Kevin Empey

Operations Manager with 25+ years of experience improving profitability and efficiency across oil and gas transportation, retail fuel, and remote operations. Leverages leadership, operations and logistics management, project execution, and risk controls to streamline processes, elevate service quality, and strengthen client relationships; known for opening new sites, optimizing workflows, and enforcing regulatory compliance. Eager to drive team performance and scalable process improvements that reduce costs and enhance customer satisfaction.

Remote Home Business at MIT BROKER'S (2020-03 – 2024-11)

• Oversaw daily operations and ensured team accuracy
• Built client relationships, driving repeat business
• Improved customer satisfaction through process enhancements
• Negotiated terms and resolved deal issues efficiently
• Matched client needs to offerings, boosting close rates

DISTRICT MANAGER at Parkland Fuel Corporation (2014-10 – 2018-11)

• Supervised multiple locations and support staff, ensuring operational standards and compliance
• Conducted regular audits to verify adherence to company and regulatory procedures
• Fostered teamwork and professional growth, enhancing employee morale
• Managed store openings, coordinating logistics, staffing, and training for smooth transitions

MANAGEMENT TRAINEE at Parkland Fuel Corporation (2014-05 – 2014-10)

• Streamlined processes and implemented technologies to improve operational efficiency
• Built strong vendor relationships, negotiated favorable terms and pricing
• Assisted in budget planning, ensured financial targets were met without compromising quality
• Managed daily operations, maintained smooth workflow and optimal resource allocation

OWNER OPERATOR / MANAGER at 6662765 Canada Inc. KE. Trucking (2000-04 – 2014-08)

• Oversaw daily operations of 34 employees and 17 trucks in a dynamic oil and gas environment
• Built and maintained client relationships, securing repeat business and referrals
• Managed budgeting, financial reporting, and tax preparation for operational efficiency
• Hired, trained, and led a high-performing team dedicated to company goals
• Coordinated deliveries and maintenance, reducing equipment downtime
• Planned freight loads and aligned with drivers for timely product delivery
• Led staff training to improve skills and job satisfaction

TERMINAL MANAGER at United Parcel Service, UPS (1995-06 – 2000-03)

• Coordinated deliveries and maintenance, reducing equipment downtime
• Planned freight loads and aligned with drivers for timely product delivery
• Led staff training to improve skills and job satisfaction

MASTER'S OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION in Logistics and Supply Chain Management – Australian Institute of Business (2025-07 – 2026-08)

GRADE 12 DIPLOMA – Glebe Collegiate High School