FRANK CARDILLO

831 Willow Ave • Hoboken, NJ 07030 • dieheartfan@aol.com • H (201) 792-2657 C (201) 780-5226

WAREHOUSE AND LOGISTICS MANAGEMENT PROFESSIONAL

SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS
• More than 20 years of warehouse management experience. Expertise in shipping and receiving, inventory control,
logistics, administration, customer service and problem resolution.
• Effectively able to communicate complicated concepts in an understandable manner, matching the message to the
audience. Fluent in Italian; knowledge of Spanish.
• Quick study with ability to grasp new ideas, concepts, methods and technologies. Proven ability to handle multi-
tasking.
• Supervisory skills second to none. Experienced in hiring, training, motivation and evaluation. Skilled in finding
broken systems and performing necessary change through project management or other methods.
• Maximize resources to achieve customer satisfaction and increased productivity, meet deadlines and goals.
Implement and coordinate both strategic and tactical plans to enhance performance.
• Adept and experienced in problem solving and providing solutions. Excellent qualifications in leadership and
interpersonal communications.
• Persuasive, with ability to communicate effectively with culturally diverse audience. Public speaking and executive
management briefing experience.
• Computer skills include MS Office Suite. Strong experience with Warehouse Management Systems Radio
Frequency.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
WAREHOUSE DISTRIBUTION MANAGER December 2001 – Present
THE ZRIKE COMPANY INC. Oakland, NJ
Importer and distributor of dinnerware and glassware selling to large chain stores with yearly sales of $10 million.
• Manage all aspects of warehouse operations including inventory control, pre-pack and shipping.
• Monitor costs versus budget in each area and leverage opportunities to reduce waste and cost.
• Determine proper staffing for each function and control overtime.
• Ensure productivity tracking is accurate and issues surfaced by results are handled properly. Direct inventory control;
conduct audits of processes used to count and control flow in and out of warehouse.
• Provide excellent service to customers ensuring product needed for deliveries.
• Schedule deliveries in a manner that provides needed service while maximizing productivity.
• Deliver a “Quality In Process” environment for all Order to Ship functions.
• Coordinate bi-annual warehouse sale in which excess merchandise is displayed and sold to the public. Maintain
safety, housekeeping and process standards. Ensure proper storage.
• Improve performance against internal and external audits of safety, quality, and financial control. Instruct and train all
personnel in proper safety procedures and regulations. Actively participate in efforts to reduce injuries.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable regulations from DOT, OSHA, and FDA.
• Train and develop supervisors and front-line employees through effective communication. Conduct business reviews
and targeted training sessions in all areas of operation. Train in proper management of performance, conflict
resolution, attention to detail, time allocation, and other key skills.
• Open and close facility daily; supervise building and grounds maintenance. Maintain physical condition of
warehouse, plan new design layouts, inspect equipment, issue work orders and requisitions.
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WAREHOUSE DISTRIBUTION MANAGER 1999 – 2001

RETAILERS & MANUFACTURERS Secaucus, NJ
• Orchestrated ordering and distribution of products and accessories for large apparel distribution center handling
Giorgio Armani, Valentino, and Calvin Klein.
• Established policies and procedures that resulted in sales maximization through timely deliveries.
• Assigned supervisor's specific duties including verification of incoming and outgoing shipments, handling and
disposition of merchandise and warehouse inventory.
• Monitored stock levels, reorders, and tracked movement of goods.
• Ensured timely distribution of products and accessories. Coordinated activities with sales, record control, purchasing,
and transportation departments.
• Directed reclamation of damaged merchandise. Prepared and monitored warehouse budget.

WAREHOUSE DISTRIBUTION MANAGER 1995 – 1999

LALIQUE N/A Carlstadt, NJ
• Directed daily activities and personnel management for 50,000-square foot warehouse operation.
• Played key role in design/implementation of new bar code and locator scanning system for distribution and inventory
purposes.
• Organized receipt/storage of incoming freight. Contracted with all forms of commercial carriers to coordinate
shipments of more than 75,000 SKU products to domestic/foreign markets.
• Maintained three-day turnaround time and consistently met or exceeded $2 million monthly shipping goal.
• Selected vendors and negotiated pricing for packaging materials/supplies.
• Carried out staffing, training, and supervision of employees; administered personnel records, performance evaluations
and progressive disciplinary procedures.

WAREHOUSE DISTRIBUTION MANAGER 1990 – 1995

MICHAEL STEVENS LTD Edison, NJ
• Managed storage and distribution activities for 200,000 square foot distribution facility handling handbags and small
leather goods.
• Ensured maximum utilization of facilities. Administered operational procedures and ensured maximum facility
utilization. Handled disposition of materials, supervised personnel and kept warehouse inventory.

SENIOR WAREHOUSE MANAGER 1981 – 1990

M. FORTUNOFF OF WAYNE Wayne, NJ
• Managed the assembly and home delivery of custom outdoor furniture.
• Re-designed warehouse floor space to facilitate improved workflow and efficiency.
• Performed bi-annual inventory counts, prepared daily status analysis reports and weekly schedules.

EDUCATION AND TRAINING

Fortunoff Training Programs
• Management • Associate Reviews
• Employee Relations • Budgeting

AFFILIATIONS
• Hoboken Youth Soccer, President/Coach 1998-Present