Carlo Giove

Accountable for more than 50% of Uni-Select & Bumper to Bumper Canada product portfolio, encompassing all Non-Application Product Categories. These include Auto & Industrial Chemicals, Auto Maintenance Supplies, Auto Detailing, Tools & Equipment, Industrial MRO, Fleet, Safety Supplies, and Paint & Allied Equipment. Manage a diverse portfolio of over 250 brands, including both national and private label lines. Oversee all aspects of product lifecycle management, including marketing, product development, product maintenance, store merchandising, inventory management, global sourcing, promotional planning, budgeting, and procurement activities.

Spearheaded the development and management of Uni-Select’s first-to-market Industrial MRO program. Subsequently assumed responsibility for the entire Tools & Equipment, as well as Paint & Allied Equipment categories. Promoted to Director of Product Development in July 2020 in recognition of leadership and strategic contributions.

Joined Uni-Select as a Senior Category Manager and was subsequently recognized for a strong and diverse product expertise, leading to a promotion to oversee the product integration function within Mergers & Acquisitions. Responsible for managing product assortment strategies, pricing structures, and contractual programs throughout the M&A process. Led high-level boardroom presentations, delivering critical insights and recommendations to executive leadership prior to acquisition decisions.

Oversaw multiple MRO product categories across both national and import brands, including Tools (Hand, Air, and Power),Material Handling, Drum Equipment, Lifting & Rigging, Dock & Warehouse Supplies, Storage and Office Equipment. Additionally, manage product development initiatives for Kleton Manufacturing, covering both imported and domestically manufactured products. Led all aspects of product management, including marketing, sourcing, vendor negotiations, promotional campaigns (flyers, web, & catalogs), and overall category strategy execution

Promoted from Sales at SCN Wholesale (a division of Tenaquip) into Product Merchandising, where I served as the sole Associate supporting four Category Managers. Recognized as a key contributor, I was subsequently promoted to Category Manager, where I built and led my own team while training and mentoring new Associates to support colleagues across multiple categories.

Began career with Tenaquip’s wholesale division, SCN, as an Inside Sales Representative, later entrusted with Outside Sales assignments. Managed key accounts and served as the primary point of contact for complex product categories, including Welding and Safety Supplies.

Began my career at Bell while completing my university studies, managing three store locations in the Montreal region. Oversaw a team of 12+ employees while handling day-to-day operations, including store openings/closings, sales, and inventory management. Consistently led teams to achieve top sales performance, earning consecutive Quebec Blue Chips Awards.

Managed a 200,000+ sq. ft. warehouse with a team of 15+ employees operating across three shifts. Oversaw the handling and distribution of food-related products in a highly sensitive environment. Negotiated carrier contracts and scheduling with freight partners. Developed and implemented a new warehouse system to improve scanning accuracy and ensure reliable inventory management and audit compliance.