Brian T.

About Brian T.

Results driven Supply Chain professional with 30 years of extensive experience in Distribution and Logistics with a focus on continuous improvement. Accomplished in identifying, developing, and mentoring potential leaders within the organization. Talented leader who contains and demonstrates the following expertise: •Root Cause Analysis •Strategic Business Planning •Innovative Operational Process & Workflow •Cost, Budget, P&L Management•Behavioral Based Safety •Cross Channel Communication •Training & Development •Leading & Communicating Business Initiatives •Change Management & Continuous Improvement •Customer, Vendor, Carrier Partnerships •6s Lean Process Improvement •Inventory Control Management

Experience

1. Regional Distribution Manager

   Max Finkelstein Inc

   Sep 2019 — Present · Boston, MA, US

   Provide leadership for 5 Distribution Centers, totaling 550k sq. ft. of warehouse space, staff consisting of 5 Management direct reports & 120 Union indirect reports, supporting over $200M in sales & over $20M in inventory. Provide day to day oversight of Distribution & Logistics operations. Initiate change management process of elevating the DC management teams to be professional managers.o Coached Managers to be strategic goal-oriented Leaders managing associates who perform tasks rather than the managers performing tasks.o Coached Managers on improved interviewing techniques to better qualify candidates to reduce associate turnover.o Coached Managers to utilize effective labor & volume scheduling to create efficient operational planning to service customer base and maintain appropriate cost management.o Recruited new Managers with experience in managing and leading effective teams. Develop and implement SOP’s for warehouse & delivery processes. Create KPI’s to improve performance and accountability.o Utilized KPI’s for UPH for Picking & Putaway to provide bench marks to coach continued improved performance. Set expectation for accountability for non-performers.o Utilized KPI for Receiving to better manage time and reduce cost of detention and demurrage. Coach a culture of Continuous Improvement utilizing Lean principles and 6s. Assist in implementation of new RT Systems WMS software. Assist in implementation of new Mobile Delivery platform for delivery drivers. Build and maintain cross functional relationships with company departments and stakeholders to maintain customer satisfaction and to identify opportunities for improvement. Full HR, Safety, Financial and Inventory Control responsibility for Region consisting of 5 Distribution Centers. Lead the closure and relocation of the Boston Distribution Center in a 45 day time frame.