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Cherie Abbinanti

Geneva

Summary

Results-oriented professional with strong background in regional management, adept at driving growth and operational excellence. Proven track record in leading cross-functional teams and implementing strategic initiatives that align with organizational goals. Known for fostering collaborative environments and adapting to changing business needs, while emphasizing strategic planning and resource allocation.

Strong leader and problem-solver dedicated to streamlining operations to decrease costs and promote organizational efficiency. Uses independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success.


Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Regional Director Operations

THE HOME DEPOT
01.2016 - 10.2024
  • Is the world's largest home improvement specialty retailer, and the fourth largest retailer in the United States with fiscal 2024 retail sales of $150B
  • Central Region – 102 Stores across 3 states (IL, IN & MO). $6B in annual sales
  • 13 Direct Reports – 10 Multi Asset Protection Managers and 3 Territory Operations Managers
  • Indirectly manage 102 Assistant Store Operations Managers
  • Results driven leader, in performance which includes Shrink, Safety (OSHA & Lost Time), Continuous Improvement, and outstanding Customer Satisfaction
  • Creating solutions to improve our connection is a critical element in driving a safety culture, customer satisfaction, while managing operational profit, SOP adherence all with associate retention in mind
  • Strength – Results Driven, Instills Trust and Builds Effective Teams (Voice of the Associate score of 98%)

Director, Direct Fulfillment Delivery Operations

THE HOME DEPOT
01.2014 - 01.2016
  • Supply chain executive, strategic planning, financial planning, operational execution, continuous improvement and associate motivator of a 30-person team
  • Responsible for over 25 million in home deliveries
  • Accountable for transportation spend of $900M
  • This includes the annual bid process, selection, and performance management
  • Lead a project to develop a plan supporting a 45% increase in delivered sales within our appliance division, in support of the annual Red White & Blue and Black Friday events
  • Network design and performance of 200+ supply chain logistics partners in the US, Canada, and Mexico
  • Oversee the company’s private fleet, material handling, and specialized equipment

Consultant

NEW AGE TRANSPORTATION
01.2013 - 01.2014
  • Company Overview: Founded in 1989, New Age Transportation is a third-party logistics provider solving the needs of their client’s coast to coast
  • Worked directly for the Founder/CEO setting a 5-year strategy for growth, focused on improving warehouse efficiency, talent management and increasing sales opportunities

Vice President, Operations

DEUTSCHE POST DHL, EXEL DIRECT
01.2011 - 01.2013
  • Company Overview: The $250M home delivery division of Exel, owned by Deutsche Post DHL, world's leading logistics company
  • Exel Direct had 800 employees in the 50 U.S
  • Reported directly to President aimed at setting strategy for the organization, with P&L responsibility for $250M in revenue, 7 direct reports and 550 indirect reports
  • Oversaw 25 home delivery distribution facilities, 80 third party delivery agents, and state-of-the-art delivery service centers with 125 employees providing customer and client services, logistics, and transportation support for the national home delivery operation
  • Directed 5,500 network deliveries a day, in partnership with 200 independent contractors with 300+ trucks and achieved 99.6% on-time performance
  • Within 9 months, the East Coast regional operating margin doubled from 5% to 10%, by increasing stops per truck by 25% and warehouse handling productivity gains of 12%
  • Earned 2009 Sales VIP award by securing the division’s largest national transportation and home delivery contract, revenue valued at $40M annually
  • Ensured all 3rd party regulatory compliance measures were strictly adhered to, including US Department Transportation Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) requirements

Education

College of DuPage
Glen Ellyn, IL

Skills

  • Client relationships
  • Staff training and development
  • Staff management
  • Meetings and presentations
  • Relationship building
  • Business development
  • Operations management
  • Revenue growth
  • Budget control
  • Strategic planning
  • Change management
  • Customer satisfaction

Affiliations

  • Council of Supply Chain Management (CSCMP)
  • National Association Professional Women (NAPW)

Education And Professional Training

  • DePICT Project Management
  • Commercial Contract Management
  • Exelerate Certified - IMPAX Strategic Account Sales
  • Wicklander Zulawski Certified

Timeline

Regional Director Operations

THE HOME DEPOT
01.2016 - 10.2024

Director, Direct Fulfillment Delivery Operations

THE HOME DEPOT
01.2014 - 01.2016

Consultant

NEW AGE TRANSPORTATION
01.2013 - 01.2014

Vice President, Operations

DEUTSCHE POST DHL, EXEL DIRECT
01.2011 - 01.2013

College of DuPage

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