Michael Lettieri
Haines City,FL
Summary
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
1
1
Certification
Work History
Facility Director
Manhattan Beer Distributors
Suffern, New York
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
Suffern, New York
09.2009 - 07.2015
- Oversaw daily warehouse operations, ensuring efficient workflow and adherence to safety standards.
- Managed inventory control systems, optimizing stock levels and reducing waste.
- Trained and mentored staff on best practices for material handling and equipment operation.
- Analyzed warehouse metrics to identify trends, driving strategic decisions for resource allocation.
- Cleaned and maintained warehouse in compliance with OSHA safety standards.
- Maintained a safe work environment by enforcing strict adherence to OSHA guidelines and company policies.
- Redesigned warehouse layout to accommodate new equipment, maximize space utilization, and optimize processes.
Delivery Manager
Manhattan Beer Distributors
Suffern, New York
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
Bronx, New York
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.
- Developed and maintained vendor relationships to enhance supply chain efficiency and reliability.
- Coordinated logistics for incoming shipments, streamlining operations to reduce lead times.
- Created and updated regular inventory reports and records.
- Maintained sufficient inventory levels to meet customer demands at all times.
- Reduced stock discrepancies with thorough monitoring of inventory levels and timely resolution of issues.
Operations Manager
Union Beer Distributors
Brooklyn, New York
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
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Business Management
Nassau Community College
New York06.1991
Skills
- Facility management
- Operations management
- Inventory control
- Budgeting and forecasting
- KPI metrics
- Team leadership
- Problem solving
- Effective communication
- Training and development
- Cost reduction strategies
- Staff performance evaluation
- Computer skills
- Active listening
- Leadership
Certification
- OSHA Forklift Certified
- CDL - Class A
Timeline
Facility Director
Manhattan Beer Distributors
07.2015 - Current
Warehouse Manager
Manhattan Beer Distributors
09.2009 - 07.2015
Delivery Manager
Manhattan Beer Distributors
07.2006 - 09.2009
Warehouse Manager
Manhattan Beer Distributors
01.1999 - 07.2006
Procurement/Inventory Manager
Manhattan Beer Distributors
05.1998 - 01.1999
Operations Manager
Union Beer Distributors
05.1991 - 05.1998
Associate of Applied Science - Business Management
Nassau Community College