My previous tenure as a Distribution Center Manager combined with over 15 years of experience in distribution and logistics and the significant contributions for my past employers make me the ideal candidate for the opening.
During my career, I have applied my proven expertise and ongoing professional development to meeting and exceeding all objectives put before me. The following achievements represent the absolute value I can deliver in this new role:
Leading the daily operations of the Distribution Center, monitoring and analyzing performance data against budget requirements, customers targets, objectives and instituting changes to address variances
Responsible for all daily warehouse functions including inventory integrity, shipping/receiving, inbound and outbound logistics, equipment and building maintenance and upkeep.
Establishing, and monitoring operational procedures for all operations achieving ISO, SOX, HSE and corporate compliance
Developing and implementing process, procedures, SMARTT goals, and KPI’S that focus on continuous improvement, elimination of waste and regulatory compliance standards (HSE, HOS, SOX, ISO, etc.)
Developing and administering the annual operating budget including developing action plans to address variances, achieve budgeted cost controls and profitability
Chairing of the safety committee, ensuring safe work policies and procedures are followed and have employees participate in regular safety training increasing plant wide safety awareness
Training, coaching, mentoring, conducting performance reviews and identifying training opportunities with individual reports to create and support staff development plans resulting in decreased staff turnover
Creating associate engagement by clearly interpreting and communicating vision, objectives, and expectations via formal meeting, informal daily interactions and written processes
Further examples of my skills and achievements are outlined on the attached document. As a seasoned professional, I am dedicated to partnering with a team with the same passion for growth and success.
I would very much like the opportunity to discuss, in person, how I can meet the demands of this role in order to advance the overall mission of your company. Thank you for reviewing this letter and the accompanying material.
Sincerely,
Darrin Wienmeyer
Attachment: Resume
Darrin Wienmeyer
25 Coventry Cl. N.E. Phone: 403-***-****
Calgary, AB, T3K 4C5 Email: ********@*******.***
DRISTRIBUTION CENTER MANAGER
A problem solving Manager credited with designing, implementing and managing processes to optimize operational efficiency. A leader and mentor with a history of taking underperforming, unfocused teams, building and leading successful, goal-oriented teams while overseeing budgets and resources for bottom-line results. A Strategic thinker who sees the "Big Picture" without neglecting details or customers while possessing a superior work ethic leading to optimal performance environments and driving continuous improvement initiatives.
Areas of Expertise
Process Improvement
Coaching & Motivating
Strategic Planning/Analysis
Productivity & Performance
Supply Chain Management
Inventory Control
Customer Service
Vendor Management
Capital Budgeting
Logistics
Shipping & Receiving
Negotiation Management
ISO Implementation
Training& Supervision
Health & Safety
Professional Experience
Schlumberger Oilfield Services, Calgary, AB 2011 – Oct 2015
Logistics Specialist
Developed daily and weekly transportation and staffing plan to support the timely and accurate supply, movement and return of materials and services to multiple sites
Reduced total delivered cost by work with sourcing and operations to identify opportunities to reduce both inbound and outbound freight cost
Follow up with logistics provider all service quality incidents and develop mitigation plans through ongoing discussions and through regular Supplier Relationship Management calls for key suppliers
Reduced monthly budget adjustments by 10% by developing standardized procedure to estimate cost of trips
Reduced cost by developing a cost calculator to indicate best vendors based on job duration and location
Achieved 100% delivery by developing, implementing and monitoring logistics plans required for the timely and efficient transportation and distribution of products to multiple remote locations
Baker Hughes International, Calgary, AB 2009 – 2011
Production Supervisor
Increased productivity by 10% by motivating and training new employees
Achieved a 92% on time daily departure time by streamlining production procedures
