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Ferdinand Garcia Jr.
A.P. Moller Maersk
Ewing,NJ
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Desired Job Title
Director of LogisticsDirector of Fullfillment CentersDirector of Warehouse OperationsDirector of Supply Chain
Work Type
Full TimeContract Work
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Professional Summary
A dynamic logistics executive with decades of experience driving end-to-end supply chain optimization, multi-site warehousing, and large-scale transportation operations across diverse industries. Proven track record of implementing Lean Six Sigma and Kaizen initiatives to deliver measurable cost reductions, process improvements, and cultural transformations that align operations with evolving market demands, expertise spans import/export compliance, hazardous materials management, WMS, TMS, and ERP integrations, advanced inventory control.
Work History
3 Years 10 Months
08.2022 - Current
3 Years 10 Months
Warehouse HSE Manager
A.P. Moller Maersk | Carteret, NJ
08.2022 - Current
- Maintained consistent on-time delivery performance by managing high-volume warehouse operations across three 3PL fulfillment centers in Carteret, Dayton, Jamesburg, New Jersey
- Leading a management team of 23 managing a group of 1,400 team associates in pick and pack operations, overseeing import transportation receiving and cross-docking activities, ensuring adherence to safety standards in cold chain operations.
- Developed and guided a comprehensive powered industrial truck program, leading to a 30% reduction in workplace incidents by enhancing equipment compliance protocols.
- Conducted over 15 detailed incident investigations resulting in a 20% improvement in employee safety culture and ensured compliance with OSHA standards.
- Increased employee participation by 15% in daily safety walks and compliance initiatives by designing and delivering engaging training materials to support hazard recognition
- Identified and mitigated operational risks in cold chain compliance for USDA, FDA, and Hazardous Materials, achieving 100% compliance during regulatory audits.
- Directed ISO 45001 and OSHA regulatory reporting requirements by utilizing SAP Warehouse Management and Gen-suite Safety platforms
- Developed and implemented safety programs to ensure compliance with environmental regulations.
- Conducted risk assessments and audits to identify potential hazards in workplace environments.
1 Year 6 Months
02.2021 - 08.2022
1 Year 6 Months
Senior Supply Chain Consultant
Robert Half International | White Plains, NY
02.2021 - 08.2022
- Elevated forecast accuracy and reduced variance by leading business reviews and delivering advanced P&L analysis forecasting across Latin America business lines with a $16M budget
- Developed a dashboard using Microsoft Excel that improved financial Supply Chain process efficiency by 20%, enabling better operational analysis for over 100 customers.
- Condensed 40% month-end close by designing standardized Excel templates integrated with Oracle enabling faster performance measurement of profit margin reconciliation
- Bolstered decision support and profitability analysis by creating user-friendly Tableau reporting tools that provided real-time data visualization for executive presentations
- Developed strategic planning initiatives and benchmark reports that improved team performance metrics, leading to a 10% increase in forecast reliability for Health & Benefits and Corporate Risk.
2 Years 10 Months
04.2018 - 02.2021
2 Years 10 Months
Assistant Plant Manager
Krinos Foods LLC | Bronx, NY
04.2018 - 02.2021
- Improved inventory accuracy through systematic audits and training, optimizing bin location availability by 25%, and implemented a Warehouse Management System (WMS) that enhanced outbound shipping processes.
- Constructed a facility regulatory and safety process to be in 100% compliance creating a comprehensive emergency evacuation plan aligned with OSHA and SQF requirements
- Simplified the customer returns process, training staff on FIFO best practices and reducing inventory discrepancies by 15%, resulting in a 20% increase in customer satisfaction scores.
- Revamped receiving processes, resulting in a 25% increase in the accuracy and speed of processing for over 1,000 shipments monthly.
