Chuck Dressler

Email: abp0sx@r.postjobfree.com

Address: ** ********** ****

City: Holden

State: MA

Zip: 01520

Country: USA

Phone: 401-***-****

Skill Level: Director

Salary Range: $75,000

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Job History / Details:

Chuck Dressler

12 Canterbury Lane, Holden, MA 01520-1473

401-***-**** (Cell)

abp0sx@r.postjobfree.com

http://www.linkedin.com/pub/chuck-dressler/57/503/168

DIRECTOR SUPPLY CHAIN / VP SUPPLY CHAIN

Driven and determined Six Sigma professional with over 20 years of extensive experience in inventory, supply chain and logistics management.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Decor Craft, Inc. 2011 - Present

Multi-million dollar international designer and distributor of housewares & electronic products specializing in moderately priced impulse purchase items

Director of Supply Chain Management

Set the strategy for all areas of international logistics including warehouse and inventory management; Plans and implements activities related to the timely, cost-effective procurement, inventory control, planning and quality control of inventory; Coordinate the logistics processes across multiple operations; coordinate international purchasing activities to maintain inventory at optimal levels in timely, cost-effective fashion.

* Reduced purchasing costs by 35%

* Reduced inventory stock outs by 50%

* Reduced obsolete inventory holdings by 75%

Ecological Fibers Inc., Pawtucket, RI 2008 - 2009

Inventory Control Manager

Implemented the Cycle Counting system

Diagnosed Inventory losses due to WIP

AIM Products, Inc. Cranston, RI 2006 - 2007

$150 Million dollar international manufacturer and distributor of solder products to the electronics and automotive industries

Operations Manager (January, 2006 - September, 2006)

Managed the RI distribution facility i.e. Supply Chain, Warehouse, Shipping, Receiving, Inventory control and Facility Maintenance. Introduced Lean/5S operational methodologies, introduced cellular work flow into the shipping department, managed NAFTA, DOT and EPA compliances and paperwork; managed the facility and its equipment.

Introduced Cycle Counting increasing inventory accuracy by 60%

Introduced KANBAN inventory replenishment systems decreasing stock outs by 60%

Reduced stock outs by 43%

Alcraft, Inc., Pawtucket, RI 1983 - 2006

Multi-Million dollar manufacturer and distributor of high-end promotional products targeted toward fortune 500 companies

Vice President of Operations (1990 - May, 2005)

managed strategic supply chain planning, productivity levels and increased new business capabilities, introduced lean/six sigma/5S practices, purchasing and operational methods. Managed NAFTA, DOT and EPA compliances and paperwork; managed the facilities and all the equipment throughout those facilities. Introduced and set up warehousing methods for more accurate inventory control system.

Reduced Total Operating overhead by 35%

Increased output capacity by 65%

Reduced Inventory overhead costs by 50%

Negotiated the purchase and maintenance of a $1.5 million dollar corporate-wide computer system

EDUCATION & TECHNICAL QUALIFICATIONS

Kennedy Western University, BS - Business Administration

Business and Electronics courses, Community College of Rhode Island

Trained Lean/5S/Six Sigma Operational Strategist

Certified Forklift Instructor

Certified DuPont STOP Safety Training for Supervisors

SELECTED ACHIEVEMENTS

* Created a lean distribution workflow:

Observed where lags in distribution shipping and logistics were occurring

Analyzed each step in the spare parts stock process

Reviewed process with staff and identified weak areas within the distribution system

Communicated findings with staff and distribution/logistics personnel

Developed revised controls and systems

Communicated proposals with floor supervisor and coordinated implementation of new systems

Establish ongoing review of processes, monitored entire process to ensure proper procedures were followed

Results:

Increased flow thru efficiency by 100%;

Lean, efficient distribution process and 50% increase in productivity.

* Reorganized the warehouses utilizing the ABC inventory method:

Monitored the storage and picking of spare parts and merchandise along with the frequency of customer orders

Analyzed sales volumes of warehouse parts and products to determine ABC inventory criterion

Instructed warehouse managers and supervisor to rearranged product line based upon real time inventory usage data

Marked warehouse shelving with bay, row and shelf numbers to accurately track inventory storage

Established cycle counting to improve total accuracy of on hand inventory.

Results:

Increased inventory accuracy by 65%

Instituted WIP systems which increased WIP accuracy by 100%

* Designed and implemented physical inventory storage, movement and computer inventory (MRP) system:

Recognized costs were rising due to antiquated inventory control systems

Contacted vendors and commenced researching enormity of project, concluded it was in our best interest to hire a consultant

Worked with consultant to streamline equipment selection process

Negotiated all equipment costs with individual vendors

Designed warehouse layout based on new equipment and drew up blueprints of all construction needs for project

Acted as contractor by hiring subcontractors to complete construction of new warehouse

Oversaw design and/or modified of customized MRP inventory software

Ensured construction was complete on schedule

Arraigned and coordinated all equipment installation

Setup training sessions and step by step procedures to ensure proper inventory storage processes were constantly adhered to

Scheduled follow up visits with all salesmen to ensure equipment and personnel were on track and working properly

Results:

Introduced KANBAN reducing stock outs by 95%.

Increased inventory accuracy to nearly 100%

Introduced MRP software package.

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