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Dominik Hitch

Santa Maria,CA

Summary

Experienced manager with a proven track record in directing, leading, and managing teams across various functions. Demonstrated success in aligning organizational objectives with team efforts to achieve set goals. Skilled in strategic planning and implementation, with expertise in supply chain management, distribution, and operations. Detail-oriented and results-driven professional dedicated to continuous operational improvement and fostering a culture of excellence.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Director of Distribution

Bonipak Produce Co.
Santa Maria, CA
04.2024 - Current
  • Led the distribution operations, overseeing the efficient movement of products to customers
  • Developed and implemented distribution strategies to optimize transportation, warehousing, and delivery processes
  • Managed distribution center operations, including inventory management, order fulfillment, and logistics coordination
  • Collaborated with internal teams and external partners to ensure timely and accurate delivery of products to customers
  • Implemented performance metrics and KPIs to measure and improve distribution performance
  • Identified opportunities for cost savings and process improvements within the distribution network
  • Ensured compliance with regulatory requirements and safety standards in distribution operations
  • Provided leadership and direction to distribution team members, fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.

Director of Supply Chain

Bonipak Produce Co.
Santa Maria, CA
04.2023 - 03.2024
  • Led strategic planning and implementation of supply chain initiatives to optimize efficiency and reduce costs
  • Oversaw procurement, inventory management, logistics, and distribution processes
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment of supply chain activities with organizational objectives
  • Implemented performance monitoring and evaluation systems to track key metrics and identify areas for improvement
  • Developed and maintained relationships with key suppliers and vendors to ensure timely delivery of materials and services
  • Implemented best practices and process improvements to enhance supply chain resilience and agility
  • Managed risk and compliance within the supply chain to mitigate potential disruptions
  • Led continuous improvement efforts to streamline processes and drive operational excellence.

Operations Manager

Bonipak Produce Co.
Santa Maria, CA
01.2021 - 01.2023
  • Identified and rectified unauthorized, unsafe, or inefficient practices
  • Established and optimized internal policies to ensure responsiveness to demands
  • Assisted in recruiting, hiring, and training team members
  • Provided guidance and training to maintain high productivity and performance standards
  • Oversaw a team of 30 employees, optimizing efficiency in receiving, packaging, storage, and cooling of products
  • Supported executive decision-making and strategy planning by cultivating productive relationships with top leaders and advocating for personnel issues
  • Directed product flow and communicated delays and challenges to management, offering solutions
  • Planned and allocated personnel and resources for operational exercises, resulting in highly trained personnel prepared for critical roles
  • Reviewed shift reports to analyze current performance trends
  • Spearheaded initiatives to improve product flow, enhance operational efficiency, and increase revenue
  • Enhanced productivity KPIs through comprehensive training on procedures and safety protocols.

Product Manager

Bonipak Produce Co.
Santa Maria, CA
01.2014 - 01.2021
  • Managed inventory flow from field to consumer, ensuring efficiency, effectiveness, and profitability
  • Defined and analyzed metrics to evaluate product performance
  • Forecasted daily and future product availability, quality, and pricing
  • Anticipated customer demand and volume, aligning with harvest and regional factors
  • Ensured continuity of supply to key customers and communicated open market availability to the sales team
  • Collaborated with sales, harvest, and production teams for demand planning
  • Led cross-departmental projects to streamline operations and improve efficiency
  • Managed raw product for processing plants and provided support to sales account managers.

Education

Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with an Emphasis in Accounting -

California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo
03.2014

Skills

  • Warehousing Operations
  • Performance Evaluation
  • Demand forecasting
  • Cost Reduction
  • Inventory Management
  • Staff Development
  • Strategic Planning
  • Supplies inventory
  • Supply Chain Optimization
  • Staff Management
  • MS Excel

Timeline

Director of Distribution

Bonipak Produce Co.
04.2024 - Current

Director of Supply Chain

Bonipak Produce Co.
04.2023 - 03.2024

Operations Manager

Bonipak Produce Co.
01.2021 - 01.2023

Product Manager

Bonipak Produce Co.
01.2014 - 01.2021

Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with an Emphasis in Accounting -

California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo

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