Summary
Work History
Education
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Certification
Brian Wargula

Brian Wargula

Nashotah,WI

Summary

Operations and strategy leader with extensive experience scaling teams and enhancing execution in manufacturing, fulfillment, and ecommerce sectors. Demonstrated ability to build high-performing teams focused on accountability and culture, driving significant growth in dynamic environments. Expertise in optimizing supply chains, improving margins, and transforming processes to enhance customer experience and operational efficiency.

Work History

Co-Founder / COO / CEO

Transformation Protein, LLC
Milwaukee, WI
01.2018 - Current
  • Drove upper 7-figure revenue growth within three years.
  • Oversaw strategic planning, financial management, and operational efficiency across ecommerce business.
  • Developed world-class subscription model focused on customer acquisition and retention.
  • Streamlined supply chain management to enhance operational performance and customer satisfaction.
  • Aligned product development, marketing, logistics, and customer support for seamless service delivery.
  • Cultivated culture of continuous improvement to optimize team performance and engagement.
  • Led initiatives to foster positive work environment and promote brand growth.

President

Fortress Nutrition, LLC
New Berlin, WI
01.2019 - 10.2021

Took on additional role of President at Fortress Nutrition while continuing to lead Christopher Morgan Fulfillment.

  • Oversaw all manufacturing operations at Fortress Nutrition, including production and quality control.
  • Built scalable production framework to accommodate increased demand from direct-to-consumer and wholesale clients.
  • Strengthened quality assurance processes, achieving highest audit scores and ensuring regulatory compliance.
  • Facilitated cross-functional collaboration among operations, R&D, and client teams to optimize workflows.
  • Successfully launched new product lines in partnership with major clients to expand market offerings.

President

Christopher Morgan Fulfillment, LLC
New Berlin, WI
01.2015 - 10.2021
  • Oversaw end-to-end operations in fulfillment, inventory management, shipping, and client services.
  • Streamlined warehouse processes to enhance efficiency and reduce error rates.
  • Implemented new WMS system to optimize operational workflows.
    Facilitated onboarding of major ecommerce clients, scaling operations for rapid growth.
  • Cultivated culture of accountability and continuous improvement across all departments.
  • Directed company operations, client strategy, and financial performance for diverse ecommerce and retail clients.
  • Established strong leadership team to drive organizational effectiveness and growth.
  • Focused on continuous process optimization and operational innovation to enhance customer service.

Executive Vice President

Christopher Morgan Fulfillment, LLC
New Berlin, WI
04.2011 - 01.2015

Vice President of Operations

The LANG Companies
Waukesha, WI
09.2008 - 04.2011
  • Established strategic direction for international supply chain management, enhancing operational efficiency.
  • Directed global supplier selection, outsourced warehousing, and distribution processes.
  • Optimized SKU strategy and led forecast-to-buy processes to drive corporate performance.
  • Championed implementation of new ERP system, transitioning from JD Edwards to Epicor 9.05.
  • Managed corporate EBITDA performance analysis by customer and product line.
  • Supervised team including Director of Sourcing and Quality Control, Director of Asian Operations, and others.
  • Fostered continuous improvement practices across organization to ensure sustainable growth.

Director of Supply Chain and Plant Manager

Sellars Wipers
Milwaukee, WI
04.2000 - 09.2008

Plant Manager – Converting/Distribution Division

Sellars Wipers
Milwaukee, WI

Cost Manager

Sellars Wipers
Milwaukee, WI

Business Manager

Emmpak Foods, Inc
Milwaukee, WI
12.1998 - 04.2000

Manager of Cost Accounting Office Operations

Hormel Foods Corp
Austin, MN
06.1996 - 12.1998

Education

BBA - Accounting

University of Wisconsin-Whitewater, Whitewater, WI

Skills

  • Strategic business planning
  • Operational leadership
  • Supply chain & fulfillment
  • P&L ownership
  • Financial planning & analysis
  • Change management
  • Team development
  • Process improvement
  • Vendor management
  • Customer experience
  • Turnarounds
  • Inventory & logistics
  • Growth strategy
  • Execution excellence

Certification

  • Passed APICS Certified Production and Inventory Management (CPIM) exam, February 2008
  • Passed Certified Management Accountant (CMA) exam, May 1999
Brian Wargula