ROBERT GALANT

126 Weymouth Court Alameda, CA 94502 rgd3425a@westpost.net (724) 579-27

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DISTRIBUTION OPERATIONS MANAGER
Strategic Planning Operations Leadership Warehouse Coordination
Reliable, efficiency-driven leader with proven record of effectively managing al
l facets of warehouse organization and distribution operations for multimillion
dollar retail product inventory. Skillfully lead, plan, and coordinate daily ope
rational and administrative functions, with expertise in start-ups, multiple loc
ations, consolidations, and closures. Strong interpersonal and negotiation talen
ts utilized to develop productive relationships, gain best pricing, and train as
sociates. Dedicated to delivering projects ahead of schedule while maintaining h
ighest level of customer service in fast-paced environments. Proficient in MS Of
fice Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook), AS400, and MRP.
CORE COMPETENCIES
Change Leadership
Project Management
Continuous Improvement
Shipping & Receiving Warehouse Layout
Budget / Inventory Control
Customer Service Excellence
Staffing & Training Programs OSHA Safety Standards
Contract Negotiations
Team Building & Leadership
Performance Reporting
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
CLOSETMAID Belle Vernon, PA (A Division of Emerson Electric Co.) 2007 to 2009
Set up and orchestrated operations for new 187,000-square-foot distribution faci
lity for Fortune 500 manufacturer of home storage and organization products.
Warehouse Manager
Designed layout and directed all phases of receiving, organization, data entry,
selection and shipment of merchandise in high-volume setting. Hired, oriented, a
nd trained workforce of more than 65, including forklift operations, to staff tw
o shifts. Communicated across all departments to deliver excellent customer serv
ice. Managed inventory control, staff scheduling, and maintenance and repair of
facility, tools, and equipment. Ensured compliance with OSHA and internal polici
es to create well-informed and safe working environment. Monitored accuracy, pro
ductivity, and efficiency and compiled and prepared performance reports, resolvi
ng any problems. Reviewed P&L statements.
* Rapidly completed initial facility start-up within 30 days to successfully del
iver 24-month finish-out plan eight months ahead of schedule.
* Spearheaded product shipping to over 300 domestic and 100 international custom
ers on a weekly basis, with annual volume valued at $65M+.
DO+ABLE PRODUCTS, INC. Alsip, IL (Acquired by Emerson Electric Co. in 2004) 200
1 to 2007
Oversaw multiple warehouse operations for leading manufacturer and wholesaler of
ready-to-assemble garage storage and organizing products and furniture.
General Manager
Charged with supervising all aspects of 27,000 square foot manufacturing and dis
tribution warehouse operations. Coordinated with production facility on shipping
products by railcar and negotiated all out-bound freight agreements. Interfaced
with Accounting and IT departments on product and inventory control and trained
Warehouse Managers on Do+Able product identification and distribution channels.
Provided leadership at two additional warehouses in Toledo, Ohio, and Atlanta,
Georgia.
* Reduced inventory shrinkage to less than 1% through strong controls.
* Chosen for special seven-month assignment in 2007 to integrate and consolidate
product inventory and shipping procedures with Emerson across four states.
* Increased productivity, while simultaneously decreasing staff, by improving pr
ocesses and procedures to streamline operations.
* Selected out of team of three General Managers to orchestrate consolidation af
ter Emerson acquisition.
* Assigned to oversee orderly and efficient shut down of Chicago and Atlanta war
ehouses.
CITY MILL Honolulu, HI 1998 to 2001
Leveraged industry expertise to direct all aspects of merchandising operations t
o fuel sales for eight-store chain of superhardware retail stores, with 300 empl
oyees and annual revenues of ~$60M.
Merchandise Manager
Located, obtained, and stocked optimal product mix to attain targeted sales and
service objectives. Managed and coached merchandising staff of seven while colla
borating on market trends, product selection, purchasing, merchandising, pricing
, and advertising campaigns. Liaised with vendors to negotiate best pricing and
terms on products and advertising to maximize margins. Partnered with IT departm
ent to develop customized performance reports. Trained store personnel on produc
t presentation.
* Introduced new pricing strategy, completing re-pricing within six weeks to del
iver project one week ahead of schedule.
* Grew product mix by 45%, from 25,000 to over 40,000 items within initial space
requirements.
* Successfully opened new store within 30 days, meeting all schedule and budget
targets.
*** Early career experience as Senior Merchandiser for Ernst Home Center
and Merchandise Manager and Buyer for HomeBase.***
EDUCATION AND CREDENTIALS
Associate of Arts in Business Administration
CHABOT JUNIOR COLLEGE Hayward, CA
Completed additional coursework in Business Administration
CALIFORNIA STATE UNIVERSITY Hayward, CA