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Memphis, Tennessee, United States

Lead a team of 125 exempt, non-exempt fulltime and temporary employees for a fast-paced 3PL distribution center, consisting of eight clients in the retail, wholesale and ecommerce industries. Ensure a safe working environment for all employees, clients and vendors. Monitor operating expenses and manpower needs daily. Review all processes and standards and revise SOP's as warranted. Drive accountability with my team by utilizing KPI's and three measurement systems to track daily performance. Develop and implement continuous improvement opportunities. Manage communication with clients and internal stakeholders.

Byhalia, Mississippi, United States

Responsible for Operational Excellence, as well as Inbound operations in an 870K sq ft distribution center. Ensure that all work processes support and are aligned with Safety initiatives throughout the site. Identify all potential solutions, prioritize solutions, develop implementation plans, confirm attainment of goals, and drive it home. Perform both tactical and strategic work to reduce / eliminate constraints, by applying broad knowledge acting as a key contributor while working and collaborating with cross-functional teams throughout the organization. Define requirements for operations and ensure the implementation of Continuous Improvement strategies and initiatives to effectively meet or exceed business requirements and customer expectations.

Byhalia, Mississippi, United States

Hired by ABB, to rewrite SOP’s to be in alignment with ISO certification, provide training and improve process flows throughout the distribution center operations. Promote customer-focused culture, use data analytics, feedback from throughout the site; to develop, implement and track continuous improvement projects focused enhancing efficiency, consolidation of resources, and waste reduction.

Southaven, Ms

Responsible for P&L for contract logistics distribution of parts in the construction industry. Work directly with onsite client to provide predictable services by execution and attainment of all contracted SLA's and KPI's. Provide strategic leadership to tactical operations team for daily execution, cost saving initiatives, and overall management of the operation. Ownership for maximization of the warehouse layout, including proper slotting of inventory. Ensures the safest working environment as well as consistently monitoring that all safety procedures are in place and compliance by all personnel. Lead Operations team to successfully drive change, and motivate their employees to exceed performance expectations that include, measured metrics such as safety record, quality performance, daily throughput, order fulfillment, and accuracy, and lines shipped per labor hour.

Jackson, Tn

Led a team of 8 ensuring the company's safety, budgetary, quality and productivity goals are met. Accountable for the financial and operational activities of a 300,000 square foot Ecommerce distribution center with a $6.6 million operating budget. Accountable to identify and enact operational and performance improvements. Projects included carton-on-demand picking, slotting, reconfiguration of the pick facings layout, and the establishment of a Value Added Services department.

Southern California

Promoted to a newly created position, with added accountability for the manufacturing center in addition to distribution responsibilities. Led a team of 15 direct reports and a flexible workforce of up to 230 full time and temporary employees. Responsible for a 400,000 square foot regional facility with three distribution cost centers and a manufacturing center with a $14 million operating budget. Oversaw Human Resources, Safety, Finance, Administration, Customer Service, Facility Maintenance, Procurement, Logistics, distribution and manufacturing.

Compton, Ca

Directed the company’s distribution center and QC/repair operations with a staff of 1 supervisor, 1 administrative clerk and 14 hourly employees including 4 QC/repair technicians supporting $100 million in domestic sales. The operations resided in two facilities totaling 165,000 square feet. Responsible for developing domestic transportation and warehousing strategies and the implementation of the strategies to improve overall operations and reduce costs. Established and developed valuable relationships between the local team and our corporate office located in Boca Raton, Florida. Collaborated with a customer to reduce their transportation expense and labor expense for The Singing Machine Co.

Sun Valley, Ca

Directed all distribution and transportation activities for the company’s 50,000 square foot distribution center. Staff included 3 managers and 60 employees across 2 shifts. Developed procedures for all major functions of the distribution center improving production, quality and service to customers. Utilized these procedures to provide consistent training for employees, helping to improve performance. Negotiated cost reductions in transportation and supplies.

Signal Hill, Ca

Rotated through several departments on differing shifts including, Safety, pick/pack operations, stocking, returns in a 450,000 square foot facility and an off-site facility containing legal documents for banks and other financial institutions. Responsible for directing and managing a staff of up to 70 associates while maintaining production standards and safety. Asked by senior management to help develop management team.

Fullerton, California

Rotated through several departments, including all order fulfillment (pick/pack), shipping and inventory control in a 230,000 square foot facility. Responsible for coaching, and developing of associates in preparation for advancement. Managed and trained up to 80 associates.