Darrell Leggett
San Jose,CA
Summary
Energetic individual with expertise resolving supply chain issues through effective problem solving. Confident Distribution Center Manager ensuring that all processes run smoothly in an effort to meet company objectives and initiatives. Proficient Distribution Center Manager skillful providing positive feedback to team members to foster engaging, pleasant work environment. Competent professional knowledgeable in managing projects to support supply chain initiatives. Collaborative leader with dedication to partnering with coworkers to promote engaged, empowering work culture. Documented strengths in building and maintaining relationships with diverse range of stakeholders in dynamic, fast-paced settings. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Distribution Center Manager
HD Supply
Hayward, CA
10.2019 - Current
- Responsible for 39 drivers, 21 warehouse associates and 2 salaried leaders
- Developed comprehensive training programs for new hires, emphasizing safety regulations and operational best practices.
- Streamlined receiving processes through proper scheduling of inbound shipments, reducing delays in product availability.
- Managed team of supervisors, warehouse, and driver leads fostering positive work environment that promoted collaboration and efficiency.
- Facilitated strong relationships between shifts through clear communication and proper handoff procedures, ensuring seamless transitions.
- Increased employee engagement by conducting regular performance evaluations, providing constructive feedback, and recognizing achievements.
- Managed both inbound and outbound deliveries to verify orders were picked and shipped on time or swiftly and correctly placed into inventory.
Transportation Fleet Manager
The Home Depot Pro Institutional
San Jose, CA
08.2017 - 10.2019
- Responsible for 46 drivers and 3 salaried leaders
- Maintained accurate records of all vehicles'' registration, insurance policies, maintenance logs, and other relevant documentation for easy access during audits or inspections.
- Facilitated smooth communication channels between drivers and dispatchers to improve overall operational flow.
- Optimized routing plans based on real-time traffic data analysis which resulted in decreased travel time during peak hours, through Roadnet software.
- Improved driver performance by conducting regular training sessions, monitoring driving habits, and providing constructive feedback.
- Coordinated with internal departments to ensure seamless integration between transportation requirements and inventory management activities.
Transportation Manager
TempurSealy International
Richmond, CA
12.2016 - 08.2018
- Partnered successfully with manufacturing plant to produce positive on-time delivery results
- Trained, coached and mentored staff to ensure smooth adoption of new program
- Hired and trained 3 new drivers of staff
- Trained, coached and mentored staff to ensure smooth adoption of new program of front load cameras
Transportation Operations Manager
The Complete Logistics Company
Gilroy, CA
10.2015 - 12.2016
- Synthesized project findings into actionable recommendations with demonstrable effects on business performance
- Established transportation cost standards and economical shipping practices
- Scheduled routine maintenance on all tractors and trailers
- Performed safety ride-a-longs for best practices
- Responsible for PNL
- Scheduled daily interaction with customers to ensure adequate service was being provided
- Forecasted manpower requirements based on daily workload and company targets.
- Oversaw team of 15 drivers by reviewing performance to promote timely and efficient deliveries and operations.
Supply Chain Operations / Transportation Manager
Office Depot
Fremont, CA
03.2000 - 08.2015
- Supervised material flow, storage and global order fulfillment
- Selected products for specific routes according to pick sheets
- Unloaded, picked, staged and loaded products for shipping
- Key member of global distribution operations team, which coordinated shipments across country
- Responsible for on time delivery improvement at Office Depot Fremont, from 98% in 2006 with year over year improvement to 99.30% in 2010; Responsible for working in partnership with with third party companies, sales staff and warehouse operations business units to provide world class customer service within planned operating budgets; Successfully maintained sector routed areas, which included coordinating stops and balancing cartons on trucks; Responsible for customer deliveries in South Bay, East Bay, San Francisco, and Peninsula areas through the use of third party companies (Dynamex, UPS, Exel Freight, Conway and UPS Freight; Managed 45 fleet drivers, hiring and qualifications, fleet maintenance and driver safety meetings
- Maintained performance appraisals and administered disciplinary and termination action when necessary; Responsible for setting up goals and monitor performance of 3PL's to achieve established company objectives; Responsible for proper staffing, budget attainment, customer service, quality and continuous improvement mentality.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business Management
University of Phoenix
San Jose, CA08.2025
Bachelor of Arts - Supply Chain Management
Southern New Hampshire University
Manchester, NH01.2020
Senior Management Short Course - Supply Chain Management
Penn State
University Park, NH01.2011
Skills
- Warehouse and fulfillment
- Roadnet/Descartes applications
- Worker safety procedures
- Lean principles
- Forecasting and planning
- Shipping and receiving
- Transportation Management
- Inventory Management
- Shrinkage Control
- Excellent Communication
- Analytical Thinking
- Professionalism
- Warehouse Safe
- Customer Relationship Management
Accomplishments
- Leadership training course at Penn State 2011
- Served as key contributing member to Leadership team as a Process Excellence (PEX) Practitioner using six sigma techniques resulting in capable and predictable processes, ensuring right metrics and right behavior and ensuring employee engagement.
- Increased personnel productivity by 42% by creating a progressive pay program that tied safety and customer service to individual and team performance.
- Reduced Transportation cost by 2 million over the course of one year.
Timeline
Distribution Center Manager
HD Supply
10.2019 - Current
Transportation Fleet Manager
The Home Depot Pro Institutional
08.2017 - 10.2019
Transportation Manager
TempurSealy International
12.2016 - 08.2018
Transportation Operations Manager
The Complete Logistics Company
10.2015 - 12.2016
Supply Chain Operations / Transportation Manager
Office Depot
03.2000 - 08.2015
Bachelor of Science - Business Management
University of Phoenix
Bachelor of Arts - Supply Chain Management
Southern New Hampshire University
Senior Management Short Course - Supply Chain Management
Penn State