DAVID GONZALEZ
Mansfield,TX
Summary
To acquire the position of a Director of Warehouse Operations, Logistics, Distribution, or Production leading to a Successful Management Career where I can apply my expertise in Logistics and Supply Chain for Production & Warehouse Distribution Management to Maximize Efficiency and Increase Productivity while Streamline Current Business Processes to Execute Successful Future Business Strategies.
Logistics and Supply Chain Management Professional with close to 26 years of Successful progression in Logistics, Supply Chain, Production, Warehouse Distribution, Operations, and Transportation with industry-leading companies. Strategic Leader with a proven track record of setting and achieving aggressive goals to maximize company's profit and revenue.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Facilities Manager
The Fricks Company
03.2022 - 10.2024
- Strategically Manage all warehouse team members to ensure execution of all corporate strategies
- Lead and develop warehouse team members to deliver un-paralleled internal and external customer service
- Drive maximum efficiency and productivity in accordance with company budgetary restrictions for entire warehouse
- Use KPI's to mentor team members and for coach to grow while communicating to leadership how effective we are achieving key business strategies and goal attainment
- Develop and achieve warehouse & departmental goals that are aligned with corporate mission and company goals
- Administer full Inbound & Outbound vendor and product procurement
- On-going Analysis of Production, Distribution, P&L, Budget, Fleet, Inventory Management, & Supply Replenishment
- Build and maintain relationships with internal & external Key Decision makers, Increase productivity and efficiency of Logistics & Resource management, Shipping & Receiving
- Operations and Warehouse Distribution
- Develop Strong Business vendor and supplier partnerships
- Ensure all vendor and supplier relationships stay healthy while holding them accountable to ensure that we remain competitive in our industry
- Responsible for Hiring Quality individuals who will bring Value to the company while Right Sizing if necessary
- Define Warehouse/Client Needs, and Present Value Based Solutions
- Identify Gaps to Plan
- Ensure proper HR Procedures/policies
- Identify and Develop Domestic and International comprehensive Transportation and Product Business Solutions
- Ensure compliance and performances are within acceptable specifications
- Full Operation of Mechanical, IT, and RS Systems
- Meet and exceed all Health & Safety regulations
- Conducted periodic audits of inventory levels to ensure accuracy, identifying discrepancies for swift resolution.
- Cleaned and maintained warehouse in compliance with OSHA safety standards.
- Maintained a safe work environment by enforcing strict adherence to OSHA guidelines and company policies.
- Oversaw upkeep of equipment and physical condition of warehouse, identifying and ordering needed repairs, renovations, and replacements.
- Boosted customer satisfaction through timely order fulfillment and accurate inventory tracking.
- Redesigned warehouse layout to accommodate new equipment, maximize space utilization, and optimize processes.
- Increased warehouse efficiency by implementing new inventory management systems and procedures.
- Fostered a positive workplace culture that motivated employees to perform their best while maintaining high morale.
- Built motivated warehouse team to consistently accomplish operations goals and exceed performance targets.
- Conducted regular inspections of physical assets, identifying areas for repair or replacement before issues escalated into costly problems.
- Responded to building emergencies and managed repairs.
- Oversaw all aspects of equipment installation, maintenance, and repair for both internal and external services.
- Achieved cost savings through negotiating service contracts, leveraging long-term relationships with trusted suppliers.
- Managed vendor relationships for cost-effective services, ensuring quality and timely completion of projects.
- Evaluated subcontractor performance for quality assurance purposes, maintaining strong partnerships while holding service providers accountable for their work.
- Controlled expenses to meet budget requirements.
- Improved facility efficiency by implementing preventive maintenance plans and streamlining work order processes.
- Maintained HVAC, temperature control, electrical and building automation systems.
Distribution Manager
Professional Flooring Supply
10.2015 - 02.2022
- Coordinated closely with customer service representatives to address any shipping or delivery issues promptly, improving overall customer satisfaction rates.
- Managed warehouse operations, ensuring proper storage and handling of products to maintain quality.
- Established clear communication channels with sales teams to improve coordination between departments, resulting in smoother workflows throughout the organization.
