Ryan Coutts

Ambitious, analytical, and detail-driven Supply Chain Management graduate with 7+ years of combined experience spanning manufacturing support, operations, and inventory planning. Proven ability to apply theoretical and practical knowledge to optimize equipment reliability, analyze operational KPIs, and reduce facility downtime. Strong cross-functional communicator skilled at collaborating with maintenance, reliability, and external vendor teams in highly regulated food manufacturing environments.

Equipped with advanced problem-solving capabilities and an agile approach to supporting site sustainability and operational excellence targets.

Maintenance Inventory Administrator at Maple Leaf Foods (2021-01 – 2023-12)

• Supported daily production and preventative maintenance schedules by ensuring parts and material availability using SAP MRP.
• Actively monitored and minimized equipment downtime by aligning the receiving and staging of high-priority maintenance assets with planned operations.
• Tracked operational metrics and investigated material variances exceeding 5%, actively anticipating trends to support plant-level financial targets.
• Reorganized and mapped a $2M asset facility, significantly improving pick times, optimizing process flow, and increasing schedule adherence.
• Maintained strict compliance with CFIA, internal food safety systems, and workplace safety requirements to prevent operational disruptions.
• Collaborated closely with facility reliability leaders and managed critical Vendor Managed Inventory (VMI) programs to protect uptime.

Bookkeeper / Operations Support at Gadra Enterprises Inc. (2019-01 – 2021-12)

• Coordinated purchasing and material flow for on-site service jobs to guarantee maximum operational reliability.
• Managed supplier relations and negotiated lead times and pricing to generate 10–15% cost reductions, aiding financial performance targets.
• Planned complex logistics, cross-border material movements, and transport schedules across Canada, the USA, and Germany.
• Demonstrated a "roll-up your sleeves" approach to solving operational issues and shifting priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Bookkeeper at RBFS (2016-01 – 2019-12)

• Evaluated data, structured operational documentation, and enforced timelines to maintain strict regulatory compliance.
• Analyzed business performance and collaborated with senior leadership to support 10–15% year-over-year operational growth.

Lifeguard and Swim Instructor at City of Brampton (2008-01 – 2014-12)

• Developed strong interpersonal and clear communication skills while ensuring compliance with safety regulations.
• Led and motivated individuals in a public-facing setting, demonstrating early leadership and accountability.

Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) in Supply Chain Management – Sheridan College (2023-01 – 2026-12)

Diploma in Business – Accounting – Sheridan College (2014-01 – 2016-12)