Manager Quality Control

Stephen ALberti

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Logistics Manager

Global Supply Chain / Distribution / 3PL / Warehousing / Budgets / Bar Code

/ RFID / ImpEx / USDA Contracts / Negotiations / Multi-site / Systems /

Fleets / Forecasting / Cost Control / Compliance / FDA

Directing all aspects of logistics for large and small firms in consumer

goods and food, I improved performance and efficiency while reducing

operating costs. Working for both 3PL providers and leading manufacturers,

distributors and retailers, including Versacold, Ikea and Birdseye, I

ensured that materials and products got where they needed to be quickly,

safely and economically. I am fluent in Spanish. I can immediately

contribute by:

< Taking advantage of the benefits of state-of-the-art technology and

systems

< Maximizing productivity while tightly containing costs

< Squeezing the last drop of efficiency from every function and task

< Building and leading top-performing teams

< Maintaining quality and safety standards under all conditions

Known for getting more done without spending more, I maximize the benefits

of collaboration among internal and external stakeholders. Whether

attacking problem areas or optimizing already well-running processes, I

continually find cost-effective ways to improve performance. I hold a BS

degree with Highest Honors in Transportation from Robert Morris College.

Selected Accomplishments

Ramped up capacity to accommodate new big box stores. Ikea was increasing

number of US locations by 15% and needed to boost distribution/warehousing

resources. Collaborating with two 3PL providers, conducted forecasting,

planning and scheduling. Combined existing distribution routes to minimize

additional freight costs.

Played key role in successful warehouse management system (WMS) launch.

Versacold needed to replace its aging WMS platform. Collaborated with IT,

as well as internal and client users, to define needs. Installed and tested

pilot system. Conducted user training. After refining and optimizing

system, deployed platform across multiple sites.

Turned around underperforming 3PL operation. Key Versacold unit failed to

meet labor cost and cycle time targets. Developed automated tool with data

sharing capability, enabling all stakeholders to participate in resource

planning/tracking. Significantly cut cycle time and late shipments while

optimizing labor allocation and costs.

Improved productivity and compliance while cutting costs. Productivity and

sanitation at RLB were below par. Implemented aggressive improvement

initiative, developing Best Practices and training/coaching programs.

Boosted throughput while cutting labor costs 8%. Improved sanitation,

exceeding regulatory requirements.

Automated order and distribution tracking, slashing turnover cycle.

Frigoscandia suffered excessive order fulfillment delays and errors.

Identified manual process to be root cause. Working with IT, developed

automated tracking system. Reduced order processing time 80% while cutting

errors to near zero and eliminating most delays.

Directed seamless post-merger WMS integration. Versacold acquisition of CSI

required integration of WMS platforms. Coordinated with IT and both

internal and external stakeholders to migrate merged entities to common

platform. Completed migration ahead of schedule and under budget with no

service interruptions.

Career History

Manager, Day Operations, RLB Distributors, recruited in 2009 to improve

performance. Direct day-to-day shift operations for $31M wholesale food

distribution firm. Managed shipping, receiving, sanitation, safety,

staffing, scheduling and quality control. Drove major performance,

implementing Best Practices and training programs to boost performance and

compliance.

Ikea US Coordinator, Frigoscandia Logistics, $438M subsidiary of $13B

Posten Norge AS, 2007-2009. Directed US third-party logistics operations

for client Ikea, serving 37 stores and two distribution centers. Managed

EDI implementation across all US locations. Recruited from Versacold after

building strong rapport in provider role.

Distribution Services Manager, Versacold Logistics Services, 1993-2007.

Rose through the ranks at Versacold and predecessors, ultimately managing

key northeastern regional operation for $663M 3PL provider. Served major

clients including Wakefern Foods/Shoprite, Kings, Birdseye Foods and

IKEA/Frigoscandia.

Earlier: Warehouse, inventory and administrative management roles at

Christian Salvesen/Enterprise Services.

Personal: My hobbies include running, cycling, swimming, golf, cooking,

gardening, travel and photography.

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