Fernando Rivas

Management, Continuous Improvement - Walgreens

New Milford, CT

acdbsb@r.postjobfree.com - 201-***-****

WORK EXPERIENCE

Management, Continuous Improvement

Walgreens - Maspeth, NY - June 2009 to Present

Maspeth NY

Function Manager Shipping/Dispatch Department: I/O

Utilize inventory and warehouse management software to accurately load product from Distribution Centers

to our stores. This process includes acquisition of materials, scheduling physical movement of materials,

overseeing operation of shipping department, monitoring all in-transit tracking methods, supervising all

personnel involved in the shipping process. Responsible for reviewing and providing input on the daily planning

activities. Providing guidance to Planning department on various transportation issues relating to urgent

shipments and load scheduling. Responsible for recommendation and implementation of best practices to

support the planning process. Track and report performance both verbally and through written reports to upper

management to assure service levels provided are satisfactory. Monitor and measure all Key Performance

Indicators (KPI's) in Logistics; Safety, Quality, Productivity and Delivery.

• Implementing new procedures

• Helping develop new standards for controlling procedures.

• Designing new floor plans which helps control our expanding operation.

• Assisting with NYC initiatives for a greener company, handling of recyclable materials

• Hazardous material safely and ensures the safety of co-workers.

• OSHA Compliance, DOT Compliance

• Lean Management, 5s Management, Continuous Improvement

Function Manager Receiving: I/O

Utilize inventory and warehouse management software to help manage the receiving department in the

Distribution Center, managing and scheduling inbound loads. Scheduling manpower, scanning/RFID barcodes

UPC and monitoring put-a-ways, scanning new items for size to aide in staging. Handling BOLs, monitoring

WICs to track products, Receiving RX items, Purchase orders. Manage all aspects of Inbound, Outbound

product flow, as well as warehouse management functions. Ensure all products received, shipped and stored

in an efficient and quality-oriented manner.

• Proven history of implementing continuous improvements in a logistics/warehouse environment.

• Previous leadership of small or medium sized teams.

• Easily builds cross-functional relationships with other members on the team

• Fleet Management

National Football League - New York, NY - September 2000 to Present

NFLGSIS Support:

Provide accurate play-by-play statistical information for the Nation Football League and its distribution partners

via its proprietary software, Game Statistics & Information System. In addition, provide and documented pre

and post game software and technical issues to the NFL's 35-ball clubs/ 175 GSIS statisticians and its media

affiliates. This position is seasonal and only during NFL regular season play.

• Developing post game reports.

• Correcting and creating addendums of play by play statistics during and post game.

• Answering questions regarding official rulings and rule interpretations.

• Helping in the capture of video and statistics together for historical data with time and date stamping.

FOS/Freight Operations Supervisor

Con-Way Freight - Newark, NJ - February 2006 to December 2008

Supervised inbound, city delivery, outbound, or break bulk operations. Responsibilities included shift planning,

freight loading and unloading, routing, proper documentation and procedure control for hazardous material

shipments, and management of OS&D activities. Supervised service center office functions; lead and

developed company employees and provided training and monitoring the employee performance.

• Headed the OS&D department to maintain low levels of damages and notify clients of damages.

• Maintained MSDS files; Material Safety Documentation System which helped in handling spills of non-

hazardous and hazardous materials.

• Headed development of new associates, coaching and mentoring.

NYC Sales Coordinator/Inside Sales

Scholastic, Inc - Secaucus, NJ - April 2002 to February 2006

Supported New York City and North East Region Schools concerning product pricing, availability, and product

information. Helped schools find educational materials that best fit their needs and ease the purchasing

process. Supported all NYC sales groups: Territory Mangers, Product Sales Teams and per diem vendors.

Assisted schools in relation to pricing, orders status, purchase orders, invoicing, contract information and

funding. Acted as a liaison between Scholastic Inc. and NYC Department of Education about product line and

school funds. Educated schools on programs from paperback to software material that resulted in increased

sales. Constant communication with the board of education purchasing agents and schools to help strengthen

leads and diagnose classroom needs.

• Assisted with Catalog development and deployment.

• Assisted with event planning.

• Customer support and sales support for tri-state area schools.

• First point of contact for schools, purchasing agents and board or education for special sales and programs.

EDUCATION

MBA in Global Management

University of Phoenix

November 2009

Business Administration

New Jersey City University - Jersey City, NJ

May 2004

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