John Nussbaum
Crest Hill, IL. 60403
OBJECTIVE
Seeking a position within a progressive organization in which I can
further develop my experience, qualifications, and training, to be of
value for the company and my career.
EDUCATION
Joliet Junior College 1986-1987
Computer Skills: Excel, Word, Kronos Time-Keeping, Lotus Notes, RedPraire
DLx/P, Sabre StaffPlan and WMS.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
DSC Logistics and Supply Chain Management 2008-2009
Logistics Manager 1 - Unilever (54,000/YR)
Established Shift Leadership within a 1.5 million square foot Food Grade
Distribution Center through Performance Optimization Process (POP).
Directly improved FTE based upon indirect time from 13% to less than 1%
in 9 months.
Primary focus was improving labor productivity by tracking the efficiency
of individual tasks and driving operational improvement through quality
measures. Main driver in maximizing productivity of 21 staff by
increasing direct labor performance and reducing non-productive time
through accountability, Best Practices and Preferred Methods, Labor
Management Systems and Metrics.
Servisair (O'Hare International Airport) 1994-
2004 & 2006- 2007
Manager - Cargo Handling Services (54,500/YR)
Directly improved cost controlling by effective planning and Lean
Manufacturing techniques to exploit all cost-saving potential while
satisfying contractual requirements and service standards in 2 logistic
centers.
Accountable for the operational oversight of all ramp and warehouse
operations through 8 direct report supervisors and 80 staff -
Consistently averaged over 20,000,000 tons of product annually (IATA
TD301 Dangerous Goods/Hazmat).
Maintained daily/weekly records/reports to coordinate the delivery of
excellent service in a busy cyclical environment for 24
domestic/international air carriers and coordinated equitable
overtime/vacation coverage (50 management/220 staff).
Managed all facets of inventory control, picking/packing,
shipping/receiving, and warehousing. Trained all logistic supervisors
and staff with an "If you train for it, it will happen" attitude -
Training and Recurrent Training.
Improved the department's P&L through Lean Manufacturing techniques,
strategic resource planning and cost analysis utilizing scheduling
software - Implemented capacity expansion to support acquisition and
growth.
Responsible for shipping/receiving activity through warehouse (80
trailers daily) and increased pick location accuracy to over 95%
virtually eliminating discrepancies and emergency replenishments
utilizing Process/Visual Management techniques.
Streamlined export/import operations by maintaining a continual state of
preparation - Increased accuracy and strengthened inventory control
procedures through attentive follow-up, coaching and continual monitoring
for precision.
Developed and executed budget to exceed net profit targets and
continually exceeded the client's monthly CQI for 11 straight months
which resulted in a satisfied customer and substantial bonuses for the
company.
Developed and maintained a Training Matrix and trained staff through
Training Task Modules, bi-weekly Operational Meetings, bi-weekly Safety
Meetings, monthly Supervisor Meetings and daily Staff Briefings which
improved the performance in both safety and reliability despite a very
challenging operational environment (24/7).
Advanced the reduction of attrition for a solid base of loyal staff and
created a performance culture that retained valued staff through a
servant leadership style.
Eckert Door Company, Inc. 2004-
2006
Warehouse Manager (44,000/YR)
Managed all aspects of distribution and warehouse operations / demand and
forecast planning.
Directly managed and effected the necessary efficiencies to deliver a
revenue increase of more than 10% in my first year through expansion of
customer base and the aggressive implementation of a service mindset.
Reduced overtime 100% in my first year and reduced average monthly
expenses by more than 10% in a 1 year period.
Actively participated in the acquisition of new customers through
advertising and promotional ideas.
Researched, established and maintained Eckert's relationship with city
and state agencies and prime contractors.
Responsible for correspondence with personnel, marketing prospects and
small business owners - Negotiated with vendors for warehouse equipment
and services/rate negotiations.
Managed all account payables and receivables, office vendor
accounts/relations and department's budget and payroll.
References: Available upon request