FRANK P. NEWHOUSE

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Sacramento, Ca. 95864

Home: 916-***-**** Cell: 916-***-****

E-mail: ekv83c@r.postjobfree.com

OPERATIONS / SUPPLY CHAIN / DISTRIBUTION MANAGER

OPERATIONS - SALES - PRODUCTION - MANUFACTURING - LOGISTICS - TRANSPORTATION - SUPPLY CHAIN DISTRIBUTION

I am a dynamic, hands on, detail and results oriented proactive team leader with a demonstrated record of maximizing productivity while maintaining expense objectives and sales goals. Innovative, analytical and big picture thinker that drives process improvements. Ability to apply both business and operational skills in formulating solutions across multiple levels. Dedicated personnel trainer and mentor. I am a creative, confident and effective problem solver and an exceptional communicator with cross-cultural communications with sales, production, distribution, transportation and business relations.

AREAS OF EXPERTISE

Purchasing - Procurement - Fulfillment Revenue Management Transportation / Logistics / 3PL / B2B

Sales - Customer Service - Admin. Performance Analysis- KPI - Metrics Production & Inventory Management

Strategic Business Planning - Forecasting - Asset Management P&L - Budget Management - Ebita -Compensation Planning WMS-ERP-MRP- RF Technology - Microsoft Systems

Process Improvements - 5S - BP - GMP- SOX - Quality Control - ISO 9000 Safety - OSHA, DOT, EPA, HAZMAT, HACCP Project Management - TQM - Six Sigma - Kaizen

EDUCATION

Bachelor of Arts Degree - Business

Fairmont State College

Special Training / Continuing Education:

Six Sigma Management Certified (Green Belt) Cert.# 251**********

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

DISTRIBUTION CENTER MANAGER (2007 - Present)

VALSPAR CORP. Sacramento, CA (Chemicals)

Delivers exceptional results managing, planning and executing operations at a fast paced multi-entity production, packaging, sales, transportation, IT and supply chain distribution program supporting annual sales of more than $100 million.

Oversee approximately 800,000 square feet of production, sales, warehouse, packaging, inventory and two 3PL distribution facilities (including bulk, conveyer, order fulfillment, pick & pack and sortation systems). Multiple locations including 22 drivers and road equipment.

Implements customer service standards and co-ordinate sales team strategies across the region. Co-ordinate sales staff and marketing requirements with production, warehousing and delivery to ensure unbeatable customer service that is aligned with company goals and to meet or exceed sales projections.

Manage overall financial performance area by analyzing and reconciling financial reports (full P&L responsibility); directing the creation and administration of capital and expense budgets; cost control measures and resolving budgetary issues.

Produced cost savings of 12% to 17% on multiple production and distribution levels through Six Sigma processes; prepare forecasts based on sales projections to meet pick and pack and delivery schedules; and execute strategies to improve productivity, efficiency, on-time product delivery, and customer satisfaction.

Develops and implements strategies to attract and maintain a highly skilled and engaged workforce by diagnosing capability gaps: recruiting, selecting and developing talent: supporting mentorship, succession planning and leveraging the capabilities of new and existing talent.

Decreased inventory by 18% in 1st. year while sustaining on time manufacturing productivity and customer deliveries by creating a team to evaluate product demand and tailor stocking levels and production schedules to accommodate sales projections and customer requests.

Increased accuracy of inventory and cycle counts from 89.7% to 98.3% by rezoning of pick and pack product to accommodate usage frequency.

Foster teamwork throughout the distribution center between sales staff, HR, administration and manage a culturally diverse staff consisting of 6 direct reports and as many as 415 employees. Establish accurate measurement of key performance metrics for all areas of responsibility and continuous process improvement. Fleet operations management.

Cultivates an environment where associates respect and adhere to company standards of integrity and ethics by integrating these values into all programs and practices; developing consequences for violations or non-compliance; and supporting an OPEN DOOR POLICY.

Directs a transportation program, multiple 3PL, contract delivery services, drivers and coordinate logistics to achieve prescribed objectives. Negotiate contracts with dedicated local and international carriers(LTL,TL,oversees,air)responsible for optimizing deliveries to retail customers.

