Bill Cabrera

Corporate Operations Manager @Fiberglass Coatings

St Petersburg, FL, US

Corporate Operations Manager (2022 – Present)Lead business productivity, operational efficiency, and strategic growth initiatives while managing a 75+ member production and operations team. Oversee manufacturing, logistics, and process optimization, ensuring alignment with corporate objectives and long-term company vision. Strategic Leadership – Develop and implement operational strategies to enhance efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and business scalability. New Product Development – Oversee product launches, guiding chemistry, marketing, and operations teams from concept to execution. Mergers & Acquisitions – Manage post-acquisition integration, including ERP conversion, production team alignment, and rebranding efforts. Project & Time Management – Lead high-priority projects, balancing tight deadlines, budgets, and cross-functional collaboration. Executive Communication – Bridge leadership and teams to ensure policy execution, alignment, and tracking Promoted from Operations Manager for leadership, problem-solving, and operational excellence.Operations Manager (Fort Lauderdale, FL)Oversaw retail, fleet, and warehouse operations, leading logistics, inventory, and team development while ensuring compliance and efficiency. ERP System Implementation – Led the SKU transition, improving warehouse, inventory tracking, and order fulfillment. Supply Chain Optimization – Managed freight movement, optimizing fleet and third-party carrier logistics to improve distribution. Coordinated port cargo operations, scheduling drivers and tracking shipments via terminal portals and marine traffic systems. HazMat Compliance – Ensured regulatory compliance in dangerous goods documentation and safe handling procedures. Backorder Process Improvement – Partnered with ERP providers to optimize order fulfillment and inventory flow. Team Leadership – Trained and developed warehouse personnel, ensuring high standards of efficiency and regulatory compliance.