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Renée Kosikowski

@renekosikowski

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I coordinate logistics and operations, pairing structured execution with team leadership in fast-paced environments.

Canada

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What I'm looking for

I’m looking for a role where I can own logistics and operations, coordinate projects with cross-functional teams, and support growth through clear systems, strong communication, and measurable results—ideally in an environment that values sustainability and community impact.

I’m a bilingual project coordination and operations professional based in Montréal, focused on keeping daily work running smoothly while supporting strategic goals. I thrive in fast-paced, dynamic environments and bring a structured, results-driven approach to coordination and execution.

Most recently, I served as Head of Logistics & Operations at VGAM Biome, where I coordinated daily operations, managed logistics with external partners, and supported marketing and communications project coordination. I also oversaw internal systems and workflows using Asana, managed website updates and the Shopify platform, and planned newsletters and digital communications tools.

Before that, I led teams in retail roles, including Team Lead at Frank & Oak and Sales Supervisor at Vans. I supervised store operations, trained employees, managed scheduling and opening/closing procedures, handled cash control and reconciliations, and coordinated operational priorities to strengthen customer experience and team performance.

I’ve also developed my research and writing capabilities as a Ghostwriter / Professional Writing for LikeLingo, producing academic and institutional content under tight deadlines. Alongside my Master’s and Bachelor’s work in politics, international relations, and sustainability, I’m especially motivated by initiatives that build active, engaged communities—often with sustainability in mind.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Head of Logistics & Operations

VGAM Biome

Oct 2025 - Mar 2026 (5 months)

Coordinated daily operations and managed logistics processes with external partners while overseeing internal workflows in Asana. Supported marketing/communications coordination and handled website and Shopify updates, including newsletters and digital communication scheduling.

Operations Management Logistics Coordination Asana Shopify Website Management Newsletter Planning Digital Communication

Ghostwriter / Professional Writing

LikeLingo

Nov 2024 - Jan 2026 (1 year 2 months)

Conducted research and produced academic and institutional content. Developed reports, proposals, and strategic documents while managing multiple projects under tight deadlines.

ghostwriting Research Analysis Proposal Writing Project Coordination

French & English Teacher

Nouvelle École Secondaire de Mirabel

Jan 2024 - Jun 2024 (5 months)

Planned and developed bilingual French and English educational content. Supported and guided students in a diverse learning environment while strengthening organizational and communication skills.

Bilingual Education Curriculum Planning Communication Skills Organization Student Engagement

Team Lead

Frank & Oak

Sep 2023 - Dec 2023 (3 months)

Supervised daily store operations and coordinated team activities, including training new employees and managing schedules. Led store opening/closing procedures with cash control, deposits, reconciliations, and administrative follow-up.

Retail Operations Team Leadership Employee Training Scheduling Cash Handling Store Opening Administrative Follow Up

Sales Supervisor

Vans

Feb 2023 - Sep 2023 (7 months)

Led floor operations and coached employees to improve performance, autonomy, and product knowledge while supporting sales and customer experience goals. Managed scheduling and operational priorities, supervised register accuracy, and handled opening/closing cash procedures and discrepancy resolution.

Employee Coaching Customer Experience Scheduling Cash Handling

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Keele University

Master’s degree, Politics and International Relations

Master’s degree in Politics and International Relations at Keele University. Thesis on federal government relations with Indigenous communities in the development of environmental infrastructure (2023).