GM

DONNIE E. BARABAS

*** ******** ***.

Greer, SC **651

*************@*****.***

Phone: 864-***-****

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

With over 20 years in an Operations/Safety/Logistics related field, I am recognized for adding significant value in any organization with my steadfast motivation, effective management skills, and focus on quality. I am used to “wearing many hats”, always stay busy making improvements, seek conflict resolution and am considered a “hands on” leader.

DSV Logistics @ Michelin Distribution Center, 09/2019 – Present

General Manager – Spartanburg, SC

As General Manager of operations, I was responsible for overseeing the strategic direction, operation, compliance, and financial results for a designated operation (Michelin sites). Plus serve as primary customer interface for all leadership decisions, including but not limited to, proposal approval of the site production and contract negotiations. As the GM I was involved in developing marketing plans and assisting in the development and growth of new business Oversee local continuous improvement activities, LEAN practices, supply chain analysis, six sigma initiatives, and ISO activities. Ensure the operation adheres to the overall corporate mission, vision, and core values, while consistently meeting client and company expectations.

Key Logistics Solutions, LLC @ Michelin (ASRC Raw Materials Division), 02/2019 – 09/2019

General Manager – Growth opportunity through 3PL for Michelin contract

●Facility management at Louisville, KY site supporting inbound and outbound processing of synthetic rubber for distribution to client sites and customers.

DSV Logistics (formerly UTI & TNT Logistics) @ Michelin Distribution Center, 12/2006 – 01/2019

Operations Manager – Continuous employment through 3PL contract/acquisition (Michelin)

●Effective management as a third-party logistics provider (3PL) for a Fortune 200 company.

●Excelled in all manager areas of previous UTi client responsibilities, with contributions related to experienced insight.

●Assisted operations at other DSV sites, traveling as required for support.

●Managed daily warehouse activities; planned long-range needs based upon sales forecasts.

●Coordinated site maintenance, equipment utilization and general housekeeping activities.

●Monitored Loading Service Performance, labor scheduling, staffing and budgeting.

●Implemented safety, security, general housekeeping and sanitation programs.

●Compiled and analyzed production/performance reports of over 340 employees.

●Directed and oversaw job assignments, including shipping/receiving functions and employee development; conducted process audits, and maintained standard operating procedures compliance, and training programs.

●Availability on-call 24/7 – 365 as a beacon for safety, guidance and emergency management.

UTI Integrated Logistics (formerly TNT Logistics) @ Michelin Distribution Center, 08/1998 – 12/2006

Operations Support Manager - Continuous employment through 3PL contract change (Michelin)

Work Planner

●Planned work for the entire warehouse; controlled flow of shipping and receiving (involving 340 employees); computer use (wrote spreadsheets; e-mails); trained employees on forklift and order picker license; delegated duties; ensured quality of on-time shipments; provided excellent customer service; ensured employee production.

Tire Inspector

●Inspected tires for compliance to specifications.

Warehouse Worker

●Shipping & receiving, forklift operation, and order picking.

Corporate Express, 08/1995 – 08/1998

Warehouse Worker

Jiffy Lube, 02/1994 – 08/1995

Assistant Manager/Lube Technician

TECHNICAL SKILLS

Advanced proficiency in: AS400, SAP, WMS, Geode, Red Prairie and Cargo Write programs; Yard Management System; Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook; also, Windows 10, 95, 98, ME, XP, and Vista.

EDUCATION & TRAINING

●Greenville High School Diploma

●Donaldson Career Center Vocational training: Auto Mechanics

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