- Maintained accurate records of all incoming and outgoing shipments, ensuring proper documentation for regulatory compliance purposes.
- Developed strong relationships with vendors and suppliers to ensure timely deliveries and accurate inventory data.
- Increased client retention by providing superior customer service.
- Implemented safety protocols within the warehouse, reducing workplace incidents and maintaining compliance with OSHA regulations.
- Reduced order fulfillment time through the development of streamlined picking and packing procedures.
Distribution Manager
Petmate/ Doscocil
08.2010 - 10.2015
- Managed warehouse operations, ensuring proper storage and handling of products to maintain quality.
- Established clear communication channels with sales teams to improve coordination between departments, resulting in smoother workflows throughout the organization.
- Increased client retention by providing superior customer service.
- Reviewed transportation invoices for accuracy, identifying discrepancies and ensuring prompt resolution.
- Conducted regular performance reviews for distribution staff, providing constructive feedback and setting goals for improvement.
- Successful logistics execution of 1.1 million square ft. warehouse.
- Strategically manage 48 team members to ensure all corporate strategies.
General Manager/Warehouse Distribution Manager
Aarons
07.2000 - 07.2009
- Successfully Manage Operations and Warehouse Distribution for the furniture industry
- Execute successful training of additional team Distribution Managers in various locations (Texas, Ohio, and Maryland) as well as Strategically Manage 21 resources to ensure execution of all corporate strategies
- On going analysis of Budget, Fleet, and Inventory Management to identify gaps to plan
- Ensure proper HR Procedures/policies
- Increase productivity and efficiency of Logistics & Resource management, Shipping & Receiving
- Operations and Warehouse Distribution
- Build and maintain relationships with key decision makers, define warehouse/client needs, and present value based solutions
- Identify and Develop Domestic comprehensive Transportation and Product Business Solutions
- Utilization of expertise in Transportation to determine the best and most economical routing of prepared inventory for shipping
- On-Going Business and Transportation Analysis & Research to better understand and implement company initiatives, goals, and program changes
- Record Management verification to ensure Accuracy and Compliance
- Inventory Management control to ensure all product shipments met acceptable specifications
Distribution Manager
Haggar Clothing Company
07.1993 - 07.2000
- Successful Strategic Leadership and Management of 46 team members
- Implementation & Execution of company initiatives to meet production goals, quality assurance measures, and cost objectives
- Enforcement of all company policies and procedures
- Made budgetary recommendations to optimize the use of equipment & supplies
- Record Management verification to ensure Accuracy and Compliance
- Strategic Team Leader
- Responsible for Training, Leading, and Development of the workforce
Education
High School Diploma - Gender Studies
Eagle Pass High
Eagle Pass, TXSkills
- Strategic Leadership
- Goal Achievement
- Profit Maximization
- Revenue Growth
Certification
- Licensed Forklift Operator - Forklift (29CFR1910.178)
- GMP Certification (Good Manufacturing Practices)
Characterstrengths
- Proven Successful Manager Leadership
- Excellent in Public Relations
- Great Communication and People Skills
- Goal-oriented
- Responsive to Change
- Self-directed
- Self-motivated
- Hardworking
- Honest
- Dependable
- Effective Time Management skills
- Able to Deliver Un-paralleled internal and external Customer Service
References
Available Upon Request
Mission
To acquire the position of a Director of Warehouse Operations, Logistics, Distribution, or Production leading to a Successful Management Career where I can apply my expertise in Logistics and Supply Chain for Production & Warehouse Distribution Management to Maximize Efficiency and Increase Productivity while Streamline Current Business Processes to Execute Successful Future Business Strategies.
Timeline
Facilities Manager
The Fricks Company
03.2022 - 10.2024
Distribution Manager
Professional Flooring Supply
10.2015 - 02.2022
Distribution Manager
Petmate/ Doscocil
08.2010 - 10.2015
General Manager/Warehouse Distribution Manager
Aarons
07.2000 - 07.2009
Distribution Manager
Haggar Clothing Company
07.1993 - 07.2000
High School Diploma - Gender Studies
Eagle Pass High
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