Operations Manager Distribution Center
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BRAD WHITT
OPERATIONS MANAGER
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Cypress, Texas 77433
June 2023 - December 2024
RMI, Cypress, Texas
Operations Manager - Managed the overall operational functions from purchasing, receiving, stocking, inventory control and shipping. Also implemented a WMS system with wireless barcode scanning to streamline the process
Created distribution center from ground up to facilitate 30 WH locations throughout the world Move from drop shipping to distribution center fulfillment while obtaining a 40% saving to the bottom line going directly to the manufacturers
Initiated purchase order requests, receipts and change requests for products and services April 2020 - May 2023
FTG, Houston, Texas
Operations Manager - Managed all operations from bringing in containers from overseas to ensuring FTG met the end customer needs.
Implemented SWOT process for improving processes by identifying strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and threats
Created KPI dashboards for all areas in the operations to manage meeting the company goals on a weekly/monthly basis
Redesigned WH for 40% more storage capability
Developed assembly line for large production process February 2015 - March 2020
USA Sports, Houston, TX
Regional Operations Manager - Direct operations of business and management of three facilities, including 110,00 square foot distribution center. Create budget strategies for all facility and operational needs. Track and maintain vendor reports to collect data regarding results. Championed and coordinated new electronic WMS process order system with barcode scanning method
Reduced order delivery time from 5 days to next day Created west coast distribution center to strategically cover the United States Streamlined trade show costs with new processes and procedures Operations Management
Project Management
Quality Control
Transportation Management
Supply and Demand Requirements
Written and Verbal Communication
Sourcing and Procurement
Supply Chain Planning
Supplier Relationship Management
Warehouse Management
Process Improvements
Six Sigma Methodologies
Effective Customer Communication
Barcode Systems Implementation
Training and Development
Forward-thinking Operations Manager with proven track record of driving efficiency and fostering collaborative team environment. Expertise in streamlining operations and implementing strategic initiatives that enhance productivity and operational success. Proactive leader known for assertive decision-making and strong communication skills. Committed to achieving organizational goals and delivering high- quality results.
February 2013 - February 2015
CORT Furniture, Houston, Texas
Operations Manager - Managed overall operation and was responsible for the effective and successful management of labor, productivity, quality control and safety measures as established and set for the Operations Department.
Created a double shift process to reduce overtime and employee fatigue Implemented process controls for better distribution processes Consistently maintained inventory accuracy rate above 95% September 2011 - January 2013
Ontility, Houston, Texas
VP-Inventory, Controls and Quality Assurance - Led the daily activities of the organization, helped to facilitate stronger processes, more efficient activities, and enhanced controls. Redesigned new processes for receiving, stocking, picking and inventory control. Reduced order fulfillment from seven day to next day shipping Decreased shopping costs by 40% (six digit savings per quarter) Improved inventory accuracy from 75% to 95%
June 2009 - December 2012
Igloo, Houston, TX
Tool Crib Manager - Instrumental in the management of staff and daily activities. Purchased all commodity products used in the manufacturing facility. Negotiated pricing breaks in key products purchased.
Executed processes and structure for 12,000 SKU items Reduced supply spending by 40% after new process implementation ($150k + in savings, first year) Redesigned bar code computerized tracking system for accurate inventory throughout manufacturing facility
Improved inventory accuracy from 56% to above 95%
June 1996 - May 2009
Masterworks Intl., Houston, Texas
Director of Operations - Managed 50+ employees, including hiring, terminating, training, motivating and mentoring. Directed all operational areas.
Brought facility to ISO 9000 standards, in order to work with large cooperations (HP, Dell, IBM, Sony, etc.)
Boosted RMA to 2% versus industry standard of 4-5% Implemented bar code computerized tracking system for accurate inventory Improved inventory accuracy for 82.5% to 99.9%
Forklift Certified
ASE Certified Shipper
A+ Certification
Safety/OSHA Training
Lean Six Sigma
CERTIFICATIONS/TRAINING
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