Jim Stewart Email & Phone Number

Franklin, Wi, Us

Lead integration of $200M national acquisition across 8 distribution centers. Managed supply chain operations for large distribution centers with annual sales in excess of $160M. Created e-commerce fulfillment models for large retailers such as Amazon, Home Depot.com and Chewy. Led network optimization efforts to maximize distribution network efficiencies and cost reductions. • Delivered 110% performance to budget for labor and delivery cost reductions.• Scaled warehouse operations up to account for 40% growth in pet products segment. • Achieved company best quality and order accuracy (99.85%) in Ontario distribution center.

Franklin, Wi, Us

In this role, I had the privilege of leading and overseeing operations within a sales region valued at $110M. My role involves managing a team of 25 territory managers and serving a diverse customer base of over 2K clients, making every day a dynamic challenge. As part of my responsibilities, I've been at the forefront of our Salesforce.com team, ensuring seamless utilization to optimize our operations. Guiding our S&OP teams has been instrumental in streamlining our strategies for maximum effectiveness. Here are some of the highlights of my achievements: • Achieved an impressive surge in sales for the Western Region. Over the span of three years, we achieved progressive increases of 20% - 32% from 2019 to 2022. • Alongside this growth, we elevated our gross profit by an impressive 300 basis points. • My approach relied on data-driven insights. • I successfully utilized financial modeling to enhance customer profitability and drove substantial EBIT growth, emphasizing the power of informed decision-making. • Amidst these accomplishments, we managed to cut expenses by a significant 15%.• The utilization of KPIs for insightful management extended beyond expenses; it also facilitated a 5% reduction in credits, enabling proactive addressing of customer, product, and delivery trends.• In 2019, I successfully completed the Central Garden & Pet Leadership Academy Program, which further honed my skills and knowledge.

Franklin, Wi, Us

During my role as Vice President of Transportation & Logistics, I had the opportunity to manage the supply chain operations of a substantial $300M+ national business unit. This encompassed overseeing 8 distribution centers and an annual transportation budget of $20M. I was directly responsible for a private fleet, which included 8 transportation managers, 98 drivers, and 88 trucks. Some of the key highlights from this experience are: • I took the lead in developing logistics networks for well-known national retailers such as Kroger and Amazon. • Through careful and detailed evaluation of our dedicated transportation and third-party logistics (3PL) providers, I was able to identify opportunities for cost savings. This meticulous approach resulted in a significant $200K in savings while maintaining operational efficiency.

Franklin, Wi, Us

In this role, I had the privilege of overseeing a dynamic sales region with an annual turnover exceeding $350 million. This encompassed the management of seven distribution and manufacturing centers, spanning over 1.5 million square feet. I guided a team of over 60 dedicated salespeople and supervised 12 direct reports and more than 500 hourly indirect reports. My notable achievements were: • I led the Southern California sales team to achieve steady sales and gross profit growth over four consecutive years. • One major win was completing a training project in OPEX/Lean/Six Sigma. This resulted in cutting canceled orders by a significant 50%, making our operations smoother and customers happier. • I successfully spearheaded the implementation of SAP ERP across multiple distribution centers, boosting our efficiency and effectiveness. • I took charge of fulfillment programs for major retailers like Home Depot, Lowes, Walmart, and Amazon, demonstrating our commitment to top-quality service and results. • My team clinched 4 President's Awards and 5 Silver Star Awards. These recognitions truly showcased our team's remarkable contributions to the organization's success.

Masters In Liberal Arts - Management, Business Administration And Management, General

Bachelor Of Science - Bs, Industrial Engineering|Minor In Business Administration

Certificate Program, Business Administration And Management