As a multifaceted, supply chain and distribution manager offering more than twenty years of general management, director of distribution, transportation and warehouse operations experience, I have shown a proven ability to streamline operations, motivate teams and achieve significant cost savings in multimillion-dollar environments.With an excellent ability to connect with people and collaborate with cross-functional teams, I am able to provide a vision of outcomes, business opportunities, and long-term goals, and then translate that vision into productive action. I consistently demonstrate a friendly, personable and helpful attitude with a good sense of humor and positive outlook that helps to ease stress in the workplace. My dedication and focus on excellence inspires others to excel and perform well. In addition, my willingness to embrace challenging, changing situations shows flexibility and adaptation in new and existing environments. As a motivated leader, I exhibit high ethics, hard work, competence and confidence underscored by a personal commitment to outstanding performance and exemplary customer service. With 15+ years of experience in warehouse management, distribution, and logistics, I have found great successes leading teams towards better inventory management, with increased error and reduced costs, better delivery rates, and enhanced productivity. I pride myself on my ability to identify opportunities for improvement and growth, and to drive teams to achieve positive changes. I am always looking for new and innovative ways to inspire teams to greater heights while building a positive culture of accountability.Measurable results highlights:Reduced labor costs by more than 15%Ranked in top 2 in safety. Quality, and productivity in the DIB Network:Best in class for labor as percentage of salesZero OSHA recordables for 3 yearsBelow Budget in P & L every year200-350 Team MembersImproved inventory accuracy by 17%Warehouse efficiency improvement 11%Improved shipping quality by 7%Reduced labor costs by more than 15%My name is Mark and I welcome the opportunity to connect with you! Please private message or email me at mhester1370@gmail.com to start a dialogue about my career goals and your professional needs.