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Justin Sather

Littleton,CO

Summary

Dynamic operations leader with 15+ years of experience in distribution, fulfillment and production. Analytical approach to strategic planning, with an expertise in optimizing processes and enhancing team performance through continuous improvement initiatives.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience

Work History

Director of Operations

Station 26 Brewing CO
10.2022 - Current
  • Managed Firehouse operations across production, taproom, merchandise, and marketing departments, ensuring smooth coordination and driving overall business success.
  • Scaled and managed the production of Station 26 core lineup brews across three different contract partners, ensuring consistent quality and efficient production.
  • Optimized operational efficiency by reducing the number of facilities from six to two, leading to significant cost savings and improved resource utilization.
  • Reduced material, ingredient, and merchandise inventory by 65%, improving cash flow across the business.
  • Increased To-Go beer sales by over 50% in the last two years, driving substantial revenue growth and expanding customer demand.
  • Managed the operational transition from sister company TwoSix Craft Distributors to Eagle Rock Distributing (12x larger), ensuring seamless continuity of service and minimal disruption to customers.
  • Upgraded interior and exterior components to provide our customers a welcoming environment, and operational efficiencies for our employees.




Director of Distribution

Kiva Confections
12.2018 - 08.2022
  • Scaled distribution, fulfillment, demand planning and compliance departments during a period of hypergrowth in California's emerging cannabis industry, expanding the workforce from 20 to 100+ employees over the course of 3 years to meet rising customer demand.
  • Directed four warehouse relocation projects to support rapid growth, ensuring operational continuity and efficiency during periods of expansion.
  • Onboarded 15 new suppliers with diverse offerings, expanding product selection and strengthening supply chain relationships.
  • Launched the State Track and Trace system (Metrc), ensuring compliance and streamlining inventory management processes.
  • Transitioned inventory tracking to a Warehouse Management System (WMS), enabling a preferred lot picking fulfillment process to enhance customer satisfaction and efficiency.
  • Optimized warehouse layout to enhance product flow and improve safety standards, resulting in increased operational efficiency and a safer work environment.

Certified Home Inspector

Kenspec & Associates
01.2017 - 12.2018
  • Performed 100+ residential home inspections across the Denver Metro area.
  • Developed a macro system to streamline customer report generation, significantly reducing on-site time and customer wait times.
  • Educated homeowners on maintenance techniques to extend the lifespan of their home's systems.
  • Adhered to all industry standards and guidelines while performing inspections to ensure consistent quality across all projects.

Operations Manager

CR Goodman Companies
05.2007 - 10.2016
  • Managed distribution, fulfillment and administration departments for a craft and import beer distributor during the craft beer boom, driving growth and operational efficiency.
  • Collaborated with the Brewers Association to host the sorting processes for the Great American Beer Festival and World Beer Cup by dedicating 40% of warehouse space, boosting the organization's visibility and reputation in the industry.
  • Successfully transitioned into two new ERP solutions to support business growth, improving operational efficiency and scalability.
  • Onboarded six new suppliers into the portfolio, expanding product offerings and enhancing supply chain capabilities.
  • Developed a fulfillment team to complete order preparation overnight, ensuring readiness for morning operations and keeping pace with business growth.
  • Negotiated with multiple 3PL partners over my tenure to keep operational costs low.

Skills

  • Ability to simplify complex problems
  • Demand Planning/Forecasting
  • Supply Chain Management
  • Contract Partner Management
  • 3PL Management
  • Implementation of ERP Systems
  • Cross Departmental Collaboration
  • Inventory Control

Timeline

Director of Operations

Station 26 Brewing CO
10.2022 - Current

Director of Distribution

Kiva Confections
12.2018 - 08.2022

Certified Home Inspector

Kenspec & Associates
01.2017 - 12.2018

Operations Manager

CR Goodman Companies
05.2007 - 10.2016

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