Logistics Manager

KENNETH R. UGEL

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Schaumburg, IL 60194 Cell: 847-***-****

INDUSTRY ACCOMPLISHMENTS:

Implemented the startup of the Transportation Dept. and Donation Center of “The Friends of Epilepsy of Greater Chicagoland” for Savers Corporation.

Negotiated freight rates resulting in lower costs, but maintaining excellent service standards) with all commercial freight providers. (Air, Freight, TL, LTL, Ocean and Rail..

Held all rates held at a constant for over six years while Traffic Manager and rates obtained for

numerous customers received discounts up to 75%.

Planned and contracted warehousing to maintain inventories for large distribution programs for

customers: i.e.: Shaw/Queen Carpet, Microsoft, Honda Power Equipment, Bosch, Bridgestone/Firestone, Macy’s, Bloomingdale’s, Office Depot, Kohl’s,Wal-Mart/Sams, etc.

Initiated & set-up various computerized release programs, spread sheets, etc. for customers and vendors.

Planned and initiated the set-up of three warehouses: i.e., 1 @ 60,000 sq. ft. and 2 @ 150,000 sq. ft.

Coordinated the movement of freight for Trades Shows

Reduced charge-backs to company by 99%, qualifying for excellent “report card” status with companies, i.e.: Staples, Ebags, Kenneth Cole, etc., for on-time shipping.

Negotiated all yearly contracts with Maintenance Suppliers, Heating, Plumbing & Waste Mgmt,

Crown and Atlas Trucks (Forklifts).

Ran production lines for P.O.P. Displays, i,e: Keebler Co., Swedish Beauty…

QUALIFICATIONS: Highly organized professional, with the ability to manage multiple projects and

meet deadlines. Successful manager of Office, Warehouses: (on-site & off-site), Distribution Facilities. Streamlined areas to run efficiently and cost effectively. A person with strong work ethics, with a

commitment to excellence in all projects undertaken. Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Apogee Retail Trucking Co. - (Savers Stores Corp.)- Melrose Park, IL (Formerly- The Friends of Epilepsy)

January, 2011 – July 27, 2015– laid off due to merger

Position: Logistics Center Manager –

Responsibilities: Was the driving force of new Transportation Dept. in Donation Center in accordance for Savers Corp. Stores guidelines.

Trained/supervised/managed 45+ drivers, 2 dispatchers; additional drivers are being added weekly as routes are added.

Planned and approved routes daily for drivers; dedicated pickups..

Maintained fleet trucks, warehouse, and all equipment

Interacted with Epilepsy Donation Center Manager, customer service, our Business Development Manager and Savers Corp. store managers on a daily basis to ensure the highest levels of customer satisfaction!

MCS - Roselle, IL

Feb. 2008 –Sept. 2008 Laid-off due to economic situation

Position: Warehouse Manager

Responsibilities: Managed all aspects of set up/tear down of Trade Shows, Conferences, and Expositions.

Transferred product between 3 warehouses for various programs, as needed.

Kenneth R. Ugel

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MCS - Roselle, IL continued.

Maintained daily and weekly schedules for current and upcoming programs.

Managed dock and truck maintenance, employee scheduling/payroll, building maintenance, etc.

Heritage Travelware – Carol Stream, IL

July, 2003 – June, 2007

Position: Logistics Manager/Distribution Manager

Responsibilities: Managed all aspects of maintaining cost effective on-site and off-site warehouses.

Working knowledge of WMS Management Systems.

Helped to implement Navision Warehouse system in Warehouse.

Transferred product between several on and off-site warehouses.

Managed and supervised 25 full-time employees, plus temporary laborers

Purchased all materials to run warehouse and daily labor.

Negotiated freight rates with Freight Providers: Air, TL, LTL, etc.

Audited freight and purchased good invoices for accuracy (rates, class, etc.)

Obtained freight quotes for customers and company, both Domestic and International.

Routed and processed orders for major retail companies

October, 2005/2006 shipped $13+M – record months for Heritage Travelware.

Responsible for the inventory management of products.

Constantly looked for ways to implement streamlining of procedures to help company

reach and exceed goals.

Ramcel Engineering –Northbrook, IL

January 2003 to July 2003

Position: Traffic Manager

Responsibilities: Managed a cost effective storage warehouse Inventory control Shipping & Receiving.

Managed picking, packaging and shipping of product and negotiated freight rates.

Processed documentation for Import/Export for Customer finished product

Innovative Marketing Solutions – Elk Grove Village, IL

November 1999 to April 2002

Position: Plant Manager – POINT OF PURCHASE DISPLAY OPERTAIONS

Responsibilities: Managed all aspects of maintaining a cost effective production facility and storage

warehouse. (i.e., Inventory control; Purchasing, Shipping and Receiving) and setup

warehouse.

Schutz International – Morton Grove, IL -- “Point of Purchase Display House”

December 1992 to June 1999

Position: Traffic Manager/Production Manager

Responsibilities: Negotiated freight rates with Freight Providers for Air, TL, LTL, and Ocean/Rail.

Processed SED, Commercial Invoices, NAFTA, Harmonized numbering system, etc.

Direct customer contact with Traffic Departments of major corporations,

Guardian Metals – Morton Grove, IL

1981 – 1992

Position: Traffic Manager

Managed all aspects of freight control & dock activities for a family run corp

Kenneth R. Ugel

Guardian Cont’d

Implemented new computer system & procedures for Traffic Dept.

Provided Customer Service to all customers.

SKILLS:

Computers (and applications UPS & Federal Express Stand Alone systems)

Knowledge of warehouse equipment & machinery (ERP & MRP systems)

Forklift certified

Red Cross – 1st Aid/CPR Certified

Blood Borne Pathogen Certified

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