Mike Ware Email & Phone Number

Solution-oriented, accomplished and resourceful distribution management professional with solid background in overseeing successful purchasing/procurement activities, inventory management, supply chain management, regulatory compliance and staff development and training. Track record of implementing and managing quality assurance protocols to ensure compliance with operational guidelines. Skilled leader and communicator; adept at providing supervision, guidance and motivation for staff. Demonstrated talent for analyzing problems, developing procedures and implementing innovative solutions. Strong leadership, communication, organization and time management skills.

Listed skills include Distribution Logistics, Warehouse Control, Distribution Center Operations, Distributed Team Management, and 26 others.

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  Distribution Center Manager

  Elgin Fastener Group

  Sep 1997 - Present

  Provided oversight of Distribution Center operations, including developing, training and distribution team, recruited new employees and monitoring performance. Responsible for overseeing warehouse operations, including distribution/packaging activities, inventory management, purchasing and procurement activities, budget management, vendor negotiations, equipment/machine operation and regulatory compliance; ensured high standard of quality and safety at all times. Conducted staff training on warehouse operations, quality and OHSA regulations. Monitored inventory levels, tracking product movement and investigate discrepancies. Negotiated competitive pricing of $300k+ items with vendors/supplies; managed vendor relations. Ensured company compliance with OSHA guidelines and ISO certification. Maintained a clean, organized and safe working environment to ensure employee safety. Developed and implemented quality measures/standards; drove quality levels by monitoring staff performance, identifying problem areas and implementing appropriate plan of action. Oversaw facility relocation while still achieving sales targets as well as established schedule and budget. Successfully managed inventory totaling $2M with minimal losses.

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  Elyria Catholic