Builds positive relationships with executives, sales staff, work force and cross-functional internal departments; ensures compliance with policies and procedures; and introduced internal controls and audits to reduce operating costs, control expenditures and maximize profit growth.

Established safety-first SMART program; work with Corporate Safety Management to improve workplace and driver safety, and security and facility maintenance.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

OPERATIONS & TRANSPORTATION MANAGER (2005 - 2007)

Creative Touch Interiors- (HD Supply) Lathrop, CA (Building Materials)

Exceeded expectations across all performance categories managing the production, purchasing, inventory, and distribution operations of a 300,000 square foot distribution center serving local and national chain retail companies and residential home developers and sales staff.

Planned and set up new Distribution Warehouse, Administration, Sales and Production Facility along with logistics for 22 delivery drivers.

Introduced statistical inventory controls to improve inventory accuracy, achieve timely raw material deliveries, and reduce incoming freight costs 12%, a $120,000 savings.

Cultivated trusting relationships with sales staff, customers and vendors; established the operational framework for long-term savings in all handling, pick and pack, and warehouse services, and generated over $320,000 in year-over-year freight cost savings.

Improved inventory cycle count accuracy from 89 to 97% while maintaining continuity of material flow and improved customer service levels by reducing missed or shorted product shipments.

Co-authored the company’s Quality and Safety Procedures to achieve National Housing Qualification certification; implemented and managed programs to maintain compliancy with OSHA, HAZMAT and DOT rules and regulations and DOT driver certification; and served as the Environmental Health & Safety Administrator for 2 California warehouse and distribution centers. EHS.

Responsible for all capital expenditures including leasing and purchasing of over the road, distribution and production equipment. P&L responsibility.

Prepare freight and warehousing budgets and maintained fleet operations along with negotiating costs to balance customer service objectives and costs.

Key member of an IT team responsible for converting the company operating system from RFMS to SAP and served as an SAP regional power user and process owner for three California locations.

Built pride in work; managed as many as 137 employees; created effective recruiting and retention programs; and implemented training plans to improve employee performance.

Chaired weekly leadership meetings and worked closely with sales staff to ensure revenue projections were aligned with company goals and customer service was TOP priority.

MANAGER / OWNER / OPERATOR (1994 - 2005)

Village Flower Shop / A&R Petals Florist - Sacramento, CA

Acquired ownership of an under-performing customer-driven business and applied an entrepreneurial spirit to build customer traffic and grow annual sales from less than $297,000 to $1 million.

Set the benchmark as a hands-on working manager, formulated a business structure to drive sales, and provided decision-making on all business operations, sales, marketing, personnel, cost control, budgeting, purchasing, inventory, delivery, and customer service.

Developed and executed a marketing strategy to open new retail locations, grow on-line Internet sales, and deliver high profit business in a very competitive industry.

Implemented a new delivery system to maximize efficiency across all production and delivery services. Also established a Windows-based point-of-sale system responsible for reducing labor costs 22% and cutting cost of goods sold through grower direct purchasing.

Recruited, trained, and managed as many as 35 employees and improved employee productivity resulting in saving over $21,000 in annual overtime costs.

Implemented cost control strategies and administered operating budgets. Full P&L responsibility.

DISTRIBUTION CENTER MANAGER (1989 - 1994)

Milgard Manufacturing - Rancho Cordova, CA ( Windows)

Directed the inventory and distribution operations for a window manufacturing company supporting more than 60 stores and retail markets in California and Nevada. P&L responsibility.

Led short and long-range strategic planning processes to improve operational efficiency and achieved supply and fulfillment goals for all retail customers using proven inventory storage, replenishment, allocation, and supply fulfillment strengths.

Prepared on going staffing projections to meet continuously changing sales, production, and delivery requirements and managed 4 direct reports and as many as 250 employees including drivers.

Established a new Preventative Maintenance Program; negotiated contracts to procure new delivery equipment; launched new safety programs to comply with OSHA, HAZMAT and DOT regulations.

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