SEMIR BASIC

Chicago, IL 773-***-**** adhjst@r.postjobfree.com www.linkedin.com/in/semir-basic

VICE PRESIDENT OPERATIONS

Transforming multi-site operations into streamlined and efficient environments poised for growth. Exceptional record of achievement directing operating efforts to drive profitability and revenue growth; leverage data- driven insights to inform decision-making, which includes cost reductions and program improvement initiatives. Establish and define key performance indicators [KPIs] to monitor and assess performance, quality, and customer satisfaction. Introduce and implement processes to ensure balance between meeting customers’ deliverables and maintaining profitability and efficiency. Build and nurture results-driven culture founded on accountability for performance results. DEMONSTRATED VALUE:

Delivered significant and sustained value on behalf of Ohio Medical and CH Robinson International

• Improved accuracy of Ohio Medical’s inventory from 33% to 98% in 6 months; reorganized warehouse, combined products into single location, and implemented cycle count program.

• Implemented Kanban, Kaizen, lean warehousing, and 5s across departments to reduce labor costs 50% with increased output.

• Secured 15% price reduction by negotiating new rates and consolidating number of overseas vendors for Ohio Medical.

• Maintained shipping accuracy of 99.46% by collaborating with CH Robinson’s IT team to create inventory shipping system.

• Increased revenue 30% by conceptualizing and launching cargo screening certified program that realized $150K in new monthly revenue and return on $1M investment in just 8 months. Executive Competencies: Logistics & Distribution Operations – Vendor Sourcing & Negotiations – Staff Leadership Return on Investment [ROI] Outcomes – Finance & Budget Management – Strategic Planning – Process Improvement Lean Manufacturing – Business Development – Customer Relationship Management – Turnaround Leadership Project Management – Global Supply Chain Management–Technology Transfer – 3PL – Inventory Control PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

OHIO MEDICAL LLC • Gurnee, IL 2018-Present

Director of Operations, Warehousing, Production and Logistics Lead efforts associated with production, pricing, and distribution of air and oxygen flow meters, medical air and vacuum pumping systems, and portable suction equipment serving laboratory, medical device, industrial, and construction sectors globally. Serve in newly created position to reorganize warehousing and production into lean operating environment. Manage and report on $2M budget and oversee performance and development of 8 direct staff and 100 total staff. Ensure production meets service level agreements [SLAs].

Responsibilities Include:

• Evaluate and review financial statements, sales, and performance reports to measure productivity and identify areas for program improvements and cost reductions.

• Create best practice policies in connection with warehousing and production aligned with business needs and goals.

• Coordinate and manage inbound and outbound logistics.

• Guide development of procurement plan, which includes resource planning, subcontract requirements, and facility and material needs.

• Promote environments characterized by collaboration and employee engagement; recruit staff, oversee performance, and serve as coach and mentor to support professional development of staff. Key Achievements:

• Realized 15% cost savings by negotiating improved vendor pricing in collaboration with purchasing team and introduced consolidation concept linked to freight forwarder to maximize space.

• Improved on-time delivery from 40% to 85% in single year by establishing flow of inbound freight to complete full customer shipments and avoid partial shipments.

• Saved 30% on inbound freight by establishing consolidation lanes with forwarders and revised vendors’ transportation terms.

• Streamlined production and warehouse resources from 35 to 12 and reduced labor costs with increased output. CH ROBINSON INTERNATIONAL INC. • Des Plaines, IL 2011-2018 Operations Manager

Managed warehouse operations and various warehouse modes for this Fortune 500 provider of multimodal transportation services and third-party logistics. Developed, coached, and led 90 staff, including supervisors. SEMIR BASIC, PG. 2

773-***-**** adhjst@r.postjobfree.com

CH ROBINSON INTERNATIONAL, INC. – Continued

Prepared $3.2M annual warehouse and brokerage operation budget; developed financial reports and conducted analysis for vice president to facilitate decisions impacting business. Presented quarterly to shareholders on budget vs. actuals and warehouse KPIs, including cost per pallet, cost per cubic meter, and cost per sq. ft. Cultivated and maintained customer and vendor relationships. Key Achievements:

• Introduced consistency to materials handling in warehouse, as well as standard operating procedures [SOPS] for each mode of freight handling for big box retail clients; opened new ocean imports and exports division.

• Negotiated deal for new warehouse and integrated 2 operations under one roof.

• Led move to 300,000 sq. ft. facility to consolidate operations under one location subsequent to acquisition of Phoenix International. Realized significant savings and introduced cross-training effort to achieve streamlined, effective operation.

• Implemented monthly safety program to realize zero accidents in 3 years. Saved worker’s compensation costs and eliminated recordable injuries.

• Reversed $10,000 / month negative cash flow into positive cash flow after first year by building relationships with Robinson branch offices; generated additional revenue through cross docking and other initiatives.

• Conceptualized and ran project to create inventory shipping system that reduced errors; led successful pilot. GOODNESS GREENESS INC. • Chicago, IL 2013-2014

Consulting Operations Manager

Served in a consulting capacity to establish, manage, and maintain warehouse, receiving, and distribution operations. Ensured compliance with federal, state and local warehousing, materials handling, and shipping requirements. Established and monitored security protocols. Prepared annual budget, scheduled expenditures, analyzed variances, and initiated corrective actions. Recruited, trained, and managed employees’ performance. Maintained ongoing knowledge through self-directed training and participation in networking and industry events.

• Reduced overall cost of the warehouse operation by 27% [$807K+ savings vs. prior year] and overtime cost in warehouse by 68% [$357K+ savings vs. prior year].

• Increased pick rate by 40% from 45 to 75 cases an hour vs. first half of year. Introduced Microsoft inventory system and trained staff on picking, cycle count, and order processing to ensure inventory accuracy.

• Secured licensing to haul third-party freight in collaboration with forwarders and brokerage companies; generated new source of revenue.

EDUCATION

Webster University, Elgin, IL

Master of Business Administration [2010]

Northeastern Illinois University, Chicago, IL

Bachelor of Science in Business Management [2006]

PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATIONS

HACCP Certified

CCSF Certified

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