Mark Kolesar
Dallas,TX
Summary
Results-driven Director of Operations with over 15 years of experience in optimizing business processes, managing large-scale operations, and driving strategic initiatives. Proven track record in enhancing operational efficiency, reducing costs, and leading high-performance teams to achieve organizational goals. Adept at implementing innovative solutions and fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of Operations
Marley Spoon
12.2022 - Current
- Develop and implement strategies to optimize supply chain processes, reducing lead times by 20% and improving order accuracy by 15%.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to forecast demand, manage inventory levels, and ensure timely replenishment of stock.
- Establish and maintain strong relationships with vendors, negotiating contracts to secure favorable terms and reduce costs by 17%.
- Utilize data-driven insights to identify areas for improvement, implementing process enhancements that resulted in cost savings of 22%.
- Ensure compliance with industry regulations and company policies, maintaining high standards of quality and safety.
- Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to track progress and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
- Implement and oversee the adoption of new technologies and systems to streamline operations and enhance productivity.
Director of Operations
Pattern Jobs
12.2021 - 12.2022
- Manage strategic operations of major accounts across the company; responsible for $70+ million portfolio of accounts
- Oversaw unit economics, P&L, and company spend to drive bottom line profitability and increased profits by 20%
- Lead a team of analysts and account executives and delegate ad-hoc tasks to facilitate day to day operations
- Collaborate with Senior Leadership Team to generate effective strategies and securing profitable business and KPI's.
- Developed and executed strategic plans to achieve organizational goals and drive sustainable growth.
Director of Operations and Supply Chain
Territory Foods
07.2019 - 12.2021
- Oversaw daily operations of the manufacturing facility, ensuring production targets were met and quality standards maintained.
- Developed and implemented operational strategies to improve productivity and reduce costs.
- Managed inventory, procurement, and logistics, optimizing the supply chain and reducing inventory holding costs by 20%.
- Supervised a team of 100+ employees, across five sites, providing training and development to enhance skills and performance.
- Analyze operational and supply chain data to identify trends and make informed decisions.
- Oversaw successful implementation of operational strategies and policies to drive organizational growth and productivity.
- Established strong partnerships with vendors, suppliers, and key stakeholders to improve collaboration and ensure alignment with business requirements.
- Drove revenue growth through the identification of new market opportunities and the expansion of existing products/services offerings.
Operations Manager
Plated
08.2017 - 07.2019
- Responsible for managing a facility of 100+ employees while implementing standard operating procedures, overseeing budget, and staffing to meet all KPIs and metrics
- Develop and execute processes that focus on achieving measurable improvements to production efficiency, inventory management, quality, fulfillment accuracy and on-time delivery
- Train and supervise the Production & Fulfillment Team to optimize productivity and promote growth while ensuring all quality control measures are followed by personnel
- Maintain compliance to all safety rules and food safety regulations and ensure the team is operating in accordance with company and OSHA standards.
Operations Manager
Keystone Automotive
06.2016 - 08.2017
- Oversaw Receiving & Processing Department consisting of 35+ employees while developing and improving processes/procedures to create a more productive/efficient process
- Significantly reduced labor hours by 12% from previous year and drove business through effective strategies to consistently meet goals
- Reduced department budget by 30% and managed dock flow to adhere to KPIs.
Warehouse/Operations Manager
VIA of the Lehigh Valley
07.2014 - 04.2016
Warehouse/Operations Manager
TJ MAXX
07.2007 - 07.2014
Education
High School Diploma -
West Side Area High School
Kingston, PA06.2006
Skills
- Supply Chain Management
- Logistics and Distribution
- Team Leadership and Development
- Process Optimization
- Inventory Management
- Strategic Planning
- Vendor Management
- Budgeting and Cost Control
- Customer Relationship Management
- Data Analysis and Reporting
Timeline
Director of Operations
Marley Spoon
12.2022 - Current
Director of Operations
Pattern Jobs
12.2021 - 12.2022
Director of Operations and Supply Chain
Territory Foods
07.2019 - 12.2021
Operations Manager
Plated
08.2017 - 07.2019
Operations Manager
Keystone Automotive
06.2016 - 08.2017
Warehouse/Operations Manager
VIA of the Lehigh Valley
07.2014 - 04.2016
Warehouse/Operations Manager
TJ MAXX
07.2007 - 07.2014
High School Diploma -
West Side Area High School