Joe Bennett

Operations and Supply Chain Executive with more than 25 years of progressive leadership experience directing logistics, transportation, warehousing, fleet operations, customer service, and distribution across manufacturing, petroleum, retail, and third-party logistics. Proven history of improving operational performance, reducing costs, increasing profitability, and building high-performing teams. Recognized for delivering measurable business results, including $2.86 million in demurrage savings, a 40% increase in warehouse productivity, a 33% reduction in delivery times, and a 25% reduction in cross-border freight costs.

Experienced in strategic planning, budgeting, contract negotiations, ERP implementation, health and safety, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Division Manager at MacEwen Petroleum (2024-07 – Present)

• Direct all operations for a petroleum division serving commercial, industrial, and retail customers.
• Lead logistics, fleet operations, sales, customer service, inventory, and employee performance.
• Manage budgets, forecasting, and operational reporting to improve profitability.
• Implement operational improvements that increase efficiency and customer satisfaction.
• Ensure compliance with environmental, transportation, and health and safety regulations.
• Recruit, mentor, and develop employees while fostering a high-performance culture.

Operations Coordinator / Flatbed Specialist (Part-Time) at Pinnacle Logistics / Complete Shipping Solutions (2022-07 – 2025-08)

• Coordinate domestic and cross-border flatbed freight throughout North America.
• Negotiate carrier rates that improve margins while maintaining service excellence.
• Manage oversized and specialized freight movements.
• Monitor shipments and resolve customer issues to ensure on-time delivery.
• Build strong relationships with carriers and customers through exceptional service.

General Manager, Logistics at Brampton Brick (2021-01 – 2024-07)

• Led transportation, logistics, dispatch, and customer service operations.
• Reduced delivery times by 33% through route optimization and process improvements.
• Negotiated transportation contracts across North America, lowering freight costs.
• Established customs brokerage processes that reduced cross-border freight expenses by 25%.
• Developed annual operating budgets and improved logistics performance through KPI management.
• Led cross-functional teams to improve customer satisfaction and operational efficiency.

National Logistics Manager at Caesarstone Canada (2011-12 – 2021-01)

• Managed logistics operations across five Canadian distribution centres.
• Saved $2.86 million by reducing demurrage costs through improved planning and carrier management.
• Increased warehouse picking productivity by 40% by implementing RF scanning technology and standardized processes.
• Negotiated international freight contracts and coordinated inbound logistics with overseas suppliers.
• Chaired the national Health and Safety Committee while leading continuous improvement initiatives.
• Led Oracle ERP implementation and managed Manhattan warehouse management systems.

Goods Flow Manager at IKEA Canada (2004-12 – 2011-12)

Managed inbound operations for a $128 million retail location.

• Improved inventory accuracy to 98%.
• Reduced forklift maintenance costs by 75%, saving approximately $87,000 annually.
• Improved warehouse layout and processes, reducing pick times by 60%.
• Led a team of nearly 100 employees while promoting safety, training, and operational excellence.
• Implemented new warehouse systems across Ontario locations.

Warehouse Manager at Strongco Engineered Systems (1996-01 – 2004-12)

• Directed warehouse, shipping, receiving, and inventory operations.
• Increased inventory accuracy from 20% to 93%.
• Improved picking productivity by 50%.
• Developed warehouse procedures that increased efficiency and customer satisfaction.
• Led Health and Safety Committee and maintained regulatory compliance.
• Managed inventory control and continuous process improvement initiatives.

Supply Chain & Logistics in Supply Chain & Logistics (CITT) – TriOS College (2024-09 – 2025-07)

Business Management Diploma in Business Management – Memorial University (1991-09 – 1995-06)