MIKE GALLAGHER

** ********* ***** ~ Wantage, NJ *7461 ~ 973-***-**** ~ acao8f@r.postjobfree.com

QUALIFICATIONS PROFILE

Strategic and experienced Distributions Director with solid and progressive experience in diverse areas of product

management and distribution. Possess 18 years of industry experience with proven abilities to reduce costs,

establish productivity goals, and lead cross functional teams. Adept in performing within dynamically changing

environments, requiring focused decision-making. Skilled in streamlining business processes, implementing cost

control measures, and enhancing operational efficiency.

CORE COMPETENCIES

Organizational leadership Talent acquisition Intermac RF scanning devices

Strategic planning Cost reduction WMS and ASW

Performance management Project management RLM for apparel software

Business relations development Management training BlueCherry apparel software

Streamlining supply chain operations AS400 2FS apparel software

Microsoft Word and Excel Microsoft NAV

CAREER HIGHLIGHTS

Met or exceeded financial and shipping goals.

Effectively managed budgets, staffing and productivity to reduce costs significantly.

Identified and implemented more efficient distribution and shipping software.

Provided consultation services to start-up apparel company in transferring warehousing and distribution to a third

party facility.

Implemented automated WMS for 450,000 sq. ft. distribution facility.

PROFESSIONAL BACKGROUND

PCI ANIMAL HEALTH, (2011 – Present)

Distribution Consultant-Director

Observe distribution process, identify needs for process improvement and implement changes for large

distribution center, servicing veterinary clinics with animal grade pharmaceutical and dietary products.

Key Achievements:

Developed and implement improved operational processes and procedures.

Implemented new distribution and shipping software.

Trained management and staff on new procedures and software.

Maintained accurate inventory by conducting thorough cycle counts, making necessary adjustments, and

transfers in WMS system.

Implemented new inventory location system.

Provided reporting on distribution center overhead costs and budgeting.

Maintained controlled substances records for DEA audits and inspections.

Consistently met or exceeded quarterly financial and shipping goals while reducing costs.

Successfully assisted in the acquisition of the organization by competitor.

CONTEMPORARY STREETWEAR/ CAVI, (2009 – 2011)

Director-Distribution (Consultant)

Provided expertise in distribution as a consultant to a start-up organization. Led them to a successful warehousing

and distribution transition to a third party facility.

Key Achievements:

Negotiated pricing and other contractual agreements with 3PL provider.

Instructed 3PL management on systems and procedures.

Monitored performance management, invoicing and quality control.

Advised and trained management team on talent management.

Collaborated with sales and production leaders in successfully launching brand ’s first major department

store appearance with Macy’s.

BERNARD CHAUS INC., (1999-2008)

Director-Distribution, 2004-2008

Managed all phases of distribution in 450,000 sq. ft. fully automated facility with more than 60 union warehouse

employees and five supervisors. Responsible for overseeing 3 rd party facilities in NJ, CA and FL.

Key Achievements:

Reported directly to the VP of Logistics.

Implemented fully automated WMS and trained warehouse supervisors and staff on use of RF scanning

devices, scanning all inbound GOH, and flat packed cartonized goods resulting in reduced overhead costs.

Managed staffing, training and development.

Maintained constant communication with supervisors and staff.

Succeeded in meeting all monthly, quarterly, and yearly goals with average of 120 million dollar sales

annually.

Managed transportation services for inbound delivery and LTL outbound deliveries.

Managed forecasting and budgets efficiently.

Created monthly and quarterly reports for review by VP of Logistics and CFO.

Oversaw special projects in all facilities.

Provided on-site support with extensive travel to all locations.

Manager Quality Control, 1999-2004

Managed staff of 12 QC inspectors and sewing operators in QC and garment finishing department.

Key Achievements:

Performed inspections on all garments and accessories received at distribution center.

Oversaw all garment ticketing, labeling, finishing, hanging, folding and repackaging of garments.

Measured samples pulled from stock to spec and reported any quality or sizing issues to production or

design teams.

Signed off on and approved all garment styles for shipping to retail stores.

DKNY/ DONNA KARAN, (1994-1999)

Warehouse Manager

Assistant Manager for distribution of women’s collection and accessories division.

Key Achievements:

Hired, trained, and developed staff.

Managed receiving and shipping departments.

Managed inbound deliveries, routing, outbound shipments, closing manifests, sending ASNs and BOLs.

Oversaw counting and inspection of all goods received and made entry into WMS while maintaining

records of all supporting documentation.

Oversaw all phases of distribution pick/pack environment and quality control.

Conducted daily meetings with supervisory staff to set daily goals, monitor production and performance

of warehouse supervisors and staff.

EDUCATION

Business Finance – BERGEN CC

Licensed Real Estate and Management – KOVATZ REAL ESTATE SCHOOL

REFERENCES

Available upon request

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