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Irvine, California, Us

- Lead a team in the performance of inventory audits, cycle counting, reconciliation, variance adjustments and reporting.- Launch, measure and report the performance of new replenishment program for high volume inventory items.- Review and enhance operational processes for all areas of responsibility including: receiving, slotting, picking and shipping.- Full accountability for departmental P&L; labor, supplies, equipment and other capital expenditures. - Plan / Execute annual physical inventory, coordinate with auditing firm. Provide results reporting.

- Design / manage the start up of the company's first distribution center with full operational and financial responsibility for the start up and ongoing operating expenses.- Managed the facility for the first year of operation maximizing efficiencies and maintaining an inventory accuracy of 99.7% through the implementation of a full RF system throughout facility.- Built a strategic alliance with all branch locations through partnership, dedication to providing to them exceptional customer service.

- Evaluated / Implemented operating procedures for increasing productivity and reducing labor expenses by 20% the first year.- Recommended work flow changes and physical departmental moves in bringing forth positive change to improve efficiencies and morale.- Created reporting that allowed for more effective monitoring of operational activities and effectiveness.- Assisted branch manager which responsibility of managing the largest branch location within the company contributing an annual average of 48% of total company sales.

El Segundo, Ca, Us

- Directed operations of 4 regional distribution centers in Los Angeles, Indianapolis, New York and Atlanta and a national customer contact center for a major case goods importer and distributor.- Created / implemented standardized operating procedures for the customer service, procurement and distribution departments as well as reporting tools to monitor each department’s ongoing efficiency and continuous improvement.- Oversaw all product quality control issues, inspections, recommended corrections and provided detailed reports to executive management.- Conducted / managed all freight carrier contract negotiations and cost analysis to insure compliance with all company cost initiatives and objectives.- Reviewed / authorized all freight and operations related invoices.- Developed and implemented process improvement initiatives increasing throughput and enhancing information flow between distribution centers, customer service and procurement departments.- Managed all facilities management functions; property management, security, maintenance and repair.- Executed all planning, financial and logistical responsibilities for Midwest distribution center relocation and national industry tradeshows.

Developed tailored 3PL programs to assist companies in planning, development and process improvement of warehouse / distribution center operations, logistics and vendor compliance regulations.

- Managed operations of 4 third party distribution warehouses and logistics group. Insured proper and efficient product flow from in-house manufacturing and outside vendor factories and distributors through our warehousing and logistics operations teams.- Redesigned storage, picking and packing operations resulting in an additional 100,000 SF of warehouse / order processing space for new client product lines within existing facility.- Led a cross-functional team in developing and implementing a key RFID initiative resulting in a 30% increase in processing efficiency, increased value added services for our major 3PL clients and an overwhelming response from new clients. - Reviewed daily with executive management reporting on various key performance indicators including revenue position vs. plan, productivity, open order status, logistics status.- Realigned job functions and responsibilities, eliminated redundancies and reduced labor costs by 15% while increasing overall productivity by 25%. - Reviewed and established approved facilities service providers resulting in a combined cost savings of 60% as compared to previous fiscal year.

Irvine, California, Us

- Directed distribution operations of a multi-channel, national apparel distribution center. Oversaw all aspects of product flow, inventory control, supplies procurement, staffing, training, safety, security/loss prevention and facilities management.- Implemented initiatives and procedures that resulted in a 3 year, $400,000 savings in worker’s compensation premium.- Developed and implemented a WMS inventory cycle count process resulting in an inventory accuracy of 99.7%, eliminating annual physical inventories and increasing order fulfillment cycle time by 35%.- Managed the implementation and training of EDI, RF and RFID and voice recognition equipment reducing overall labor costs by 25% while increasing productivity overall by 30%.- Developed and adhered to annual operating budgets (full P&L responsibility) – approved / tracked expenditures, reviewed results with executive management.- Implemented companywide operational processes that supported cohesive results in reducing production / logistical lead times while reducing overall expenses and improving margins.- Provided multi-building facilities maintenance support, security, loss prevention and safety.- Reviewed contracts, approved invoices, resolved billing discrepancies.

Newport Beach, Ca, Us

- Managed operations of up to 5 local wholesale / retail warehouse / distribution facilities for a leading designer brand of apparel, accessories, home furnishings and gourmet food items. - Planned and directed relocation or start up of 5 local distribution facilities on-time and on budget.- Created a logistics group that resulted in a 15% annual net savings through strict vendor compliance and auditing.- Led a cross-functional integration team executing the successful implementation of our new WMS with a new corporate ERP system.- Developed, implemented and managed key performance indicators (KPI’s) for each functional area. - Monitored and reviewed results with leadership teams acknowledging accomplishments and explored areas of opportunity for continued process improvement.