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Franksville, Wisconsin, Us

Brooklyn Park, Mn, Us

Operational fiscal and budgetary responsibility ($130M), managed 13 Distribution Centers. Left when position was among several eliminated due to budget cutsOperational Solutions• Implemented automated warehouse system taking picked lines from 125–150 to 480–560 per day/picker• Developed a direct ship VMI program eliminating forward stocking locations, reducing costs and providing an increased level on onsite customer service• Managed the logistical implementation of a new ERP system across 13 facilities at the same time• Designed new ergonomic receiving flow for mixed pallet receiving breakdown eliminating injuries and decreasing the number of touches throughout the process• Preformed multiple facility layouts and redesigns along with two new facility openings Process Solutions• Through multiple iterations, established visually managed receiving and shipping processes eliminating wasted steps to achieve 24 hour processing goals and dramatically increasing customer satisfaction• Worked with IT department to standardize label and deliver document formats decreasing process steps• Developed a training matrix to ensure proper training of logistics personnel and cross training monitoring• Designed a more efficient batch picking process in SAP with our global IT teamFinancial Solutions• Established a preventative maintenance program at WI distribution center saving 5-10 hours per week• Participated in Executive team board meetings and lead logistics / operations discussions• Invested in in-house packaging delivering a $300,000 annual savings and less than 1 year equipment ROI• Negotiated and managed facility leases for 10 distribution centers

Managed all Operations: Including 6 operational managers in IT, QC, VMI Services, Contract Services, Production, Supply Chain & Logistical Services with a total of 50 employees. Managed 3 GLF distribution centers in the US, two 3PL distribution centers in IL, Mexico. Left when recruited to Wurth AdamsOperational and Customer Integrated Solutions• Designed and implemented new VMI solution called CMS (Customer Managed Solutions), resulting in standard solutions and quick implementations for our customers. • Negotiated a 25% reduction in rates for domestic and LTL and TL transportation contracts• Worked directly with top customers leadership to design system efficiencies in their flow of goods• Led changes in corporate culture from “Not my Job” to “We can do anything”• Managed part time on-site VMI staff at outlying customer locations• Influencer in Executive Team discussions about Company’s long and short term directions and goals• Established a 3PL in Mexico with IMMEX controlProcess Solutions• Implemented and managed P21 system improvements to improve warehouse efficiencies, participated on multiple P21 advisory councils to design and increase functionality in company’s ERP system• Implemented and designed Lean process improvements to improve warehouse operations• Automated the warehouse process with scanners and system-directed put away and pickingFinancial Solutions, and Industry Influence• Managed fleet and building maintenance• Integrated shipment tracking and rates into company ERP system through third party software solutions• Integrated bolt-on software to improve reporting and analytics• Worked with our IT and Finance Team to create a company intranet and HRM system• Board member of the NFDA

Tilburg, North Brabant, Nl

Managed 7 operational managers including Purchasing, IT, QC, Stock Control, Supply Chain & Logistical Services consisting of a total of 125 employees, as well as all fiscal and budget responsibility. Parallel role as SAP Power Key User (10 years). Left when company was bought by Grainger who put their team in placeStrategic Solutions• Implemented 2 Major Warehouses (MW) in North America, executed MW building moves in 2004 and 2012• Combined Canadian and US organizations into one North American Organization• Centralized North American Purchasing Team into one location• Consolidated 4 regional warehouses into the Major Warehouse in MI and carried out Canada restructure• Negotiated transportation contracts for domestic and international lanes• Implemented lean manufacturing principals to MW operations including 5S program and job mapping• Member of Fabory’s Global Supply Chain Team and participated in the redesign of our global supply chainGrowth or Process Solutions• Implemented and managed system and process improvements to improve operations efficiencies• Decreased operational expenses through efficiency programs• Managed Key Account management for company’s top account, with an increase in sales from $3M to $11.5M with minimal to no FTE growthSAP Power Key User• Managed departmental Key Users, doing troubleshooting and developing system integrated solutions• Tested and implemented new releases, coordinated new release implementation

Warren, Mi, Us

Ba, Materials & Logistics Management

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