Mark Carmen
Atlantic City
Summary
Results-driven Warehouse Manager skilled in inventory management, procurement, and logistics. Proven ability to enhance team productivity while implementing cost-saving measures and ensuring compliance with quality standards.
Overview
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Certification
Work History
Warehouse Manager, Sanitation Manager & Procuremen
Formica Freitag Bakery, LLC
2023 - 2026
- Oversaw daily warehouse operations, ensuring efficient inventory management and timely order fulfillment.
- Coordinated logistics for incoming and outgoing shipments, optimizing delivery schedules.
- Prepped large orders for shipment.
- Received all purchases and completed all inspections and paperwork in accordance with SQF standards.
- Created Purchase Orders and negotiated pricing.
- Identified opportunities for cost savings in procurement, renegotiating supplier contracts or seeking alternative sources when necessary.
- Enhanced team productivity with regular training sessions on safety and operational procedures.
- Maintained established levels of goods based on sales forecasts and demand to fulfill orders on time.
- Conducted regular inventories and rotated stock.
- Monitered and completed daily, weekly, monthly and yearly Sanitation programs.
- Kept documentation and records accurate and up-to-date with latest data to prevent errors.
- Enhanced employee productivity, implementing effective scheduling and task delegation strategies.
- Managed inventory of cleaning supplies, ensuring availability and cost-efficiency.
- Oversaw sanitation staff scheduling to optimize workflow and coverage during peak times.
- Resolved sanitation-related issues promptly, minimizing disruption to bakery operations.
- Ensured proper use of chemicals and equipment, reducing workplace accidents related to sanitation tasks.
- Established strong relationships with vendors, ensuring timely delivery of necessary supplies while negotiating favorable pricing terms.
- Provided guidance to employees on proper personal hygiene practices to reduce the spread of illness within the workplace.
- Enhanced food safety by conducting regular inspections and ensuring compliance with local regulations.
- Maintained detailed records of all sanitation activities in accordance with regulatory requirements and company policies.
- Collaborated with quality assurance teams to address any sanitation concerns promptly, upholding high standards of cleanliness throughout the facility.
Assistant General Manager
Baker Boys/Formica Brothers Bakery
2015 - 2023
- Assisted in daily operations, ensuring smooth workflow and adherence to quality standards.
- Coordinated staff schedules, optimizing labor efficiency and coverage during peak hours.
- Developed training materials for new hires, enhancing onboarding process and team performance.
- Implemented inventory management systems, improving accuracy in stock levels and reducing waste.
- Streamlined operational procedures, increasing efficiency and reducing turnaround time for bakery production processes.
- Motivated, trained, and disciplined employees to maximize performance.
- Oversaw inventory management processes to maintain proper stock levels and minimize spoilage or waste.
- Monitored facility maintenance needs, coordinating repairs and upgrades as necessary to keep operations running smoothly.
- Implemented cost-saving measures without compromising on quality, boosting bottom line.
- Negotiated with suppliers to secure cost-effective contracts, improving profit margins.
Plant Manager
Specialities La Cote Basque Bakery
1998 - 2014
- Oversaw daily production operations ensuring adherence to quality standards.
- Implemented process improvements to enhance efficiency and reduce waste.
- Managed inventory levels and coordinated supply chain logistics effectively.
- Trained and mentored staff on best practices and safety protocols.
- Reduced costs by eliminating materials waste and unnecessary labor hours.
- Managed personnel by implementing company policies, procedures, work rules, and disciplinary action.
Education
High School Diploma -
Holy Spirit High School
Absecon, NJSkills
- Shipping and receiving
- Forklift operations
- Warehouse operations
- Inventory and stocking
- Inventory management
- Staff supervision
- Quality assurance
- Employee scheduling
- Logistics
- Documentation
- Production planning
- Operations management
- Billing and invoicing
- Purchasing management
- Cost reduction
- Vendor relationship management
- Storage management
- Warehouse operation oversight
- Warehouse safety
Certification
- Forklift, J.J. Keller & Associates - 5/16/16
- Food Safety and Sanitation, AIB International-current
Languages
Spanish
Professional Working
Timeline
Warehouse Manager, Sanitation Manager & Procuremen
Formica Freitag Bakery, LLC
2023 - 2026
Assistant General Manager
Baker Boys/Formica Brothers Bakery
2015 - 2023
Plant Manager
Specialities La Cote Basque Bakery
1998 - 2014
High School Diploma -
Holy Spirit High School