Domestic and international consulting and labor services firm specializing in Distribution, Transportation, Logistics, and 3PL efficiencies and innovative best practices; also providing safe, courteous and highly motivated Class A commercial drivers and OSHA-certified forklift operators.

Managed San Diego Distribution Center; Regional Director of Distribution Operations for 11 DC's and three 3PL's located in Texas, Mexico, Great Britain and Asia. Full operational P&L responsibility; hands-on management with 28 direct reports and 440 associates (distribution operations, transportation and logistics, fulfillment, import/export and office operations).

Duties included, but not limited to:Distribution Logistics-inbound/outbound shipments, inventory management, third party logistics and transportation partners, warehouse and delivery processes and productivity measurement.Contract negotiations for domestic and international freight (Import/Export), facilities, cartage and/or material handling equipment, co-worker wage & benefit packages, communication & vehicle tracking systems.KPI initiatives developed, implemented, measured and recorded.P&L maintenance focused on cost reduction through process improvement design, implementation and measurement.Inventory Management - cycle counts, FIFO, JIT, inventory turns, yearly Inventory GL balance.Operate multiple Warehouse Management Systems (AS-400, JDEdwards WMS, Cheetah).Design warehouse layout configurations to maximize productivity efficiency and accuracy, superior housekeeping and safety standards. Directed start up process for Division and Warehouse facilities (including complete facility relocation). Equipment requirement evaluation- tractors/trailers, material handling, storage systems.TURNKEY ASSEMBLY-created Turnkey Department in multiple locations, with detailed procedures on quoting, assembly process (job cards), department layout and material flow process, assembly training, quality control (in-process and final inspection). Departments at each location created additional gross profits exceeding 21% annually. Quality Management-all facilities ISO 9001:2008 certified incorporating ISO Standards, Six Sigma strategies, and Lean principals into overall quality systems.Safety program -Code of Safe Practices, tailgate meetings, data collection, Safe Driver Awards Program (Zero Incidents). Forklift Certification Training Program (certified forklift trainer).H/R certified to cover all Human Resources-related requirements.Staffing - recruiting, development, leadership & training programs, co-worker evaluations.