Dedicated professional with proven performance in management, leadership and communication. Detail-oriented in problem-solving and planning. Multiple DC startup experience.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
DISTRIBUTION OPERATIONS MANAGER
Sweetwater Sound
11.2022 - Current
Responsible for startup of ECommerce distribution facility outbound department
Lead a team of employees towards outbound order fulfillment direct ship to customers
Implemented strategic business objectives, strategies and plans in support of company's strategic goals
Track and trace goods while en route to destinations, expediting orders when necessary
Work closely with shipping companies and logistics providers to optimize delivery of products worldwide
Direct outbound warehouse activities, safety performance, and logistics quality management
DISTRIBUTION AREA MANAGER
TJX - MARSHALLS DISTRIBUTION
09.2017 - 11.2022
Actively led and motivated team members and work with peers to ensure all daily safety and operational goals are met
Improved individual performance from 40% over 100% to 100% of team over 100%
Monitor associate progress, work methods, behaviors and work pace
Provide coaching to develop and mentor teams
Influenced all shifts to follow standard positive work practices
Drive continuous improvement of team and building
INVENTORY MANAGER
WINCO FOODS DISTRIBUTION
03.2014 - 08.2017
Controlled 11,000 SKU's for grocery and perishable inventory Maintained compliance on all food safety programs
Regularly slotted new items within warehouse to provide most efficient selecting and replenishment
Organized family groupings for store efficiency while unloading and stocking product for cross contamination
Managed all safety related product recalls from outside vendors
Ensured inventory levels are accurate before, during and after daily selecting
FACILITY SUPPORT MANAGER
WinCo Foods Distribution
03.2014 - 08.2017
Refined process to purchase supplies for warehouse
Managed waste disposal and recycling programs of cardboard and plastic
Supervised on-site pallet service by ensuring all pallets met or exceeded standards
Organized and coordinated yard trailers to support DC pallet program
Worked closely with several outside vendors that provide services to the facility or products that are ordered and used in the facility
INBOUND/OUTBOUND MANAGER
WinCo Foods Distribution
03.2014 - 08.2017
Strategically planned daily operations of department with daily forecasting and staffing to volume to meet budgeted goals
Customized a daily and weekly area tracking spreadsheet to assist management in identifying trends within departments
Ensured quality operational decisions were made on 2nd shift with absence of AGM/GM
AREA MANAGER
WALGREENS DISTRIBUTION
01.2010 - 11.2013
Developed and trained team members on effective methods, operations and procedures
Effectively managed payroll and timekeeping, including completion of the proper paperwork for new hires and terminations
Successfully worked with budgets and P&L statements
Coordinated and led Lean Kaizen events and 5S projects on regular basis
AREA MANAGER
DEL MONTE FOODS - DISTRIBUTION
11.2008 - 01.2010
Planned and implemented a new automated scheduling program
Minimized detention accruals by closely monitor loading and unloading process
Actively lead and motivate a team 50+ union employees
OPERATIONS MANAGER/AREA MANAGER
WAL-MART DISTRIBUTION
05.1997 - 08.2008
Performed 3 start ups averaging 1 million sq ft facilities
Successfully implemented process improvement techniques to increase accuracy and productivity while removing obstacles
Developed and implemented a new daily forecasting tool for warehouse to determine volume levels in order to accurately plan
Worked within budget guidelines and managing P&L reports
Managed a team 100 associates in a 850,000 square foot start up facility
Education
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE - BUSINESS MANAGEMENT
Northern Michigan University
Marquette, MI
05.1997
Certification
White and Yellow Belt Certification - Emergency Response Team - CPR and First Aid Education and Training, US