Manager Project

Pierre J. Sims

Phone: 901-***-**** Email: *********@***.***

Address: **** ********* ** ******* ** 38125

Summary of Qualifications

Results-driven and highly accomplished Senior Manager: demonstrating

extensive warehousing, distribution, operations, and light manufacturing

experience: Adept at improving operational efficiency, reducing costs and

expenses, improving productivity, and leading personnel through the

completion of daily tasks. Currently seeking a position in Operations,

Distribution, or Warehousing which will effectively utilize all acquired

skills, abilities, and areas of expertise as follows:

Supply Chain/Logistics Budgeting/Forecasting Regulatory Compliance

Operations Management Inventory Management Process Improvement

Transportation Staff Problem Resolution

Supplier/Client Development/Training Strategic Planning

Relations Cost/Expense Reduction

Kellogg's/SDI - Site Manager -Memphis TN

2012 - Present

Responsible for overseeing procurement of indirect material inventory of

$6MM. Oversees and reports on daily operations of the storeroom and

personnel, with responsibility for managing MRO logistics, monitoring

inventory levels, purchasing and receiving material threw parts storage,

repair and distribution. Determine proper inventory methods: analyze

spending patterns and reduce unit cost.

American Music and Sound

2011

Responsible for the overall success of the warehouse and was responsible

for overseeing all warehouse activities including shipping, receiving,

employee relations, inventory control, as well as supervising all building

operations. Analyze trends, solve problems and motivate and develop teams.

Evaluate the effectiveness of, and develop alternatives for, current work

standards, procedures, controls and staffing to achieve accurate and timely

movement and processing of inventory. Oversee and participate in the annual

distribution center labor budgets and forecasts, and ensure that the

distribution center remains on-track to achieve budgeted goals

Logistics Tech - KBR - Iraq

2010 - 2011

Responsible for the temporary and permanent assets for client and other

civilian contractors. Oversee activities to ensure proper maintenance,

safety are adhered to. Ensure vacancy/occupancy rates are maintained.

Oversee the supervision, escorting and directing of subcontractor

employees: Ensuring proper inventory and containers on the base. Oversee

key control. Interact with peer groups to ensure all aspects of operations

are functioning properly. Monitor customer service desk to ensure

associates are providing friendly, professional service to the customer.

Sr Manager of Logistics - Nexicore - Simi Valley, CA

2007 - 2008

Directed a team of 4 managers with a focus on professional growth to

achieve established company objectives; managed several manufacturing lines

of electronic equipment including: hard drives, CPUs and memory; developed

logistical strategies concerning operations while working with the

executive team; Created and implemented strategic plans for long term

growth with customers like Best Buy and Sony. Analyzed & provided

operational reports, work plans, schedules and requirements, in relation to

parts repair, sales, and purchases.

Sr. Operations Manager - Audio Video Communications -Canoga Park, CA

2006 - 2007

Provided leadership to team members in order to develop a more efficient

and cost effective operation; worked with vendors to reduce purchasing

cost, while extending lead-times for payments; worked with the president to

bring about cultural change in the work environment

Sr Manager of Outbound Logistics - K&M 3rd Party Logistics -Memphis, TN

2005 - 2006

Provided leadership of a 2 shift operation which included 2 Operations

Managers, 6 supervisors, 6 team leads and 340 associates for picking,

replenishment and shipping; facility consisted of 650,000 sq. ft. with over

200,000 SKUs; carried out internal audits to ensure regulatory compliance

and operational efficiency and accuracy. K&M is a third party distribution

company that works with Cummings Engines for customers like Chrysler.

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Professional Profile - Continued

Operations Manager - Cort Furniture - Capital Heights, MD

2002 - 2005

Worked with 6 managers to create effective strategies to obtain good

performance while incorporating a team atmosphere; worked to establish a

positive relationship with the sales management team to bridge an internal

cultural gap; increased productivity levels by providing contributions

toward automation of scheduling and delivery processes. Responsible for a

fleet of 18 trucks and facility P&L

Section / Project Manager - Avery Dennison - Memphis, TN 1997

- 2002

Responsible for a 3-shift operation which included 3 supervisors, 7 team

leads, and 225 associates for picking, replenishment, inventory control,

dock control, transportation, and quality in a 425,000 sq. ft. facility

with over 4000 SKUs; worked with high profile customers like Kmart, Wal-

Mart and Target. Determining, initiating, and coordinating required

actions by establishing relationships with inventory managers, contractors

and vendors.

Education & Training

Chicago State University Chicago, IL Business Management (1994),

Recognition for Excellence in Academics

Jackson State University Jackson, MS Business Management, Dean's List

Certifications

Ethics I & II Mosul Iraq

Leadership Essenials Mosul Iraq

Estimating Gov Cost Mosul Iraq

Floor check Audits Mosul Iraq

Procurement Process Mosul Iraq

Allowable Cost Mosul Iraq

Six Sigma Black Belt Brea, CA

Warehouse Principles DS4 System

Babenhausen, Germany

Storage & Inventory Procedures DS4 System

Babenhausen, Germany

92A Automated Logistics Specialist SARSS

Fort Lee, Virginia

73C Finance Specialist DFAS

Indianapolis, IN

73D Accounting Specialist Chicago, IL

Project Management St. Louis,

MO

technical knowledge

WMS Systems RF Devices Minitab SAP

DS4 Export Control Systems MS Suite

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