2 Years 1 Month
03.2016 - 04.2018
2 Years 1 Month
Regional Safety Manager
Baldor Specialty Foods | Bronx, NY
03.2016 - 04.2018
- Decreased workers' compensation claims by 48% in the last 11 months by executing standardized injury prevention procedures, ergonomic assessments, and targeted safety training
- Instituted a comprehensive incident investigation policy and root cause analysis procedures, alongside a return-to-work duty program, which resulted in a 30% reduction in lost time occurrences from workplace incidents.
- Introduced a powered industrial equipment safety performance program that resulted in the certification of 50 operators, ensuring their training and pre-use inspection processes complied with OSHA and DOT standards.
- Implemented SOX-formatted policies and developed site-specific safety scorecards to enhance regulatory compliance and improve audit readiness.
- Developed a comprehensive Employee Safety Engagement and Awareness Program for new hire orientation that improved knowledge retention, resulting in a 30% reduction in workplace incidents during the subsequent year.
- Established a Cross-Functional Safety Team focused on workplace safety, implementing targeted compliance initiatives and corrective action plans to achieve 100% compliance with safety regulations
2 Years 9 Months
09.2012 - 06.2015
2 Years 9 Months
CI Champion / Lean Kaizen Transformation Manager
Walgreens / Duane Reade | Maspeth, NY
09.2012 - 06.2015
- Increased operational reliability by 25% in the distribution center by deploying Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) and key department metrics, leading to consistent achievement of KPIs across all teams.
- Achieved 3% profit and loss savings against forecasted budgets leading cost reduction initiatives through Six Sigma and Kaizen events focused on waste elimination in workflow
- Enhanced organization in three key operational areas by implementing 5S programs, leading to a 20% reduction in workflow disruptions.
- Coordinated a measurable 15% reduction in process waste supporting sustainable continuous improvement to culture and associate engagement
- Developed and implemented performance dashboards with visual management controls using Tableau and advanced Excel enabling data-driven decisions and transparency for KPI's
- Served as a lead member of the Walgreens Lean Initiative Council, delivering strategic solutions for 100% compliance with end-to-end process improvements
5 Years 10 Months
11.2006 - 09.2012
5 Years 10 Months
Regional Director of Supply Chain
Corn Flour Manufacturing | Brentwood, NY
11.2006 - 09.2012
- Controlled profit and loss monitoring, optimizing ERP/MRP operations, leading to 15% operational efficiency increase while ensuring 100% regulatory compliance
- Formulated inventory controls and replenishment, improving strategic stock levels by 20% and enhancing reporting efficiency for local and regional deliveries in the northeast
- Modernized negotiated favorable rates with local and OTR carriers, achieving a 15% cost reduction for clients while ensuring compliance with safety and regulatory standards
- Critiqued the profit and loss for the location, achieving a 15% reduction in costs through strategic analysis and targeted savings initiatives
- Guided monthly problem-solving meetings with contracted staff, carriers, and rail providers ensuring continued improved on-time performance which increased 94.2% to 98.7% overall
- Reorganized inventory management processes, boosting product on time delivery efficiency by 25% to meet daily customer demands
- Communicated with local and OTR carriers for daily P&D operations, achieving a 95% on-time delivery rate
7 Years 6 Months
05.1999 - 11.2006
7 Years 6 Months
Director of Global Operations
TOPP 3PL | Carteret, NJ
05.1999 - 11.2006
- Supervised the profit and loss for 5 distribution centers and 4 customs freight stations, driving a 15% increase in efficiency through streamlined operations and Warehouse audits
- Supported the dedicated line haul and OTR lanes across 48 states, enhancing route and on time efficiency by 20%
- Synchronized the coordination of 200+ daily freight shipments across multiple terminals, improving on-time delivery by 40% while ensuring regulatory compliance
- Recruited and trained the driver workforce from 137 local drivers to 310, and grew the over-the-road (OTR) driver roster to 854, resulting in a 45% increase in capacity that contributed to $38.6M in additional revenue over two years.
