Alexander Ruiz
Jarrell,USA
Summary
Director of Operations with20 years of extensive experience optimizing warehouse, inventory control, logistics, production, procurement, materials management and supply chain management. Certified as a Consultor and Master in SAP (SD-MM modules), SAP expertise in SAP S/4 HANA and modules PP and PM, experienced in Dynamics Navision365 - Business Central and Oracle. Team Leader proficient working over19 years with SOPs, KPIs, Lean Manufacturing,5S, Six Sigma and Agile Projects. Passionate about leveraging innovative problem-solving and strategic planning to drive company success and exceed goals. Experienced management budgets between5$-100M$, Inventory Value between 5-50M$, teams between 5-100 employees and WH spaces over 300K sqf and Manufacturing Plant over 1M sqf
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
eFC - Director of Operations - Healthcare
NBX Wellness LLC
Leander, TX
03.2023 - Current
- Oversee day-to-day warehouse operations and ensure that all tasks are completed efficiently and effectively
- Oversee accurate and timely order fulfillment, including picking, packing, and shipping of products
- Establish and maintain FDA standards for storage of food supplements and ensure a proper climate-controlled storage environment
- This includes proper storage height and distance from walls per industry standard guidelines
- Ensure all inventory tracking and recordkeeping functions are performed properly by warehouse staff to ensure accurate reporting of the flow of goods in and out of the warehouse
- Ensure the warehouse is maintained in a clean, organized, and safe manner
- Implement and maintain standard operating procedures for all warehouse activities
- Develop and maintain positive working relationships with employees, customers, and vendors
- Collaborate with other departments to ensure smooth and efficient operations
- Manage the training and development of warehouse employees
- Prepare and manage the warehouse budget
- Analyze warehouse data to identify areas for improvement and implement change
DC - Outbound Warehouse Manager - Retail
Living Spaces
Pflugerville, TX
09.2022 - 03.2023
- Responsible for providing strategic and operational leadership for a high volume, order fulfillment, multi-shift distribution center
- Administer all functions to ensure timely accurate product receipt, order fulfillment, and the optimization of resources and processes while operating within budget
- Develop and implement processes to ensure compliance with company policies/procedures, continual process improvement and drive employee initiatives to create and promote an environment where employees are involved, and committed to the success of the Company
- Leads the organization’s Performance Improvement plan and Operational Efficiency initiatives; ensuring a data-driven and results oriented approach that supports successful execution of company strategic objectives
- Educate department Supervisors and team members in identifying key performance improvement indicators, targeting opportunities for improvement, adopting best practice processes and successfully executing improvement initiatives
- Actively participate in the recruitment and hiring process, to ensure staffing levels are maintained with quality talent
- Provide leadership for large employee populations in non-exempt positions and direct reports in exempt positions that both maximize and optimize resources in support of the company’s goals and objectives in serving customers
- Design and implement staffing strategies to ensure work force is flexible and can respond to variations in work flow
- Effectively lead and develop the Process Managers and employees utilizing performance management tools to enhance performance and achieve individual as well as company goals
- Ensure that the performance goals are set and achieved, through the proper execution of performance metrics as it relates to Productivity, Safety, Quality and Customer Service
- Ensure productivity, safety, and quality goals are achieved through a process of continuous process improvement
WH and Logistic Mgr. - OEM Manufacturing Plant
ElringKlinger Texas USA
Texas
04.2022 - 07.2022
- Drawing up a warehouse plan for the plant in collaboration with the points of contact and whilst complying with the CU specifications
- Ensuring compliance with standards and optimization measures relating to goods receipt, warehouse management, materials handling internally within the company and the dispatch areas
- Carrying out inventory checks in the logistics areas, as well as regularly and annually taking the inventory count in coordination with the superior
- Exp
- In international transportation of raw materials from our suppliers in Korea, China and Germany and domestic transportation to send the final products to our customers reducing costs and delivery times
- Organizing, providing, and disposing of containers for production
- Generating8D reports in the event of quality complaints in the assigned area in collaboration with the Quality department identifying and incorporating continuous improvements in the assigned area
- Helping to achieve the company’s targets, such as optimizing warehouse capacities and the inventory and reducing logistics costs
- Tracking and ensuring compliance with the5S methodology in the warehouse
- Implement SAP checks on material movements to compare the inventory in the system with the actual inventory
- Responsible for organizing and negotiating the environmentally friendly disposal of production waste, negotiating with racks company to purchase and install new warehouse racks, negotiate with labeling and printer companies to purchase and install all the safety signs and general signs throughout the company, negotiate with warehousing companies to find the best option for plant floor painting and treatment
- Ensuring that material is stored properly based on internal specifications and defined CU standards
- Disciplinary and/or functional management of8 employees (in a short term) along with monthly meetings/reviews and trainings
- Reducing the dwell and waiting time for trucks, incl
