Dale Cheng Jr
Manteca,CA
Summary
Proven leader with a strong background in financial planning and process enhancement. Successfully improved operational efficiency and team performance through strategic data analysis and stakeholder collaboration. Managed budgets across multiple departments and created training initiatives that promoted associate development. Leadership capabilities support a productive and cohesive work culture.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Finance Manager
Amazon
Manteca, CA
10.2023 - Current
- Oversee North America and Emerging Countries Launch Finance teams to ensure operational success.
- Provide FP&A support and business insights for over 100 global launch sites.
- Earn trust and influence director-level business leaders through strategic initiatives.
- Create strategic vision to drive cross-functional goal implementation effectively.
- Manage fixed and variable FP&A cycle planning across multiple cost centers and networks.
- Conduct Building Requirement Specification analysis to enhance template design development.
- Develop launch labor planning analytics to support operational strategies.
Finance Manager
Amazon
Manteca, CA
03.2022 - 10.2023
- Managed budgeting processes across multiple departments to ensure financial accuracy.
- Led financial forecasting efforts to support strategic decision-making and investment planning.
- Developed comprehensive financial reports for executive leadership meetings.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to optimize budget allocation strategies.
- Trained staff on financial software tools to enhance data management efficiency.
- Streamlined expense reporting procedures, increasing overall operational efficiency.
- Analyzed financial data to identify resource utilization and cost-saving opportunities.
Senior Financial Analyst
Amazon
Patterson, CA
03.2018 - 03.2022
- Developed comprehensive financial models that improved forecasting and budgeting accuracy.
- Managed monthly close processes, ensuring compliance with accounting standards.
- Created detailed variance analyses to identify key trends and insights.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to enhance financial reporting precision.
- Presented financial findings to senior management for strategic planning discussions.
- Analyzed financial data to uncover trends, patterns, and actionable strategies.
- Guided stakeholder strategies with targeted financial advice.
- Increased productivity, resulting in decreased labor costs and enhanced operational efficiency.
Operations Manager
Amazon
Patterson, CA
05.2017 - 03.2018
- Streamlined daily operations of fulfillment center to optimize workflow efficiency.
- Implemented process improvements that boosted productivity and minimized waste.
- Monitored team performance and delivered constructive feedback to enhance staff development.
- Enforced safety protocols and ensured compliance standards throughout facility operations.
- Analyzed performance metrics to identify trends and propose effective solutions.
- Coordinated scheduling, training, and inventory management to maintain operational flow.
- Assessed employee development needs and provided guidance on achieving performance goals.
- Conducted root-cause analysis to identify deficiencies and implement corrective measures.
Assistant General Manager
The Home Depot Distribution Center
Lathrop, CA
01.2013 - 05.2017
- Managed three-shift operations for 750,000 sq.ft Stocking Distribution Center.
- Oversaw six Operations Managers, five Operational Supervisors, and one Maintenance Supervisor.
- Supported store customer needs through effective site leadership and 3PL partnerships.
- Drove cost-effective operations by evaluating financials and setting performance expectations.
- Conducted monthly P&L analysis and provided insights to Regional Director.
- Collaborated with production planning manager and HR to maintain proper staffing levels.
- Coached and developed leaders to enhance associate growth and productivity.
- Led implementation of SDC Daily Management System and assisted with two Go-Lives.
Production Planning Manager
The Home Depot RDC
Tracy, CA
01.2011 - 01.2013
- Directed daily, weekly, and monthly labor planning for 657,000 sq. ft. Rapid Deployment Center.
- Facilitated production meetings to enhance operational efficiency.
- Collaborated with site engineers to identify and eliminate operational waste.
- Partnered with HR to maintain optimal staffing levels for productivity.
- Provided performance analysis and strategic consultation to GM regarding financial impacts.
- Aligned with DC Senior Leadership team on financial directives to ensure consistency.
- Contributed to development of three GWA promotions for Area Supervisors and one promotion to Operations Manager.
- Trained two Production Planning Managers, enhancing team capabilities.
Operations Manager
The Home Depot RDC
01.2010 - 01.2011
- Managed 2 Supervisors and 25-32 warehouse associates to ensure efficient operations.
- Developed production plans for 2nd shift in collaboration with Inbound and Outbound teams.
- Motivated Supervisors and warehouse associates through SOPs, coaching, and labor optimization.
- Enhanced processing performance by assessing associate behaviors for improvement opportunities.
- Identified key talent and nurtured informal leaders within the team.
- Served as Continuous Process Improvement representative for Tracy DC.
- Collaborated with network engineering team to pinpoint opportunities for improvement.
- Executed process improvement initiatives while tracking progress effectively.
Night Operations Manager
The Home Depot Store
San Leandro, CA
11.2003 - 01.2010
- Managed Freight and Pack down teams to enhance operational efficiency.
- Monitored associate behaviors, providing feedback to boost workload performance.
- Increased sales through strategic merchandising, maintaining stock levels and superior customer service.
- Collaborated with Inventory Management associates to ensure optimal inventory levels.
- Participated in hiring and termination processes to build effective teams.
- Supported General Manager with store operations including receiving, bookkeeping, and human resources.
- Assisted with type A-1 reset for store 0629 to improve layout and product placement.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Finance
Ashford University
San Diego, CA05-2017
Skills
- Team leadership and collaboration
- Financial planning and budgeting
- Forecasting and performance analysis
- Data analytics and reporting
- Strategic decision-making
- Process improvement and problem-solving
- Stakeholder management and engagement
- Training development and KPI management
- Verbal and written communication
Certification
- Leadership Expansion and Development Program- Cornell University June 2022
- Lean Six Sigma | Certificate of Achievement - Villanova University November 2014
- Certificate of Achievement - Supply Chain Management Professionals October 2010
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Senior Finance Manager
Amazon
10.2023 - Current
Finance Manager
Amazon
03.2022 - 10.2023
Senior Financial Analyst
Amazon
03.2018 - 03.2022
Operations Manager
Amazon
05.2017 - 03.2018
Assistant General Manager
The Home Depot Distribution Center
01.2013 - 05.2017
Production Planning Manager
The Home Depot RDC
01.2011 - 01.2013
Operations Manager
The Home Depot RDC
01.2010 - 01.2011
Night Operations Manager
The Home Depot Store
11.2003 - 01.2010
Bachelor of Arts - Finance
Ashford University
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