HOWARD FILIP

2436 West Cortez Unit #1E Chicago, Illinois 60622

(312) 835 4817
Hafilip@hotmail.com

QUALIFICATIONS SUMMARY
Competent and results-driven management professional equipped with in-depth know
ledge in operations management, logistics, supply chain, P&L management, personn
el coordination and training, and vendor management. Possess proven track record
of optimizing overall aspects of supply chain operations, including strategic b
usiness planning, account and project management, and contract negotiation to mi
nimize cost and maximize profitability. Proficient in analyzing complex problems
and providing innovative solutions to achieve company goals. Exemplified excell
ent communication skills, sound judgment, and the ability to complete tasks in a
professional and efficient manner. Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word,
Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook).

CAREER HIGHLIGHTS
LOGISTICS AND SUPPLY CHAIN OPERATIONS
- Productively administered full spectrum supply chain and logistics opera
tion of Tribune print products in multiple locations with approximately 404,000
home delivery customers and 55,000 retail units, as well as numerous commercial
print clients in the supply chain network
- Assumed full responsibility in managing a 35,000 sq ft distribution cent
er; oversaw delivery, sales, customer service, inbound and outbound orders, prod
uct storage, and product inventory
- Conducted extensive individual route analysis to strengthen route perfor
mance, reduce labor costs, improve customer service, and boost sales
- Developed a new supply chain strategy, which resulted in a substantial
profitability increase and multi-million dollar savings
- Planned and evaluated delivery routes to maximize route performance
GENERAL AND OPERATION MANAGEMENT
- Effectively managed various duties related to air freight orders and shi
pments, evaluating and purchasing new equipment for distributions centers, and w
arehouse management
- Administered full spectrum of warehouse management operation for 17 dist
ribution centers across Chicago to the Western Region of Illinois
- Teamed up with vendors to efficiently manage and monitor customer servic
e, sales, and inventory
- Engaged in numerous P&L responsibilities, including budget management an
d analysis, expense control, material and supply purchasing, financial plans, an
d account management
- Facilitated the efficient utilization and implementation of Lean Six Sig
ma principles
- Formulated and executed strategies to maximize route capacity (cubing of
trucks), as well as planned and developed routing/structuring routes to reduce
fuel costs
STAFF MANAGEMENT, LEADERSHIP, AND TRAINING
- Utilized strong leadership skills in directing a diverse team, including
5 division managers, 40 delivery vendors, 1,300 independent carriers, and 120 u
nion route drivers
- Coordinated and streamlined daily delivery and general operational activ
ities while ensuring productivity, quality, safety, and on-time delivery

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
TRIBUNE COMPANY (CHICAGO TRIBUNE MEDIA GROUP) ~ Chicago, IL (1997-2010)
REGIONAL DISTRIBUTION MANAGER 2008-2010
Key Accomplishments:
- Led efforts toward the successful implementation of numerous new process
es involved with the direct-store-delivery resulting in 50% improvement in finan
cial receivables
- Provided efficient performance in conducting extensive annual financial
planning and projections for a $40M budget
- Proactively involved with the supply chain efficiency team in generating
companyâ⠬⠢s operating cash flow by $16M, which led the team in receiving prestigious co
ny team award
- Directed the right sizing of distribution network, streamlining warehous
ing operations, reducing labor expenses, and minimizing fuel costs, which result
ed in $5.1M operating expenses reduction in 2009
- Spearheaded the renegotiation and configuration of transportation routes
, which resulted in $225K company savings
- Streamlined and reorganized distribution areas and contract labor workfo
rce resulting in 25% customer service improvement
- Coordinated planning and execution of an innovative new route delivery s
ystem; facilitated users training and developed procedures to integrate a comput
erized system to ensure proper utilization of delivery system
- Recipient of Directorâ⠬⠢s Award in 2008 for reducing operating expenses by $1.9M
rough developing distribution network and re-negotiating contract labor agreemen
ts

CITY DISTRIBUTION MANAGER 2004-2008

Key Accomplishments:
- Consistently achieved $8.3M annual sales goals through effective utiliza
tion of sales and management expertise
- Streamlined all aspects of distribution operation and reduced annual exp
enses by $2M
- Skillfully managed product inventory processes in specific retail catego
ries, which resulted in $962K annual company savings
- Successfully implemented new technology that streamlined billing and col
lection processes, which enhanced data integrity, financial reconciliation, and
customer service for all retail accounts by 40%
- Recognized for exceptional service and obtained an award for effectively
improving client service by 50% in retail sales channel
- Directed the negotiation of distribution agreement, which led in obtaini
ng $132K annual operating expenses reduction in sales channel
- Oversaw financial planning and managed forecasting for a $10.8M budget
CIRCULATION MANAGER 2002-2004
Key Accomplishments:
- Exceeded all first year sales and revenue goals by 60%, as well as surpa
ssed sales quotas by 40% over first year
- Acquired experience in managing a $1.3M operating budget
- Led a team that opened over 750 new sales accounts while improving produ
ct positioning in established accounts
- Received several awards for leadership ability in developing and executi
ng sales strategies that led to meeting departmental sales and revenue goals
DISTRIBUTION CENTER MANAGER 2000-2002
Key Accomplishments:
- Provided primary leadership to a team in conducting warehouse optimizati
on, restructuring transportation routes, and inventory management which facilita
ted $1.3M company savings
- Strengthened sales operations and drove sales revenue by 30% through key
account acquisition
- Demonstrated efficient performance in managing and maintaining a $4M ope
rating budget
- Planned and implemented various process improvements, which resulted in
$415K departmental savings; received annual company award for the successful imp
lementation
- Cultivated integral business relationships with outside vendors through
appointments and outbound business development calls as well as seminars
DIVISION MANAGER 1998-2000
Key Accomplishments:
- Played a lead role in generating $100K company savings through vendor co
nsolidations
- Coordinated account development and executed promotional programs, which
generated 20% sales increase
- Obtained departmental award by restructuring the entire vendor network w
hile saving more than $75K in distribution expenses and improving customer servi
ce by 15%
- Conducted extensive market analysis and implemented strategic marketing
and operating plan to ensure sales and revenue increase
NATIONAL OPERATIONS MANAGER 1997-1998
Key Accomplishments:
- Coordinated efforts in facilitating $25K company savings through vendor
account consolidations and operational efficiencies
- Enhanced and employed communication skills in conducting numerous cold c
alls which led to obtaining additional 400 new key accounts
- Provided primary direction to a project team in developing and executing
project plan for the distribution expansion of Midwest territories

EDUCATION
BACHELOR OF ARTS IN HUMANISTIC STUDIES ~ UNIVERSITY OF WISCONSIN-GREEN BAY ~ Gre
en Bay, WI (1996)
ASSOCIATE IN ARTS DEGREE ~ LINCOLN COLLEGE ~ Lincoln, IL (1994)

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
PRESENTATION CLASSES / PROGRAMS
LEADERSHIP AND COACHING TRAINING PROGRAMS