Jerry Michael
ad5ys8@r.postjobfree.com
Executive Summary
I am an experienced Distribution Manager with three decades in warehouse and logistics management. My expertise lies in optimizing processes, enhancing performance, and building high-performing teams. I have substantial experience with union contracts, inventory management, and various logistics systems. My approach focuses on innovative solutions to drive operational efficiency and consistently deliver strong results.
Skills
Union Contracts Attendance Performance Management Warehouse Inventory Management VIP Systems Logistics Delivery Systems XRS Origami Risk System POD SAP Kronos CDL Voice Pick RFIM Supply Chain Logistics Processes Lean Six Sigma Leader of Leaders
3/14/24-4/30/24 Reyes Coca-Cola
Distribution Manager Rancho Cucamonga
Manage the operation and maintenance of motor vehicle and equipment.
Manage key operating performance indicators (such as on-time delivery, overtime, off-load rates, etc.)
Ensure compliance with policies, regulations and safety and health standards (Department of Transportation, Occupational Safety and Health Administration, etc.)
Staff, train, evaluate and develop team members.
Ensure department adherence to delivery standards, efficiencies, and regulatory requirements.
Communicate with customers to determine driver needs and schedules and notifies drivers of assignments, enters assignment data in computer database.
Establish and maintain positive customer relationships within the department, Assist in resolving customer issues as needed.
Serve as liaison between distribution and sales departments.
Manage and audit department timekeeping, manage within labor and OPEX budget.
Manage performance to budget and meet financial goals.
Performs all other duties as required.
7 /22 – 03/14/2024
Warehouse Manager
Directed warehouse operations, focusing on receiving, coordination, and safety.
Led warehouse projects, ensuring on-time dispatch and safety compliance.
Trained and developed supervisors to ensure proper execution of procedures.
Collaborated with HR and Talent Acquisition for recruitment and on boarding.
Maintained productivity to meet company goals and maximize efficiency.
Maintain inventory and product loss
Manage Shipping and Receiving
Coordinate and ensure safety and operational standards
Coordinate listening sessions with team members
Manage and audit team members timekeeping (Kronos)
OTIF (On Time and In Full)/OTIF Champion
Coordinate Leadership and Team Building
Manage BD&L
Continues Improvement, Staging Transport, Staging Location V.V., Breakage area,
5S Project, equipment and cleaning location, CRS Station
10/2021-7/22/22 Reyes Coca-Cola
Distribution Manager Rancho Cucamonga
Manage the operation and maintenance of motor vehicle and equipment.
Manage key operating performance indicators (such as on-time delivery, overtime, off-load rates, etc.)
Ensure compliance with policies, regulations and safety and health standards (Department of Transportation, Occupational Safety and Health Administration, etc.)
Staff, train, evaluate and develop team members.
Ensure department adherence to delivery standards, efficiencies, and regulatory requirements.
Communicate with customers to determine driver needs and schedules and notifies drivers of assignments, enters assignment data in computer database.
Establish and maintain positive customer relationships within the department, Assist in resolving customer issues as needed.
Serve as liaison between distribution and sales departments.
Manage and audit department timekeeping, manage within labor and OPEX budget.
Manage performance to budget and meet financial goals.
Performs all other duties as required.
Client management experience with internal/external responsibility for developing and maintaining client relationships.
8/2019-10/2021 Harbor Distributing LLC
Distribution Supervisor Santa Fe Springs, CA
Supervise daily delivery operations, planning and scheduling manpower.
Assign drivers and vehicles to convey fright.
Coordinate drivers according to customer request in compliance with DOT regulations and company riles.
Communicates with customers to determine driver needs and schedule and notifies drivers of assignment, enter assignment data in computer database.
Ensure quality standards and productivity goals are achieved for receipt and shipment of product with safety being a priority.
11/2018 – 8/2019 Reyes Coca-Cola
Operations Manager Coachella/El Centro, CA
Work with departments to build weekly/monthly volume forecasts and production planning
Manage day-to-day Distribution Center operations with parameters of labor and expense budgets
Hiring of supervisors and development team members
Maintain and analyze daily and weekly KBI’s and departmental budget
Support and implement company initiatives to achieve performance, quality and safety matrix
Improve process functioning and enhance efficiency
Safeguard and secure company assets
Multiple facility management
Manage warehouse and distribution team members
08/2011-11/2018 Reyes-Coca-Cola
Distribution Supervisor Rancho Cucamonga, CA
Staff, train and develop delivery team members
Ensure adherence to delivery standards, efficiencies and regulatory requirements
Manage drivers’ delivery schedule and hours worked
Establish and maintain positive customer relationships, resolve customer issues
Liaison between distribution, warehouse and sales
Manage within labor and OPEX budget
Ensure compliance with DOT regulations
05/1994-08/2011 Reyes-Coca-Cola
Warehouse Supervisor Rancho Cucamonga, CA
Staff, train and develop warehouse team members
Maintain inventory and product loss
Manage Shipping and Receiving
Coordinate and ensure safety and operational standards
Coordinate listening sessions with team members
Manage and audit team members timekeeping (Kronos)
OTIF (On Time and In Full)/OTIF Champion
Coordinate Leadership and Team Building
Manage BD&L
Continues Improvement, Staging Transport, Staging Location V.V., Breakage area, Reload Location, Reserved Staging Location
5S Project, equipment and cleaning location, CRS Station
Safety Committee Member
CRS Committee Member
Caught in The Act Assistant
Acting Warehouse Manager
Professional Developments
Business Essentials Certificate, Coca-Cola Refreshment Learning Center
Leadership Compass-Managing Employee Performance Certificate, Coca-Cola Refreshments Learning Center
Leadership Pill Certificate, Coca-Cola Refreshment Workshop
Leadership Academy, Coca-Cola Refreshment
Six Sigma White Belt Reyes Cola-Cola
Presentation Skills Certification, Harbor Distributing LLC
Leadership 101 Certification, Harbor Distributing LLC
CPR Certification, Harbor Distributing LLC
Leap Leadership Management Reyes Coca-Cola
Operation excellence 2023
CDL Certified
Forklift Certified
Pallet jack Certified Manuel and Electric Rider.
Certificate In Defensive Driving Train-the Trainer at Reyes Academy