION

Bachelor of Applied Science (B.A.Sc.), Industrial Engineering

University of Toronto • 1999 – 2004

Post-Secondary Studies

Centennial College • 1995 – 1998

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Canadian Tire Corporation

Toronto, Ontario

Manager, Order Management

August 2017 – Present

Lead a team of analysts and developers responsible for optimizing order allocation and fulfillment processes across Canadian Tire retail network.
Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance speed, accuracy, and efficiency of order management systems.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve overall supply chain performance and customer satisfaction.

Divisional Logistics Manager / Replenishment Manager

February 2015 – August 2017

Oversaw divisional logistics and replenishment strategies supporting retail operations.
Managed key performance metrics and implemented process enhancements.

Manager, Regional Operations

December 2013 – February 2015

Responsible for Calgary DC operations, Montreal DC operations, Piloti operations, and Reverse Logistics for the Canadian Tire Supply Chain.
Acted as primary relationship manager for 3PL providers operating regional and reverse logistics networks.
Managed 8 functional reports (analysts and warehouse staff) and administered budgets/contracts totaling $85M annually.
Led facility, technology, and process improvement projects in regional distribution centers.

Manager, EAP Operations Support

January 2011 – December 2013

Managed team of 10 and $1M budget supporting Automotive Supply Chain operations (Vaughan EAP, Montreal AHP, Calgary AHP).
Oversaw Manhattan WMS suite across multiple sites and provided analytical leadership for production control and operational initiatives.
Negotiated carrier and 3PL rates; drove improvements in cost, quality, and safety metrics.

Team Lead, Direct Ship, Domestic Transportation

February 2010 – January 2011

Led team of 12 direct reports (plus agency staff during peaks) for Direct Ship channel execution.
Achieved 96% service level in 2010 while shipping over 36 million cube of product.
Negotiated 3PL and carrier rates; led process improvement initiatives and major seasonal programs (Bagged Goods, Winter Tires, Christmas, Confectionary).

Team Lead, Supply Chain Major Projects

February 2008 – January 2010

Led design, configuration, testing, and operational readiness for Manhattan WMS implementations at Vaughan and Calgary facilities.
Completed projects on-time and under budget while managing Organizational Change Management (OCM) activities.
Coordinated with cross-functional teams and senior management.

Project Analyst, SCMP – Manhattan WMS Project

April 2007 – February 2008

Process Improvement Analyst, Automotive Supply Chain

September 2004 – April 2007

Celestica

Toronto, Ontario

Manufacturing Team Lead / Commodity Management Analyst

October 1993 – May 2003