CHARLES G. ZEMAN *** e shabonee trail IL ***** 773-***-****

OVERVIEW: Highly-motivated and results-driven management professional with comprehensive experience in purchasing, logistics, supply chain management, inventory control and quality assurance. Consistently seek out new opportunities to implement process improvements and enhance organizational efficiency. Oversee projects from initiation to completion. Successfully manage teams to deliver desired results. Excel in cultivating strong customer relationships. Seeking new position to leverage existing experience and build upon proven skill set. SKILLS & • Team Leadership • Operations Management • Purchasing EXPERTISE: • Process Streamlining • Production Supervision • Strategic Planning

• Procurement • Documentation • Quality Control

• Regulatory Compliance • Inventory Management • Data Analysis

• SAP & ERP • Microsoft Office 365 Suite • COVID-19 Safety EXPERIENCE: POWER SOLUTIONS INTERNATIONAL, INC. 2017 to 2021 Materials Lead Wood Dale, IL

Supervised receiving and production lines inside a 250,000 square foot warehouse facility. Oversaw $47 million in warehouse inventory; coordinated purchasing of materials for large-scale manufacturing of truck engines. Managed materials supply for Picking, Packing and Storage departments. Fulfilled staff supervision duties; ensured the proper enforcement of all safety protocols. Reinforced all quality control measures. Completed a variety of other maintenance, supervision and administrative duties as assigned. Abided by all COVID-19 safety protocols and sanitization procedures; facilitated social distancing practices and implemented various measures to prevent airborne transmission. Highlights Achieved 99% accuracy with facility inventory management activities.

Led facility-wide safety initiatives to further minimize potential dangers and address any pre-existing safety concerns.

AWTWORLDTRADE 2007 to 2017

Group Leader Chicago, IL

Oversaw business operations across six departments, including Production, Shipping/Receiving, Inventory, Rigging, Purchasing and Frame Imaging. Recruited, trained and mentored new employees in best practices. Managed entire domestic and international logistics processes from warehouse to customer. Ensured that all documentation was maintained and accurate. Monitored compliance with federally mandated safety regulations. Developed improved processes to enhance efficiency and reduce overhead. Served as point of contact with trucking and shipping carriers; resolved all customer service issues regarding final delivery of products. Oversaw quality control activities on all products; ensured machines met manufacturer standards.

Highlights Spearheaded new Safety Initiative aimed at reducing workplace incidents and served as Chairman.

Implemented new methods to cut production time of product by 20%.

Oversaw purchasing of new equipment; successfully managed budget and liaised with vendors to identify necessary equipment.

Maintained 100% rate of zero damaged equipment when shipping both domestically and internationally through improved rigging and crating procedures.

Implemented new proprietary ERP system to monitor business manufacturing processes.

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EXPERIENCE: OZARK PRIDE CHEESE CO-OP 2005 to 2006

(Continued) Labor & Employment Law Associate/Summer Associate Mountain View, MO Provided comprehensive business and management expertise to start-up organization producing artisan goat cheese. Initiated study in collaboration with a financial institution to determine feasibility of business operations. Developed relationships with dairy producers and negotiated purchasing agreements. Oversaw development of a production facility to process raw material into finished products. Analyzed production values and made adjustments to processes as necessary to ensure financial health of co-op.

Highlights Successfully secured grants through State of Missouri to enable production.

Consistently monitored production rates and conducted analysis to ensure quotas were consistently met and customers were satisfied. UNITED PARCEL SERVICE (UPS) 2001 to 2005

Supervisor - Logistics Addison, IL

Supervised team of approximately 26 team members in monitoring and overseeing administration of delivery vehicles across multiple locations. Ensured compliance with all internal and external regulations. Conducted regular audits regarding personnel scheduling and performance. Developed schedules to maximize efficiency of available labor power. Consulted with senior leadership regarding implementation of new initiatives to improve efficiency of department. FEDERATED FOODS 1993 to 2000

Purchasing Manager Arlington Heights, IL

Managed purchasing department consisting of four Buyers and five Customer Service Representatives responsible for numerous product categories, including canned food, frozen food, pet food, ice cream and other DSD items. Cultivated valuable relationships with food manufacturers and producers to secure favorable contract agreements. Analyzed market conditions and conducted trend analysis to capitalize on purchasing power and make strategic purchases of products. Assumed responsibility for global sourcing and exporting of products internationally through proprietary brands. Managed logistics and shipping of products procured from suppliers. Analyzed P&L statements and forecasted sales. Assisted product development team to implement new offerings based upon market changes. Highlights Implemented new cycle counting inventory control procedures; achieved 96% fill rate.

Initiated update of all consumer product packaging to align with customer values.

Managed inventory of finished goods with approximate annual value of $15MM.

Delivered significant cost savings through capitalizing on high-volume purchases and consolidation of logistics activities. EDUCATION: COLUMBIA COLLEGE Chicago, IL

General Studies

CERTIFICATIONS: • OSHA Forklift Certification

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