General Manager Vice President

Christian B. Aquino

Anaheim, CA. 909-***-**** ad5oqk@r.postjobfree.com

Highly skilled General Manager/Vice President of Operations with over 25 years of experience managing large multi-million-dollar distribution centers, overseeing operations, developing operational strategies, aligning goals with business objectives, cost saving initiatives and analyzing processes and procedures to identify cost-saving opportunities.

Professional Experience:

Fairgrounds Transportation Costa Mesa, CA.

General Manager

July 2023 – Current

Launched Landstar Truckload Agency – Resulting in $170k in monthly revenue.

Developed and executed business strategies that resulted in highest gross margin in companies 9 year (28% gross margin in 4th quarter)

20% reduction in staff while increasing Gross Margin by 15%

60% increase in Truckload capacity vs. 2023 by utilizing state-of-the-art TMS systems

Executed relocation to new office during the 4th quarter.

Tai Marketplace TMS, Quoting, Custom Reports and Profitability Reporting

Full P & L responsibility

NGroup Carson, CA.

VP of Operations – 3PL Division:

March 2022 – May 2023

Implemented operational efficiencies and labor reduction strategies, resulting in a $11 million reduction in overall labor expenditure for our client over a 13-year period.

Negotiated and executed vendor, staffing, and security contracts, resulting in a 20% increase in bottom-line profit.

Operational excellence and knowledge and continuous improvement resulted in 100% KPI goal achievement.

WMS (High Jump) implementation and transition

Managed a team including Operations and Facilities Manager, Inventory Supervisor, 7 Operation Supervisors, and 150 indirect personnel.

Oversee all financial aspects of the company, including managing profit and loss statements (P&L) and ensuring financial health and stability.

Led the operational management of a 500,000 sq. ft. distribution center, overseeing all aspects of its day-to-day activities and performance.

Maintained an average Gross Margin of 22% throughout a 13-year tenure.

Managed sub-leasing arrangements and oversaw multi-operation functions.

Ngroup Carson, CA./Romeoville, Ill

Regional General Manager

July 2010 - March 2022

Direct multi-site warehouse operations, including developing warehouse team, physical inventory management; shipping, receiving, related staffing associated WMS systems and proactive vendor management.

100% KPI goal achievement in multi-site operation

Ensure compliance with company standards of Environmental Health and Safety, maintenance, security, and housekeeping.

Implement (5S) and direct programs to ensure the safety of all personnel and comply with OSHA regulations.

Full P & L responsibility for multi-site operation

Achieving 22% & 20% gross margins

Accident free for 2 years, resulting in Safety Award from Staffing Partners

Spearheaded operations for 500,000 & 300,000 sq. ft. distribution centers while managing one General Manager, two Operations Manager, 15 Supervisors and 350 associates.

Developed standard operating processes and procedures to help increase productivity.

Achieved $5 million dollar labor savings in first two years.

Analyzed production and operation reports to develop short- and long-term space, equipment, and staffing plans aligned with business objectives.

Resolved operational and maintenance issues to prevent delays while minimizing costs.

Processed 99.75% of orders without error while maintaining 99.96% on time deliveries

YRC Logistics Fontana, CA.

Operations Manager

March 2000 - July 2010

Improved area outputs by 150% and reduced costs and damages by $800k and $200k, respectively, by thoroughly analyzing operation and implementing strategic processes and procedures.

Oversaw operations for 80,000 sq. ft. cross dock operation by managing personnel, adhering to safety regulations, and implementing departmental metrics and goals.

Utilized Red Prairie system to ensure fluent operation and accurate order processing.

Core Competencies / Skills

Leadership, Strategic Planning, Operational Efficiency, Operations Management, Distribution, Logistics, Warehouse Management Systems (WMS), Safety Compliance (OSHA), Contract Negotiations, Training & Development, Managing Staff, Transportation Management Systems (TMS), Client Relations, Customer Service, P&L responsibilities, Problem Solving, Cross-Functional Collaboration, Performance Metrics and KPI’s, Communication, Regulatory Compliance and Technology Proficiency

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