Experience

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  Integrated Merchandising Systems,LLc

  • Greater Atlanta Area

  • Distribution Director

    • 2008 - Present
    • Greater Atlanta Area

    Integrated Merchandising Systems (IMS) is a leading merchandising solutions company delivering strategic process management to world class clients. IMS’ primary focus is in Print/Point-of-Sale Management (in-store promotional signage and displays), Promotional Products (apparel, gifts, and promotional incentive items), and Warehousing/Fulfillment activities.

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  Airco Heating and Air, Inc.

  • Greater Atlanta Area

  • Chief Operating Officer

    • 2004 - 2008
    • Greater Atlanta Area

    Managed daily operations of commercial and residential new construction installation orders providing 100% accuracy and 100% service level. Responsible for consolidating warehouse operations resulting in a staffing reduction of 50% while company revenues doubled. Directed all price negotiations with vendors including bulk purchasing.

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  CS Integrated, LLC

  • Greater Atlanta Area

  • General Manager

    • 1998 - 2003
    • Greater Atlanta Area

    Management of all aspects of multi-site operations for a third party dedicated retail site servicing 230 stores in the southeast generating 4.1 billion dollars in annual revenue.Initiated on site functions of Comptroller, Human Resources, Industrial Engineering and Customer Service.Responsible for the administration of a $30 million budget delivering 98% or greater service level and a minimum 99% accurate order to customers.Directed major sales distributions with corporate purchasing.Prepared, presented and won all Step II and Step III grievance cases.Successfully negotiated labor contract with Teamsters providing long term operational isolation on expiration dates.

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  Kroger Distribution

  • Greater Atlanta Area

  • Assistant Distribution Manager

    • 1983 - 1998
    • Greater Atlanta Area

    Managed all aspects of transportation operations including planning, routing, dispatch and garage operations responsible for 75,000 loads generating 10,000,000 miles driven annually.Directed all warehouse operations including layout, productivity, budgeting and staffing.Reduced outside storage by 300,000 square feet while improving service level.Introduced incentive based pay performance.Installed engineered labor standards, attendance and productivity programs.Consistently operated facilities at or better than budget.