Andrew Orr

Questioner
DISC Type : c

Warehouse And transportation Manager at Conagra Brands

Greater Toronto Area, Canada

Overview

Andrew is a logistics manager with over 20 years of experience in the CPG industry, specializing in transportation, warehousing, and customs compliance. A graduate of McMaster University, he has a proven track record of successful cost-saving initiatives. Colleagues describe him as a results-oriented, highly analytical, and capable supply chain leader.

Based on his professional affiliations and interests, he appears to follow major consumer brands and their market strategies, with a particular interest noted in companies like Procter & Gamble and The Walt Disney Company.

He has built a distinguished career managing logistics and distribution for an impressive list of top-tier CPG companies including Conagra, Clorox, and Gillette.

Personality Overview

Cautious & Analytical

Systematic

Value Seeker

While they don't hesitate to ask questions, they are generally risk-averse and tend to be late adopters.  They prefer to analyze every situation thoroughly.
 It is quite likely of them to ask for pricing or other concessions.

Topics They Care About

CPG Logistics
His entire career spans over two decades managing logistics and distribution for major CPG brands like Conagra, Clorox, Scotts Miracle-Gro, and Gillette.
Cost Savings
His professional summary highlights a proven track record of developing and executing cost savings initiatives within the supply chain.
Corporate Culture
In recent posts, he has expressed great enthusiasm for being part of Conagra, praising its people, leaders, and "fantastic culture. "

Media Appearances

Andrew has no verified media appearances

Work History

5-2022
Warehouse And transportation Manager at Conagra Brands
8-2013 - 4-2022
Transportation Manager at Husqvarna
10-2011 - 6-2013
Logistics Operations Manager at The Clorox Company
3-2007 - 9-2011
Manager, Distribution at The Scotts Miracle-Gro Company
6-2004 - 3-2007
Manager, distribution at Gillette Canada Inc.

Education

1985 - 1989
ba from McMaster University
1975 - 1984
Education details unavailable from Lakefield College School

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Exp : 29 Location : Greater Toronto Area, Canada Job Level : Middle Designation : Warehouse And transportation Manager at Conagra Brands
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Insights For Selling To Andrew

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Emphasize on objective proof of ROI, help them do a thorough evaluation
  • Emphasise more on facts and measurable benefits
  • Back up any claims with data and numbers

DONT's

  • Don’t overhype the product/pitch, keep it measured
  • Avoid rushing them, be polite and patient
  • Don’t depend too much on anecdotal evidence, it reduces their confidence

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Andrew is

  • Ensuring that the product delivers ROI, cost-effective pricing and process compliance are very important for them.
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Andrew

  • It doesn’t come naturally to them but they can say no if they are not convinced.

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Andrew move?

  • If they have the information that they need, they can move fast at making their decisions.
  • Can Andrew take some risk or not?

  • They can take risk if they are convinced that they have analyzed the circumstances well.


You And Andrew

Personality Compatibility


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