Warehouse Management Business Development

Brian DeGroat

Warehouse Management ~ Transportation

Montgomery, NY ********@******.***

Qualifications for Executive-Level Management

Highly accomplished Manager eager to contribute 20+ years of professional experience in Warehouse Management, Transportation, and Health & Wellness Sales toward maximizing a top employer’s success

o Expertise o o Drove Achieved in developing an top increase safety and in results implementing business in the revenue district marketing, from for low warehouse sales, six figures and staff financial to and $2M+ drivers; per initiatives year FedEx as aimed VP & CFO at driving increases in new business development, revenue generation, and competitive leveraging within targeted markets o Influential self-starter who quickly rectifies on-site and virtual challenges by streamlining operations, eliminating safety-related risks, and adapting to evolving scenarios in fast-paced environments

Strategically prioritize, coordinate, and manage multiple projects to optimize productivity and profitability

Dynamic communication and interpersonal relation skills with a continual commitment to directing, managing, and training high-performance teams

Adept at quickly earning the trust, confidence, and respect to cultivate positive relationships that lead to increases in satisfaction, retention, and repeat business with customers Professional Experience

Finance - 2021 - present - Self employed- Manage investments daily in the stock market. VICE PRESIDENT & CFO, BREAKTHROUGHM2 HEALTH & WELLNESS / ALULA WELLNESS – MONTGOMERY, NY 2012 – 2021

• Played a vital role in ensuring the seamless operations of financial and staff activities for the multimillion-dollar start-up business

• Creatively designed engaging social media campaigns to maximize brand awareness and sales revenue

• Effectively managed, motivated, and coached high-performance teams GROUND MANAGER, FEDEX – NEWBURGH, NY 2001 – 2012

• Rapidly promoted throughout career due to exceptional work performance and leadership skills

• Served an integral role as Dock Manager with the responsibility of directing and communicating daily objectives with 40 employees

• Offered the necessary resources and training for staff and managers to succeed in meeting operational and customer service goals

• Properly educated drivers about safety regulations, dock operations, bloodborne pathogens, hazardous materials, accident reporting, and OSHA guidelines as the Regional Quality Safety Manager

• Strategically coordinated, planned, and managed 100+ driver safety classes as a Certified Driver and Instructor at the Smith System Institute of Safe Driving

• Delivered outstanding service by quickly greeting internal and external customers, determining their needs, and addressing their concerns or inquiries

SUPERVISOR, SERVICE MERCHANDISE DISTRIBUTION CENTER – MONTGOMERY, NY 1989 – 2000

• Oversaw the management of 20-30 staff members in transportation and production departments

• Provided valuable training and guidance for new hires to understand how to safely operate powered industrial trucks and equipment

• Consistently ensured operations complied with OSHA and safety regulations

• Maintained the overall integrity of all pallet loads in the high-volume, 1.2M sq. ft. distribution center Education & Professional Development

St. John’s University, BA Studies 1987-1989

Pitcher, Division I Baseball, St. John’s University 1987-1989 Certified Whole Life Coach, The International Training Institute of Health Professional Coaching Course, Wainwright Global Inc. Institute of Professional Coaching Certified Driving Trainer, Smith System Institute

Investment & Securities License: Series 6 & 63, New York State Life Insurance License (Not Active)

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