Supply Chain Human Resources

Wesley Byron Swails

Franklin, IN ***** 317-***-****

*****.******@*****.*** www.linkedin.com/in/byron-swails-49b93124

Supply Chain Distribution Leader

Deliver Safe High-Quality Product Operating Efficiently in Dynamic Environment

Driven, creative, and performance-focused servant leader with history of exceeding goals, managing growth, and creating solutions for varied initiatives. Proven ability to implement and deliver safe, quality product with efficient operations in highly dynamic environment. Excellent team builder and communicator, holding individuals accountable and coaching to reach fullest potential and achieve success.

Areas of Expertise:

Safety Driven

Forecasting / Budgeting

Strategic Planning

Project Management

Operational Turnarounds

Financial Analysis

WMS Implementation

Performance Improvement (KPIs)

Manufacturing

Professional Experience

SPARTANNASH / CAITO FOODS LLC, Grand Rapids, MI

Regional Director of Operations 2018 - Present

Oversee Supply Chain with distribution centers in 5 different locations in the Midwest. P&L accountability for total revenue over $950M. 5 direct reports, 600 indirect reports.

Led dramatic turnaround in underperforming locations, resulting in KPI and financial improvements by:

oReducing safety Recordable Incident Rate (RIR) score from 10.3 to 3 in 2 years (KPI).

oImproving productivity from 44 cases per hour to 51 cases per hour (KPI) - Throughput.

oIncreasing margin by lowering expenses for supplies, labor, and transportation.

Drove operational and financial performance in 5 Distribution Centers, resulting in higher profits 2 of last 3 years.

Improved workload planning by creating forecasting and analysis tools to help staffing levels and operational efficiencies.

Increased efficiency 20% by implementing system, collaborating with IT and warehouse operations.

Partnered with Human Resources to develop leadership program and coached new employees, creating deeper bench strength.

CAITO FOODS SERVICE, INC., Indianapolis, IN

Vice President Operations 2014 - 2018

Led distribution and manufacturing operations to support business growing revenue 30% year over year. Ensured all warehouse and manufacturing staff had appropriate tools to run business safely and profitably. P&L responsibility for $300M. 3 direct reports.

Created competitive recruiting and retention programs (incentive programs, referral programs, stay bonus) working with Human Resources, by developing dynamic relationships with 3rd-party relationship with staffing agency.

Established forecasting and analysis tools to help staffing levels and operational efficiencies, leading to better workload planning.

Assumed role as service provider for meal replacement (on-line) company, selecting over 4K individual orders weekly for delivery straight to their customers.

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CAITO FOODS SERVICE, INC. (Continued)

Director of Operations 2003 - 2013

Directed all aspects of warehouse and manufacturing operations, including receiving, shipping, repack, production, maintenance, and inventory control. Coordinated with HR on all hiring, training, and development programs for employees. Managed all operational expenditures. 3 direct reports, 60 indirect reports.

Implemented processes and systems to improve profitability, establishing new contracts with lower costs.

Redeveloped and maintained infrastructure during extreme growth periods by analyzing operational procedures and developing sustainable solutions, including repositioning manufacturing lines.

Implemented and integrated WMS system into operations, working closely with IT, improving reporting capabilities and efficiencies.

Opened distribution center in Lakeland, Florida, supporting southern business and major customer.

Trained leaders to be successful problem solvers who make smart decisions and ultimately become stakeholders, resulting in promotions.

Prior roles at Caito Foods Service, Inc.:

Merchandising and Account Management

Education and Professional Development

Completed 75% of coursework towards Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering,

Indiana University - Purdue University, Indianapolis (IUPUI), IN

United Fresh Executive Development Program, 2015

Software Skills

Microsoft: Power BI, Teams, Word, Excel; JDE Enterprise System, WMS

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