- Rehabilitated recruitment and retention processes for team members, enhancing compliance with USDA, FDA, and OSHA standards while boosting customer service satisfaction by 20%
- Reconciled daily cycle count audits across 5 distribution centers, ensuring 100% compliance and reducing shipping errors by 20%
8 Years 10 Months
07.1990 - 05.1999
8 Years 10 Months
Assistant Terminal Manager
Nations Way Transport Service | South Plainfield, NJ
07.1990 - 05.1999
- Achieved a 30% increase in customer satisfaction scores by promptly addressing over 100 customer inquiries and effectively resolving issues weekly.
- Managed a $5M Profit and Loss budget, effectively allocating resources to achieve a 10% increase in revenue for the terminal.
- Trained 15 staff members in operational procedures and customer engagement strategies, resulting in a 30% increase in customer satisfaction scores.
- Combined shipments to optimize logistics, improving movement efficiency by 25% and ensuring timely delivery of customer products in local and regional markets.
- Implemented safety policies and protocols that improved compliance with DOT and OSHA regulations, achieving 100% safety audit success in the workplace
- Managed terminal operations and streamlined processes, reducing operational time by 45%, while handling air, ocean, and rail cargo to achieve consistent on-time delivery.
Master Sergeant E-8
United States Marine Corps | Okinawa, Vietnam, Laos, Cambodia
- Received an Honorable Discharge from the United States Marine Corps after serving as Master Sergeant, leading a reconnaissance platoon of 20 Marines in support of the Third Marine Division's operations.
- Managed recovery operations for 10+ high-stakes projects in fast-paced settings, effectively adapting strategies to meet dynamic challenges
- Conducted combat training sessions for personnel, improving operational readiness through hands-on exercises and tactical simulations.
- Received service medals and meritorious citations for leadership and strategic execution during key military operations in the United States Marine Corps Third Marine Division
- Received multiple military awards including the Bronze Star Medal for Valor and the Purple Heart for injuries sustained in combat, as well as the Marine Corps Combatant Diver Badge and Master Parachutist Badge during distinguished service.
- Third Marine Division Reconnaissance Battalion FMF / PAC
- Awarded: Marine Corps Combatant Diver Badge / Marine Corps Master Parachutist Badge / Expert Rifle Badge / Expert Pistol Badge National Defense Medal / Good Conduct Medal / Meritorious Service Medals / Combat Action Medal / Bronze Star Medal for Valor / Purple Heart Medal
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration - Management
CUNY Hunter College | New York City, NY
GPA: 3.6
Skills
Leadership
Supervision
Motivation
Change Management
Transportation Logistics
Reverse Logistics
Cold Chain Operations
Distribution Warehouse Fulfillment
Certification
- Certified Food Safety Professional, 04/18, FISMA
- Certified Food Defense Awareness, 04/18, Food Safety Preventive Controls Alliance
- Hazardous Material Handling D.O.T., 49 CFR / Part 172 Subpart H / Subpart I Security Planning
- IATA/ICAO Dangerous Goods D.O.T., 49 CFR / Ground / Rail / Ocean / Air / Part 172 Subpart H / Subpart I Certified: A04685
- Indirect Air Carrier Security Training, TSA / IAC / IATA – CNS
- Secret Clearance, Top Secret Clearance – TS/SCI
Timeline
Warehouse HSE Manager
A.P. Moller Maersk
08.2022 - CurrentRead more
Senior Supply Chain Consultant
Robert Half International
02.2021 - 08.2022Read more
Assistant Plant Manager
Krinos Foods LLC
04.2018 - 02.2021Read more
Regional Safety Manager
Baldor Specialty Foods
03.2016 - 04.2018Read more
CI Champion / Lean Kaizen Transformation Manager
Walgreens / Duane Reade
09.2012 - 06.2015Read more
Regional Director of Supply Chain
Corn Flour Manufacturing
11.2006 - 09.2012Read more
Director of Global Operations
TOPP 3PL
05.1999 - 11.2006Read more
Assistant Terminal Manager
Nations Way Transport Service
07.1990 - 05.1999Read more
CUNY Hunter College - Bachelor of Arts, Business Administration - Management
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Master Sergeant E-8
United States Marine Corps
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