Manager

WILLIAM C. SMITH

**** ****** ***** ***** ********* NC 28269 704-***-**** / 704-***-**** **********@***.***

MANAGER-DISTRIBUTION CENTER

Process Improvements / Plan Development / Logistics / Safety Management / Cost Control / DOT /

OSHA / Vendor Relations / P&L / Labor Management Software Proficiency/Road net Routing

Managed multi-million dollar distribution in excess of 1 million square feet. Plan directed and coordinated all warehouse activities. Recognized for generating cost savings and maintaining efficient utilization of manpower through proper scheduling and training.

• Exercised control on overtime shrinkage repairs and modifications to effectively control costs.

• Maintained 100% accuracy in support of ISO certification to improve product flow.

• Established and managed cross-training program to increase productivity.

• Implemented safety policies and procedures in compliance with OSHA and DOT

Key Skills: Exceptional people skills. Rapid situation assessment. Synthesize diverse ideas. Strong communicator. Win cooperation at all levels. High achiever. Exceptional team player. Natural leader. Action-oriented. Diplomatic. Effective at organizing staff. Handle change easily. Influence group to focus on emerging issues meeting deadlines.

Software Proficiency: Labor Management RF Product Scanning AS400 Scheduling and Dispatching Microsoft Office Suite

US Army 1986 to 1992

SELECTED ACCOMPLISHMENTS

Exercised control on overtime shrinkage repairs and modifications to effectively control costs for DSC Logistic. Overtime for Calendar Year 2007 at DSC Logistic exceeded 10%. Effectively utilized Labor Management System to evenly disburse workload resulting in a 50% reduction.

Maintained 100% accuracy in support of ISO certification to improve product flow. Customer shipped approximately 15 000 boxes to warehouse noting incorrect manufactured date creating an inbound obstacle. Customer was notified of error and shipment returned resulting in 100% ISO accuracy.

Established and managed cross-training program to increase productivity. Due to understaffing there was a shortage in manpower to complete assigned tasks. Developed associate cross-training program to ensure adequate functionally knowledge and appropriate shift coverage.

Implemented safety policies and procedures in compliance with OSHA and DOT

Identified opportunities and implemented process improvements enhancing business processes. Developed safety programs for private fleet.

CAREER HISTORY

Transportation Supervisor Quality Custom Distribution 2009 to 2010. Effectively and efficiently managed overall warehouse and transportation operations through proper routing communication and team work. Receiving and shipping ensuring accurate and on-time delivery Assuring inventory controls including receiving shipping and returns manage deliveries including routing dispatching and backhauls

Warehouse Supervisor Mclane Foodservices 2004 to 2009. A 2B Food Service Supplier. Managed P&L responsibility for 200 000 sq. ft. warehouse. Controlled overtime shrinkage and manpower utilization. Supervised 25. Ensured compliance with OSHA regulations and improved processes and productivity.

Logistics Manager DSC Logistics 2000 to 2004. A $300M Third Party Logistics Company. Focused on cost reduction and risk management. Managed P&L responsibility for 1.2M sq. ft. warehouse. Supervised 85. Implemented action plans for shipping receiving picking staging and product labeling. Effectively and efficiently managed overall warehouse operations through proper communication and team work.

Warehouse Supervisor Millard Refrigerated 1995 to 2000. A $230M high volume cold storage distribution center. Supervised 70. Managed 600 000 sq. ft. warehouse. Organized labor requirements for product loading unloading and distribution. Endured adequate P&L management via cost review and process modifications

Logistics Supervisor Coca Cola Bottling 1992 1995. A 19M manufacturing and bottling soft drink company. Managed 250 000 sq. ft. warehouse. Supervised 50 unionized employees. Inventory and shrinkage control.

Contact this candidate