Francis A.

Cereo
K129 Standart Woods
Auburn, NY 13021
Phone 315-567-6388
fcaeefea@westpost.net
Objective
To obtain a general/operation/transportation/warehouse management position
Summary
Appreciation and understanding of the relationship between employee productivity
and corporate goals, excellent record of achievement earned though demonstrated
contribution and completion of each assignment. Proven ability to work indepen
dently, to take direction, provide leadership, and interaction with people at al
l levels of business.
Work History
11/2008 8/2009 Distribution Manager, CEVA Logistics
Oversaw creating a team of employees from the hiring stage through a full traini
ng period to go live. Worked with the support team and project manager creating
all the corporate policies and procedures are putting them in place and document
ed for employees training. Worked side by side with the customer management staf
f to ensure all the KPIs and service goals are met to expectations. This include
s the supervision of 1 Operations Manager, 3 Operations Supervisors, 1 Transport
ation Manager, 1 Safety Manager, 1 Systems Operations Analyst, 7 clerks, and 45
Material Handlers. Oversaw the total warehouse functions from shipping, receivin
g, inventory control, cycle counts, training, safety, security, performance revi
ews, coaching, and mentoring. Leadership is one of my strong points and leading
my team to strive for the ultimate goal of success is the main achievement of sa
tisfaction. Managed the site expenses, billing, budgeting, P & L, variance repor
ts, future planning, cost saving ideas, problem solving, and awarding employees
for successful feats.
10/2002 7/2008 Operations Manager, Iron Mountain
Managed the daily operations of five warehouse buildings that equates to over 6.
2 million cubic foot of storage. Daily duties included shipping, receiving, faci
lity maintenance, safety and security, inventory control, training and schedulin
g. This includes supervising 3 Operations Supervisors, 10 Coordinators and 50-55
staff members. Managed department performance and employees through motivation,
monitoring, mentoring, and coaching to help build internal and external relatio
nships through exceptional problem solving, ownership, and by providing follow-t
hrough. Established consistency to meet or exceed service goal and objectives to
ensure prompt and accurate service through complete customer satisfaction. Mana
ged, monitored, and evaluated workflow through operational reporting structure.
Communicated with employees regarding policy and procedure changes that may affe
ct them directly or indirectly. Researched and resolved service issues and inven
tory problem as they occur. Accurately interview, select, and maintain an effect
ive work force. Wrote and administered performance reviews to guide and develop
employees with written goals and objectives. Analyzed the budget and P&L with a
variance report that investigates and problem solves questionable data reporting
. Developed a strong internal relationship with other departments such as custom
er service, transportation, and sales.
10/96 - 10/02 Warehouse Manager, Johnston Paper Co Inc.
Managed warehouse functions that included shipping, receiving, scheduling, inven
tory control, cycle counts, routing, safety, and training this included up to 20
-25 warehouse crew and drivers. Oversaw DOT compliance, building maintenance, h
azardous material compliance, and head of safety committee. Managed and created
the warehouse budget, cost saving ideas, and implementing projects that improve
space utilization which included a warehouse locator system and the purchase of
new equipment that facilitate operations. Managed the increased output of the w
arehouse to keep up with the high business growth rate, while maintaining costs
at or below planned levels.
1/93 - 10/96 Assistant Warehouse Manager, Johnston Paper Co Inc
6/86 - 1/93 Truck Driver, Johnston Paper Co Inc
1/80 - 6/86 Driver and Warehouse, Schaeffer News
Education
2005- 2008 Empire State College State University of New York
Bachelors Degree in Business Management / Economics - 3.4GPA
Cayuga Community College Associates in Science Math/Science
Auburn High School High School Diploma
Computer Skills
Outlook, Windows 98, Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point, Progressive, Starworks
(payroll), Kronos (payroll) Safe Keeper Plus, Roadshow Elite routing computer s
ystem
License and Certificates
Currently have a Class B license
Several different management training classes
Forklift Training Trainer Certification
Dangerous Goods CFR49 Trainer Certification
Interests and Activities
League bowling
Coaching youth baseball, football and softball
Writing books