Results-driven Facility Director with expertise in operations management and team leadership. Delivered cost reductions through strategic inventory control and enhanced staff performance. Developed communication and training programs to ensure compliance and safety, utilizing analytical thinking to resolve challenges and meet performance goals.
Overview
35
35
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications
Work History
Facility Director
Manhattan Beer Distributors
07.2015 - Current
Managed facility P&L, budgeting, scheduling, KPI metrics, and staffing to ensure operational efficiency.
Led and developed team members through regular training sessions and performance feedback.
Design and implement staffing strategies to ensure proper staffing levels and a flexible workforce
Oversaw inventory and equipment to align performance needs with cost control measures.
Ensure company's physical assets (building, equipment, and inventory) are properly controlled maintained and protected.
Saved costs by managing shrink processes and inventory levels for corrective action planning.
Ensure compliance with company's OSHA, DOT and EPA regulations
Implement policies and procedures to reduce work related injuries
Maintain the union and non-union status of the work force
Work closely with team members to communicate and educate them on company policies, procedures and processes.
Prepared and presented comprehensive reviews on facility performance weekly, monthly, and quarterly.
Mentored junior team members by providing guidance and support in their professional development.
Warehouse Manager
Manhattan Beer Distributors
09.2009 - 07.2015
Oversaw shipping and receiving activities
Managed day-to-day shipping and receiving
Inspected product load for accuracy and safely transported it around the warehouse.
Coached warehouse team on FIFO monitoring to ensure product rotation and minimize waste.
Conducted training sessions for staff on operational procedures
Forecasted manpower requirements based on daily workload and company targets to optimize staffing levels.
Planned stock quantities according to marketplace demand and sales forecasts to align inventory with operational needs.
Adhered to company audit rules during inventory counts
Researched issues to address shipping errors
Provided detailed instructions for job responsibilities, safety protocols and company guidelines to employees.
Oversaw scheduling for the day-to-day activities
Delivery Manager
Manhattan Beer Distributors
07.2006 - 09.2009
Collaborated with sales team and customer service to achieve on-time delivery of shipments
Coordinated daily dispatch for route and trailer drivers to meet delivery schedules
Trained and developed new drivers
Provided detailed instructions for job responsibilities, safety protocols and company guidelines to employees.
Maintained DOT compliance records to ensure safety and regulatory adherence
Warehouse Manager
Manhattan Beer Distributors
01.1999 - 07.2006
Planned stock quantities according to marketplace demand and sales forecasts.
Managed shipping and receiving activities to ensure timely order fulfillment
Managed day-to-day shipping and receiving
Inspected product loads for accuracy and coordinated safe transportation within warehouse
Oversaw scheduling for the day-to-day activities
Forecasted manpower requirements based on daily workload and company targets.
Trained warehouse team on FIFO monitoring to maintain inventory integrity
Provided training sessions to staff on operational procedures
Researched issues to address shipping errors
Provided detailed instructions for job responsibilities, safety protocols and company guidelines to employees.
Adhered to company audit rules during inventory counts
Procurement/Inventory Manager
Manhattan Beer Distributors
05.1998 - 01.1999
Managed inventory levels and performed cycle counts to ensure accuracy.
Ordered and coordinated shipments from suppliers to maintain supply chain efficiency.
Operations Manager
Union Beer Distributors
05.1991 - 05.1998
Oversaw daily warehouse and delivery operations to ensure timely fulfillment of orders.
Coordinated manpower scheduling to align workforce availability with business demands and financial targets.
Implemented cycle counts to enhance inventory accuracy and prevent discrepancies.
Communicated with suppliers to manage inventory levels