Darshak Parekh

Results-driven Shipping and Receiving Supervisor with 6+ years of progressive experience in warehouse operations, inventory control, supply chain management, and team leadership. Proven track record in managing the full scope of shipping and receiving activities, leading unionized teams of 15+ employees per shift, and driving continuous improvement in fast-paced food manufacturing environments. Certified forklift and PIV operator with expertise in KPI development, manpower scheduling, SOP/QMS documentation, Lean, and 5S principles.

Shipping and Receiving Supervisor - Ya Ya Foods Corp. - Toronto, ON

(2021-06)

• Coordinate shipping operations between Shipping and Production, managing the scheduling and planning of all Shipping and Receiving activities on a daily basis.
• Lead a group of over 15 unionized employees per shift in a fast-paced environment by conducting shift meetings, planning operations, and meeting customer deadlines.
• Work with and cover the manpower scheduler by fulfilling daily and weekly manpower needs for over 60 warehouse employees, scheduling vacations, covering sick calls, and addressing employee administrative concerns with Human Capital.
• Meet warehouse operational standards by contributing warehouse information to strategic plans and reviews.
• Promote and enhance a positive employee relations environment through continuous efforts to improve teamwork and establish high levels of employee involvement and engagement.
• Create KPIs for the warehouse, measuring and reporting on the effectiveness of warehousing activities and employee performance.
• Organize and maintain inventory storage areas to ensure accuracy and operational efficiency.
• Maintain a safe working environment, reporting and investigating any incidents in accordance with company policy.
• Investigate performance issues, non-compliance, and violations of policy/procedures; administer discipline when necessary.
• Assign employee duties as required to gain optimum efficiencies and achieve cost savings.
• Lead projects including analyzing load times, tracking equipment data, and developing and implementing new warehouse procedures.

Store Manager - Bombay Bites - Scarborough, ON

(2019-05 - 2021-06)

• Developed and managed business plans to promote profitable food and beverage sales while maintaining exceptional customer service standards.
• Managed inventory control, supply ordering, and stock reconciliation to minimize waste and maintain appropriate par levels.
• Scheduled, trained, and supervised staff, fostering a collaborative and high-performing work environment.

Senior Area Sales Manager - Mankind Pharma Ltd. - Ahmedabad, Gujarat, India

(2015-03 - 2019-04)

• Led startup of a new sales region, managing a team of 9; hired, trained, and administered compensation plans to achieve territory sales goals.
• Established strong relationships with major accounts and key decision-makers to grow market share.
• Analyzed sales data and market trends; directed administrative team in maintaining accurate sales, inventory, and order documentation.

Post-Graduate Certificate - Supply Chain Management - Cambrian College (2021-04) North York, Ontario

Master of Business Administration (MBA) - Finance - Sal Institute of Technology (2014-05) Ahmedabad, India

Bachelor of Science - Microbiology - M.G. Science College (2012-05) Ahmedabad, Gujarat, India