- Efficiently managing the dock and yard
- Utilized Kanban system
DC - WH and Logistic Operations Mgr. - Tools
Rubi Tools USA (Germans Boada Group)
Hialeah Gardens, FL
08.2018 - 04.2022
- Managed transportation programs, reducing single occupancy vehicles and enhancing alternative options
- Developed and implemented policies and procedures, ensuring compliance and efficiency
- Led and trained a team across multiple locations, achieving measurable improvements in logistics
- Monitored trends and collaborated with stakeholders to drive commute efficiency and policy development
- Supervised warehouse operations, optimizing storage and shipping processes for maximum efficiency
- Led cross-functional teams in developing transportation strategies, ensuring compliance with regulations and enhancing operational efficiency
Warehouse Mgr. - Industrial Rental Equipments
Cooling Power Corp
Miami, FL
07.2017 - 08.2018
- Managed inventory for over10,000 items, reducing stock discrepancies by12% - Analytical
- Led a team of15 warehouse staff, improving operational efficiency by18% - Collaborative
- Implemented safety protocols, resulting in a25% decrease in workplace accidents - DetailFocused
- Streamlined shipping processes, cutting delivery times by20% - ResultsOriented
- Coordinated with suppliers to ensure timely restocking, maintaining98% stock availability - Supportive
MRP Controller and WH Mgr. - Gas Manufacturing Plant
Air Liquide Spain
Castilla La Mancha
01.2012 - 01.2017
- Managed inventory and procurement, reducing stockouts and excess inventory by18% - Analytical
- Led a team of15 warehouse staff, improving workflow efficiency by22% - Collaborative
- Implemented MRP system enhancements, cutting order processing time by35% - Innovative
- Coordinated with suppliers to ensure timely deliveries, achieving95% on-time rate - ResultsOriented
- Oversaw warehouse operations, ensuring timely delivery and adherence to safety protocols, resulting in a15% improvement in operational efficiency
- Coordinated with cross-functional teams to streamline supply chain processes, enhancing communication and reducing lead times by10%
- Implemented MRP systems to enhance production scheduling accuracy, leading to a25% reduction in stockouts and production delays
- Maintained meticulous records of inventory transactions, ensuring data accuracy and compliance with regulatory standards, reducing discrepancies by30%
- Conducted data-driven analysis to optimize procurement strategies, reducing costs by12% and improving supplier reliability
- Facilitated cross-departmental meetings to address supply chain bottlenecks, resulting in a15% decrease in lead times
Warehouse Supervisor - Energy Management & Automation
Eurotherm by Schneider Electric
Madrid, Madrid provincia
01.2008 - 01.2012
- Supervised daily warehouse operations, ensuring timely and accurate inventory management
- Implemented new tracking system, reducing errors and improving efficiency
- Led team of15, fostering a collaborative environment and enhancing productivity
- Resolved logistical challenges, improving delivery times and customer satisfaction
- Streamlined processes, achieving measurable improvements in workflow efficiency
- Implemented safety protocols and training programs, resulting in a30% decrease in workplace accidents and enhanced compliance
- Coordinated with cross-functional teams to streamline supply chain processes, leading to a15% increase in overall efficiency
- Managed warehouse logistics, achieving a98% on-time shipment rate and reducing operational costs by10%
- Introduced automation solutions that improved picking accuracy by40% and reduced labor costs by15%
- Analyzed inventory data to identify trends, reducing excess stock by20% and optimizing warehouse space utilization
Education
Ms. Online - Supply Chain Management
Florida Institute of Technology
Melbourne, FL12.2020
MBA - Business Administration
INESEM Business School
Granada, Spain05.2010
Bachelor's - Accounting & Finance
University of Havana
La Habana, Cuba09.2007
Skills
- Strategic planning and execution
- Leadership training
- Performance analysis
- Process improvements
- Cost control
- Business management
- Risk mitigation
- Team building
- Analytical skills
- Proficient in SAP, Oracle & Microsoft Dynamics Navision and 365
- Problem-solving abilities
- Organizational skills
- Effective communication
- Verbal and written communication
- Inventory tracking and management
- Budget management
- Multimillion-dollar P&L management
- Multitasking
- Cost analysis and savings
- Business forecasting
- Logistics
- Financial planning
- Inventory management
- Revenue generation
- SigSixma Expertise
- Lean Management Expertise
- 5S Methodology Expert
- Waterfall and Agile Project Expert
- ROI Management
- Daily Huddle Expert
- eDIP (Employee Development Improvement Plan) Expert
Languages
Spanish - Native , English - Fluent, French - Beginner
Professional References
- Paola Sandoval (Logistic Manager at Rubi Tools USA) Phone: +1 (305) 345-7186
- Maria Eugenia Garcia (Managing Director at Rubi Tools USA) Phone: +1 (786) 370-5096
- Alan Rodriguez (Supply Chain Manager at ElringKlinger) Phone: +1 (248) 494-2710
- Emilio de Barrio (Bulk Manager Europe at Air Liquide S.A) Phone: +34 (915) 029-300
- Javier Villarreal (Warehouse Senior Manager at Living Spaces) Phone: +1 (304) 886-3298
Timeline
eFC - Director of Operations - Healthcare
NBX Wellness LLC
03.2023 - Current
DC - Outbound Warehouse Manager - Retail
Living Spaces
09.2022 - 03.2023
WH and Logistic Mgr. - OEM Manufacturing Plant
ElringKlinger Texas USA
04.2022 - 07.2022
DC - WH and Logistic Operations Mgr. - Tools
Rubi Tools USA (Germans Boada Group)
08.2018 - 04.2022
Warehouse Mgr. - Industrial Rental Equipments
Cooling Power Corp
07.2017 - 08.2018
MRP Controller and WH Mgr. - Gas Manufacturing Plant
Air Liquide Spain
01.2012 - 01.2017
Warehouse Supervisor - Energy Management & Automation
Eurotherm by Schneider Electric
01.2008 - 01.2012
Ms. Online - Supply Chain Management
Florida Institute of Technology
MBA - Business Administration
INESEM Business School
Bachelor's - Accounting & Finance
University of Havana