Supply Chain Project Management Logistics Warehousing

Trusted and respected operations professional with deep experience in driving operational excellence in the areas of supply chain, logistics, process improvement, cost reduction, and revenue enhancement. A natural leader, known for leveraging data, human capital, and proven methodologies to meet business objectives, and exceed customer expectations. Highly skilled in evaluating current state processes and procedures, identifying root cause issues, and delivering timely and innovative solutions. Areas of expertise include: Operational Excellence – Executive Leadership – Process Improvement – Negotiations Data Analysis & Utilization – Distributor & Vendor Management – Inventory Control – Accounting - Advanced MS Office User – Microsoft Server Platforms

CERTIFICATIONS LEANSIXSIGMA GREEN BELT

EXPERIENCE

Barentz (Maroon Group/US Chemicals) JAN 2018 – OCT 2023 Warehousing & Inventory Manager (Warehousing & Inventory Synthesis Solutions, Newark, NJ) JAN 2022 – OCT 2023

• And manage all efforts related to process and performance, inventory control, cost reduction, customer service, and safety

• Drive operational improvements leading to greater efficiencies, cost reductions and avoidance, and increased revenues

• Manage Newark NJ facility and 10 3rd party warehouses

• Revamped order picking process from scratch with a 10% increase in accuracy

• Implemented SOP's improving safety and accuracy

• Managed successful government audits including DHS

• Implemented paperless workflow; trained and supervised personnel on data entry and inventory management procedures.

Operations Manager (Specialty Intermediates, Darien, CT) OCT 2018 – JAN 2022

• Responsible for all operational aspects of chemical distribution, both internationally and domestically

• Monitored and improved KPI's and metrics

• Oversaw a staff of 10 managing sales of over 120 million annually of chemical products; transitioned staff to a completely remote workplace

• Managed domestic and international purchases in an increasing challenging logistics environment

• Managed inventory at 3rd party warehouses including demand planning New England Warehousing Group, West Haven, CT JAN 2015 – OCT 2018 Vice President – Process & Operations

• Lead and manage all efforts related to process and performance, inventory control, cost reduction, customer service, and safety

• Drive operational improvements leading to greater efficiencies, cost reductions and avoidance, and increased revenues

• Introduced, installed, and managed a state-of-the-art Warehouse Management System (WMS) that led to reduced labor costs, and improved customer response times

• Saved 30% on project labor rates by outsourcing to third party workers, and reduced data entry hours by one third

• Increased inventory accuracy from 96.3% to 98.7%, increased perfect order rate from 94.6% to 97.1%, and reduced rate of returns from 1.2% to .67%

• Worked closely with supply chain partners to improve operations and effectively manage TL, LTL, and Cartage shipments, via ocean, air, and land freight

• Leveraged time/motion analysis for customer costing, leading to increased revenue. Pace Motor Lines Inc, US JUL 1985 – Jan 2015

Business Process Manager

• Held positions of progressive management responsibility in logistics, IT, pricing control, and accounting

• Provided subject matter expertise, recommendations, and strategic direction to senior leaders on all areas of IT, pricing, accounting, and resource allocation

• Provided 24/7 on-call management support

• Implemented Cheetah route planning and visibility software; trained staff and ensured seamless integration

• Delivered 4% savings by developing systems and protocols for route optimization

• Reduced hard copy POD delivery time from 2 hours to less than 30 minutes

• Led transformation of all company systems to real-time, paperless processing resulting in improved customer service; implemented industry best practices to drive improvements in operational efficiency and cost control

• Facilitated complete redesign of wireless system integration between Aurora and Cheetah software platforms

• Selected, customized, and trained staff on the use of all technology assets, including PC networks, telecommunications, office equipment, tablets, and radios

• Managed EDI transaction sets

• Negotiated and priced RFPs, RFQs, and RFIs with vendors and customers

• Managed team of eight professionals; oversaw and maintained payroll for all employees. EDUCATION

Completed coursework towardsBachelor of Science Accounting University of Connecticut, Storrs, CT

CERTIFICATIONS

• Lean six sigma green belt

COMMUNITY SERVICE

Fire Fighter (Hotchkiss Hose, Derby, CT) APR 2013 – PRESENT

• Successfully operated firefighting and rescue equipment in emergency situations

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