Damien Giansalvo
Strathmore,VIC
Summary
Dedicated operations and purchasing professional specialising in logistics coordination, vendor relations and inventory management. Organised and proactive with remarkable project management, communication and planning abilities. Exceptional leader skilled at reducing costs and increasing department efficiency. A strong understanding of Australian and Imported wines having judged at the Melbourne International Wine Show and at state and regional Wine Shows.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Operations & Supply Manager
WineStar
01.2008 - Current
- Manage the daily running of the business, responsible for sourcing wines, managing supply and price contracts, overseeing warehousing and disruption, responsible for product listings and promotions, website management and programming, and conducting product tastings.
Local & Import Purchasing Manager
Cellarhand
01.2006 - 01.2008
- Responsible for planning, purchasing, and inventory control of imported and exported wines, managing stock movements, holding and managing key sales accounts, investigating and resolving stock discrepancies, liaising with suppliers and shipping agents, and maintaining accurate inventory and product stock reports.
Local & Import Purchasing & Logistics Manager
Wholesale Wine Services (Nelson Wine Company)
01.2001 - 01.2006
- Responsible for local and import purchasing and logistics, managing inventory, negotiating in the tender process, and handling customs procedures and documentation.
Education
Certificate Level 1 & 2 -
Wine & Spirit Education Trust
Port Melbourne, VIC01.2015
Diploma of Information Technology (Software Development) -
Victorian University of Technology
01.2003
Diploma of Hospitality Management -
RMIT University / William Angliss Institute
01.1998
Advanced Certificate of Food Technology -
Kangan Institute of TAFE
01.1995
Years 7 - 12 -
St.Bernard's College - Essendon
01.1993
Skills
- Strategic Sourcing
- Excel
- Purchasing Management
- Supplier Relationships
- Strategic Planning
- Warehouse Operations Knowledge
- Supplies Inventory
- Purchasing Coordination
- Warehouse Management
Driver License
Current Victorian Driver's Licence
Personal Information
Date of Birth: 07/02/76
References
Available on request
Timeline
Operations & Supply Manager
WineStar
01.2008 - Current
Local & Import Purchasing Manager
Cellarhand
01.2006 - 01.2008
Local & Import Purchasing & Logistics Manager
Wholesale Wine Services (Nelson Wine Company)
01.2001 - 01.2006
Certificate Level 1 & 2 -
Wine & Spirit Education Trust
Diploma of Information Technology (Software Development) -
Victorian University of Technology
Diploma of Hospitality Management -
RMIT University / William Angliss Institute
Advanced Certificate of Food Technology -
Kangan Institute of TAFE
Years 7 - 12 -
St.Bernard's College - Essendon
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