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Manager Supply Chain

Location:
Minneapolis, MN, 55311
Posted:
September 28, 2012

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John Antil

Maple Grove, MN *****

hj5g1k@r.postjobfree.com

612-***-****

~ Distribution/Supply Chain Management ~

Supply chain manager with 20+-year portfolio of success driving efficiency gains by designing, optimizing and managing warehouse distribution operations. Expertise at leading a team to optimal performance results. Leads continuous improvement efforts for inventory control and accuracy. Skilled at building relationships and negotiating with key outside vendors.

Expertise includes:

Operations • Warehouse Optimization • Distribution • Warehousing Technology • Logistics • Process Improvement Inventory Control • Production • Procurement • Planning • Cycle Counting • Leadership • Will Call Center

Safety Initiatives • ERP Implementation • Audits • SOX Compliance • Efficiency Gains

Start-Up Company • International Parts Sourcing • Material Management • MRP

Documentation • Facilities Management • Equipment Maintenance

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

3WIRE, Osseo, MN

2008 - 2012

Supply Chain Solutions and Parts Distribution to the foodservice and beverage industry.

Distribution/Warehouse Manager

Provided leadership to 35+ full time and temporary associates, shipping an average of 600 daily orders. Reported daily key performance indicators (KPI’s) to leadership team. Sought out new technology to enhance pick, pack and ship functions. Created database to collect production metrics used to determine labor needs, evaluate associate performance and measure results. Built key vendor relationship and negotiate contracts. Adhere to safety regulations to provide a clean safe working environment. Cross functional team player to achieve revenue goals. Active committee member in charity initiatives.

• Reduced headcount from 57 to 33 in first year utilizing Six Sigma methodology, payroll reduction of $96K

• Redesigned distribution center to reduce cycle time utilizing stream mapping and item analysis

• Reduced item picking area by 40%, reduced pick path length by 60%

• Achieved efficiency gain of 35% by introducing carousel item picking technology

• Created database to collect and report daily production metrics

• Optimized packing and shipping area to improve efficiency and ergonomics

• Replaced bubble wrap with pillow void fill reducing cost by 50K annually

• Installed InstaPak technology for repacking bulk items, reducing packaging costs by 55K annually

• Implemented auto-bagger technology to gain picking efficiencies

• Facilitated monthly team results, safety and open forum meetings

• Implemented employee performance review process and presented annual reviews

• Created distribution center work processes, operations training manuals

• Initiated Continuous Improvement Team to improve processes and develop associate involvement

• Involved in negotiation of contracts with vendors such as UPS, King Solutions, Emkat, Unisource, Trans Alarm, Sealed Air, AeroTek, Pregis, Liberty Carton and Crown Forklifts

• Team member for establishing new distribution center in Dallas

• Safety Initiatives: training and certification for DC associates in CPR and first aid • Created safety team • Installed anti-fatigue mats at shipping and receiving stations • Installed overhead lighting at work stations • Instituted safety shoe program • Installed overhead crane system to maneuver heavy items • Installed vacuum lift system in receiving for repacking heavy items • Monthly mandatory safety training classes • Created MSDS safety center

EDUCATION, TRAINING & SKILLS

Bachelor of Science in Management ~ Cardinal Stritch University

Military Experience ~ U.S. Army Medical Corp.

Training: CPR and First Aid Certification, Safety, HazMat, Fork-Lift Certification

Technical Skills: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook

ERP Solutions - Oracle, PeopleSoft, JD Edwards, Webwise, AS400, ROI Manage-200, MAS 200, Profit 21

KARL DUNGS, INC. Lino Lakes, MN

2005 - 2008

The development and manufacture of innovative system solutions for the thermal and process heating industry and for cogeneration plants.

Distribution/Procurement Manager

Managed warehouse, assembly, production, procurement and logistics.

• Procurement of finished goods, raw materials, and negotiation of vendor and service contracts.

• Monitor supplier performance and costs

• Supervision of warehouse employees, domestic, international and miscellaneous shipments

• Managed item master/creation of new part numbers

• Managed master production schedule for assembly and production builds

• Performance reviews, training and development

• Building Maintenance - contract outside cleaning and maintenance

ENDOCARE formerly TIMM MEDICAL TECHNOLOGIES (Start-up Company), Eden Prairie, MN 1999 - 2005

Endocare Inc., a medical device company, engages in the development, manufacture, and distribution of health care products for cryoablation

2001 – 2005 Operations Manager

1999 – 2001 Materials Manager

• Orchestrated relocation of company to new facility

• Set up of production, assembly, and cleanroom facilities

• Created work instruction processes

• Team leader of ROI and MAS 200 ERP systems implementation

• Negotiation of current vendor contracts and acquisition of new vendors - procured vendor in China

• Cost savings management team leader - redesign of product line, savings of $200K

• Renegotiated contract with UPS and Fed Ex to lower shipping cost

• Passed TUV and Sarbanes-Oxley compliance audits

EARLY CAREER HISTORY

American Medical Systems ~ ERP JD Edwards Distribution Team Member, 1998-1999

American Medical Systems ~ Distribution Supervisor, 1994 – 1998

American Medical Systems ~ Warehouse Lead, 1989 – 1994

American Medical Systems ~ Warehouse Associate, 1984 – 1989



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