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Megan McPhail

Portland,OR

Summary

Versatile professional with experience in both supply chain and IT systems. Skilled at streamlining purchasing workflows, keeping ERP data accurate, and using technology to make operations run smoother. Comfortable working across teams, negotiating with vendors, and solving technical issues to boost efficiency and cut costs.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Supply Chain Purchaser

The Chefs’ Warehouse
09.2023 - Current
  • Managed the complete Purchase Order process, including, PO creation, vendor confirmation, delivery date updates, and coordinated with Accounts Payable when needed.
  • Maintain accurate purchasing system data to ensure correct product from the vendors and for our sales teams.
  • Collaborated with vendors and logistics teams to optimize freight cost and delivery timelines.
  • Prepared purchase orders using JDE, ensuring accurate data.
  • Assisted sales managers in mitigating risks related to stock shortages and overstocks.
  • Built and maintained strong vendor relationships to support consistent order fulfillment.



IT Service Desk Manager

MBS Equipment Canada
02.2021 - 08.2023
  • Directed IT support operations across 4 locations for 300 end users, ensuring high-quality service delivery.
  • Implemented new ticketing system, Service Desk Plus, reducing response times and improving user satisfaction.
  • Managed IT asset lifecycle from procurement to deployment and disposal.
  • Oversaw documentation and auditing of service desk processes for compliance and efficiency.
  • Provided system upgrade and outage communications to stakeholders.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction with timely issue resolution and effective communication skills.


Implemented and maintained the following ITSM tools including:

  • Zoho ManageEngine Suite (Desktop Central, ADManager, Service Desk Plus).
  • CyberArk Identity for secure access management.



Service Desk Team Lead

Sim International
09.2015 - 02.2021


  • Helped lead service desk support for 500+ users in 10 offices across Canada and USA, providing in-person, remote and on-call assistance.
  • Adept at simplifying technical information and education non-technical end users.
  • Service configuration of all office 365 applications including Exchange Online, SharePoint and Teams.
  • Contributed to building a comprehensive knowledge base, enabling users to quickly resolve issues independently.
  • Monitored and configured SonicWall Firewalls, Ruckus Wi-Fi Network, Panasonic CCTV


Project Manager – Technology Manager

TO2015 PanAM/PARA Pan Games
02.2015 - 08.2015


  • Ensured full readiness and functionality of all technology systems for game time operations across two PanAm sporting event locations, including A/V, network infrastructure, and event-specific tech.
  • Maintained and updated venue technology systems to keep them secure, efficient, and up to date.
  • Collaborated with event planning and operations teams to align technology solutions with event requirements.
  • Led a team of 15 IT support volunteers and kept tech operations running smoothly across multiple PanAm Games venues during two weeks of events.


Education

Associate Degree in Computer Networking And Techno - Information And Computer Systems

Seneca College
Toronto, ON
08-2014

Skills

  • Supplier relationship management
  • Hardware and software troubleshooting
  • Operating system support
  • Network configuration and monitoring
  • Firewall and security management
  • Active Directory administration
  • Office 365 configuration and support
  • Endpoint management and patching
  • Remote support tools (RDP, VPN)
  • Strong communication and user education
  • Problem-solving and analytical thinking
  • ITIL framework
  • IT systems support
  • Application support
  • End user support
  • Customer service and stakeholder collaboration

Certification


  • ITIL Foundations


Core Competencies

  • Supply Chain & Demand Planning
  • ERP Systems (JD Edwards)
  • Forecast Accuracy Analysis
  • IT Service Management & Troubleshooting
  • Data Analysis & Reporting
  • Vendor & Inventory Management
  • Excel & Technical Documentation

Timeline

Supply Chain Purchaser

The Chefs’ Warehouse
09.2023 - Current

IT Service Desk Manager

MBS Equipment Canada
02.2021 - 08.2023

Service Desk Team Lead

Sim International
09.2015 - 02.2021

Project Manager – Technology Manager

TO2015 PanAM/PARA Pan Games
02.2015 - 08.2015

Associate Degree in Computer Networking And Techno - Information And Computer Systems

Seneca College
Megan McPhail