ROCCO COLELLA

BARTLETT, IL 60103
H: 630-372-5922 ~ C: 630-675-1959

WAREHOUSE OPERATIONS SUPERVISOR

LIFE SCIENCE SHIPMENTS IMPORT/EXPORT TRANSPORTATION U.S. CUSTOMS DOCUMENTATION
Result-oriented, performance-driven professional with a comprehensive record of military
experience equating to high-level management that consistently delivers results.

Solution driven and highly focused professional with a solid background of seamless management,
implementation, and execution of projects related to warehouse operations and logistics. Significant
experience managing and prioritizing multiple strategies and teams concurrently while adapting to
changing environments. Demonstrated capability to improve profitability, efficiency, and productivity by
implementing process controls and quality improvement initiatives. Hands-on director focused on safety
and quality. Strong problem solving and time management skills with proven success interacting with
senior management, team members, and external partners. A respected professional with a reputation as
a direct, honest, and approachable individual with impeccable integrity and ethics.

NOTABLE SKILLS & ACCOMPLISHMENTS

Improved productivity and efficiency by resourcefully managing daily operations and implementing
controls and service standards to manage Life Science shipments.
Ensured compliance with applicable FAA regulations, TSA, OHare Airport security mandates and
Department of Transportation rules and regulations.
Acknowledged for going above and beyond expectations by delivering needed medical equipment
despite extraordinary circumstances.
Implemented applicable storage requirements by effectively handling, transporting and storing materials
in an orderly manner.
Built strong relationships with management and presented strategies that addressed areas of increased
efficiency and output to achieve established goals.

EMPLOYMENT HISTORY
DHL GLOBAL FORWARDING, Chicago, IL (2003 Present)
One of the worlds leading postal and logistics company.
Head of Life Science Department
Charged with delivering perishable shipments daily; manage personnel and provide direction regarding
storing and shipping items.
Monitor pharmaceutical products every three hours and ensure temperature readings are in accordance
with established regulations; provide additional cooling as needed.
Facilitate a collaborative team environment amidst a diverse group of personnel, contractors and
customers; provide training and implement warehouse action plans.
Manage fleet of drivers and orchestrate dispatching, schedule planning, and DOT compliance.
Meet established goals for personnel by providing coaching and training; administer performance
evaluations and disciplinary measures as required.
Collaborate with maintenance department to service and repair transportation equipment; initiate safety
inspections, preventive maintenance, and necessary repairs.
Knowledgeable of pertinent modifications to rules and regulations relating to storage, transportation, and
disposal of hazardous and sensitive materials.
Coordinate routing operations and negotiate rates with truck lines and carriers; investigate and report
incidents and assure appropriate resource allocation to meet shipping and receiving targets.
Verify documentation is accurate and manage safe loading and unloading of transportation equipment.

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EMPLOYMENT HISTORY (Continued)

LUFTHANSA CARGO, Chicago, IL (1995 2003)
Global passenger and freight airline.
Cargo Supervisor / Import

Advanced proficient operations of the Import Department; established air transportation and truck
freight series and monitored fulfillment of U. S. Customs documentation.

Streamlined and implemented procedures ensuring that all personnel were well-versed regarding
their assignments and tasks.

Coached, mentored and trained staff and handled all employee relation issues.

Synchronized operations with document and shipping processes and organized billing, data entry,
shipment tracking in conjunction with global partners, customers and sales personnel.

Certified accuracy regarding all obligations in regards to a high-volume supply chain operation.

Directed activities to maintain a safe, secure, clean and fair work environment and routinely inspected
tools and facility.

Developed well-organized truck departure times and monitored claims on lost, short, or damaged
shipments; interactive with branch order processing departments and maintain meticulous data.

PRIOR EMPLOYMENT HISTORY

LUFTHANSA CARGO, Chicago, IL

Warehouse Cargo Foreman

Supervising Lead Agent Import Department

EDUCATION & PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

Customer Care Management Course

IATA Dangerous Goods Course Refresher
IATA Dangerous Goods Course
Rates Course Export/Import
Warehouse Loading and Unloading
Warehouse Pallet Course

TRITON COLLEGE, River Forest, IL

Accounting & Business Studies

COMPUTER SKILLS

MS Word, MS PowerPoint, MS Excel, MS Outlook Express