Developed process to estimate production schedule based on variety of factors
Overseeing all aspects of the Manufacturing operation including Productivity, Quality, Service, Cost, Efficiency, Safety, and Associate Engagement
Achieved a 0 recorded complaint and shipping errors by implementing and encouraging adherence to GMP’S and ensuring quality control checks are conducted
Edmonton Flyer Force, Edmonton, AB 2008 – 2009
Distribution Manager
Created and administered budget of $ 5,000,000 based on a $ 0.14 unit cost
Reduced payroll by 3 % ($ 100,000) by monitoring payroll and evaluating extra incentives with new hires
Reduced contractor costs by over $ 250,000 in 8 months by sourcing vendors, negotiating contract rates, and developing effective working relationships
Decreased repeat complaints by 20 % by investigating and correcting customer complaints and emphasizing the importance of customer services levels to all staff, owners/operators and vendors
Increased independently verified customer service satisfaction by 6% in 8 months
Amplified revenue by increasing households serviced (total customers)
Managing master data to determine areas of improvement, annual spend and develop strategies for process improvement
Barnes Distribution, Edmonton, AB 2006 – 2008
Distribution Center Operations Manager
Oversaw inventory of 18, 000 SKU's
Improved fill rate to 98 % achieving the highest fill rate of all distribution centers by creating a rotating schedule with one employee permanently on stock put away and cycle counts
Brought branch to Alberta Health and Safety Standards through the correction of deficiencies by developing, implementing and enforcing safety policies and procedures
Achieved certification and compliance within a 6 month period by enforcing all ISO procedures
Delivered an on time and under budget center relocation project
Received 0 complaints by achieving corporate customer service goals
Achieved a 2.8% line cancelation rate by instituting daily cycle counts, stock put away and daily inventory adjustments
Canada Bread Calgary, AB 2004 – 2006
Distribution Supervisor
Increased department efficiencies and on time departures by participating in six sigma continuous improvement processes
Increased productivity by 50 % in new hires by providing employee feedback, mentoring and coaching
Amplified staff involvement and awareness of safety by creating a safety culture and acting as chair of safety committee of 300 workers and through the implementation of North American Occupational Safety and Health (NAOSH) week actives and awareness
Manage loading dock group to ensure the accurate loading of goods according to approved loading practices to prevent freight damage during transit and ensuring safe truck operation
KM Packaging West, Calgary, AB 2002 – 2003
Operations/Production Manager
Ensured 100% demand fulfillment by overseeing production schedule for all raw materials and finished goods, to include major promotions, current orders and forecast volumes
Improved quality of final product from 1/75 deficiencies to 1/1000 deficiencies by evaluating equipment and recommending improvement
Saved 5% - 7% in costs in one fiscal year by negotiating vendor contracts
Enhanced scheduling flexibility by developing recruitment and succession plans
Improved operational efficiencies reducing Full Time Equivalent (FTE) by 35 % and improving output by 50 % by restructuring process and implementing new procedures
Ensure that all raw materials are forecast, planned and ordered to ensure 100% demand fulfillment by developing a "Just in Time" delivery system
Diminished staff turnover by developed and implementing a comprehensive training program
Increased inventory turns by establishing min/max, re-ordering procedures, and “just in time” system
Responsible for leading the implementation of the change initiatives identified to deliver the continuous improvement strategy
Prior positions include Counselor, Career Support Worker, Group Home Manager and Purchaser
Education & Training
Certification, Strategic Management, University of Calgary, Calgary, AB Jul 2015 – 94% Average (A)
Materials Management Level 3, APICS/Schlumberger, Shreveport, La. 2014
Materials Management Level 1 & 2, APICS/Schlumberger, Calgary, 2014
Lean Level 1 and 2, Schlumberger, Calgary, 2013
Certification, Six Sigma White Belt, Canada Bread Edmonton, AB
Certificate, CAPPA Oil and Gas Production Accounting, SAIT, Calgary, AB
Applied Baccalaureate, Political Science University of Calgary, Calgary, AB (not completed)
2 Year University Transfer Program, Political Science, Mount Royal College, Calgary, AB