William Negron
Hurst,TX
Summary
Resourceful Distribution Manager with excellent leadership, warehouse management and supply chain optimization skills. Hardworking and organized with expertise in manufacturing and team building skills. Offering 25+ years of experience in the Manufacturing Industry.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Manager, Distribution Operations
Perennials And Sutherland, LLC
Dallas, TX
01.2018 - 02.2024
- Managed operating budget meeting department goals.
- Implemented procedures improving inventory accuracy.
- Developed and implemented operating procedures for receiving, handling, storing and shipping.
- Enhanced distribution efficiency by implementing strategic operational plans and monitoring key performance indicators.
Senior Sampling Manager
Perennials And Sutherland, LLC
Dallas, TX
04.2016 - 01.2018
- Maximized performance by monitoring daily activities and mentoring team members.
- Developed quality assurance practices for each phase of development
- Controlled resources and assets for department activities to comply with industry standards and government regulations.
Manufacturing Supervisor
Interstate Threaded Products
Dallas, TX
03.2015 - 03.2016
- Located and resolved problems with team production and performance to maintain consistent quality levels.
- Supervised ongoing daily production phases.
- Identified problems and implemented effective solutions.
- Reduced downtime by conducting regular equipment maintenance and addressing issues promptly.
Warehouse Team Leader
Legacy, SCS
Fort Worth, TX
01.2013 - 03.2015
- Marked stock with identification tags and labels to outline information such as storage locations.
- Handled freight and parcel shipment schedules, return and transfer processes and oversight of daily warehouse operations.
- Streamlined new employee onboarding process to reduce training time and integrate new hires into the team more effectively.
Manufacturing Production Supervisor
Propper Manufacturing
Mayaguez, Puerto Rico, USA
05.2009 - 08.2012
- Planned, organized and monitored resources to deliver efficient use of labor, equipment and materials.
- Contributed to workforce planning efforts by accurately forecasting staffing needs based on historical trends and projected future demand.
- Coached, trained and mentored 24 associates to maximize performance above 90% and meet productivity goals.
Manufacturing Manager
West Point Apparel Group
Mayaguez, Puerto Rico, USA
02.2006 - 05.2009
- Liaison between DSCP (Defense Supply Center Philadelphia) and the company on all matters pertaining product deliveries.
- Conducted performance reviews each quarter, offering praise and recommendations for improvement.
- Changed equipment over to new products to meet customer requirements.
- Revitalized operational structures and procedures to successfully control turnover and waste, enhance output, and boost overall quality.
Contract Administrator / Purchasing Manager
SNC (Sitnasuak Native Corp) Manufacturing
Orocovis, Puerto Rico, USA
06.2003 - 02.2006
- In conjunction with the other departments, a bid was filled out and submitted to DSCP in order to get awarded contracts.
- Enhanced client relationships by providing exceptional support during the contract negotiation process.
- Stored and filed contract documents in orderly, organized systems.
- Negotiated with suppliers the blanket orders of required materials to assemble the final product.
Restaurant Manager
The Ritz Carlton San Juan Hotel And Casino
San Juan, Puerto Rico, USA
04.2001 - 04.2003
- Conducted performance evaluations for staff members, identifying areas of improvement while recognizing outstanding achievements as well.
- Collaborated closely with other departments within the organization, such as marketing and finance, to achieve shared goals and maintain seamless operations.
- Kept facility compliant with health codes, sanitation requirements and license regulations, alleviating potentially heavy fines.
Assistant General Manager
Pizzeria Uno Chicago Bar & Grill
Mayaguez, Puerto Rico, USA
01.2000 - 04.2001
- Observed each employee's individual strengths and initiated mentoring program to improve areas of weakness.
- Increased customer satisfaction by addressing and resolving concerns in a timely manner.
- Analyzed customer feedback data to identify areas of improvement and develop solutions.
Manufacturing Supervisor
Verpas Chemical Manufacturers
Carolina, Puerto Rico, USA
08.1998 - 12.1999
- Responsible of the coordination of labor resources and available equipment.
Manufacturing Plant Manager
La Sultanita,S.A (twin Plant Ariela Inc)
Dominican Republic
06.1995 - 05.1998
- Launched staff engagement, gender diversity and cultural programs in addition to robust reporting tool that increased operational quality.
- Monitored and evaluated plant performance to identify areas for improvement and take corrective measures.
- Reduced production downtime with regular equipment maintenance and troubleshooting.
- Led, trained and coached plant staff to facilitate high levels of productivity and quality.
Shipping / Finishing Manager
Ariela Inc
Mayaguez, Puerto Rico, USA
08.1990 - 03.1995
- Overlooked the work of 5 production supervisors (laundry, pressing, final inspection, repairs and packing)
- Set production goals and motivated team to achieve such goals.
- Coordinated production operations by calculating material and labor needs to maximize resources.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration / Information Management
Intermaerican University of San German
San German, Puerto Rico, USASkills
- Project Management
- Process Monitoring
- Scheduling / Planning
- Quality Assurance
- Purchasing Negotiation
- Inventory Control
- Cost Analysis
- Time Studies
- BOM development
- Fully Bilingual (English / Spanish)
Timeline
Senior Manager, Distribution Operations
Perennials And Sutherland, LLC
01.2018 - 02.2024
Senior Sampling Manager
Perennials And Sutherland, LLC
04.2016 - 01.2018
Manufacturing Supervisor
Interstate Threaded Products
03.2015 - 03.2016
Warehouse Team Leader
Legacy, SCS
01.2013 - 03.2015
Manufacturing Production Supervisor
Propper Manufacturing
05.2009 - 08.2012
Manufacturing Manager
West Point Apparel Group
02.2006 - 05.2009
Contract Administrator / Purchasing Manager
SNC (Sitnasuak Native Corp) Manufacturing
06.2003 - 02.2006
Restaurant Manager
The Ritz Carlton San Juan Hotel And Casino
04.2001 - 04.2003
Assistant General Manager
Pizzeria Uno Chicago Bar & Grill
01.2000 - 04.2001
Manufacturing Supervisor
Verpas Chemical Manufacturers
08.1998 - 12.1999
Manufacturing Plant Manager
La Sultanita,S.A (twin Plant Ariela Inc)
06.1995 - 05.1998
Shipping / Finishing Manager
Ariela Inc
08.1990 - 03.1995
Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration / Information Management
Intermaerican University of San German