RAYMOND D. PIELACHA, JR.

73 Stonelake Circle * Savannah, Georgia, 31419

rpf892da@westpost.net * 912-346-8278
LOGISTICS MANAGEMENT
Inventory Management * Warehousing Functions * Operations Management
Highly efficient manager with extensive senior-level experience in logistics coo
rdination, supply operations, resource planning, quality assurance, customer ser
vice, and project lifecycle management. Results-driven high-achiever, consistent
ly producing operational and logistical solutions that contribute to revenue gro
wth, improve efficiencies, and increase service levels. Demonstrated ability to
deliver the highest level of client service, develop logistical solutions, and a
ttain major company performance goals. Advanced leadership skills with success i
n managing groups to achieve goals and working with senior management to bridge
the gap between business objectives and logistical capabilities.
CORE COMPETENCIES
* Logistics Planning
* Inventory Control
* Operations Direction
* Process Optimization
* Warehousing Operations
* Supply Management
* Customer Service
* Budget Control
* Mentoring and Coaching
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
ADVANCED TECHNOLOGY SERVICES, INC. - Locations Worldwide 2008 - 2010
Site Supervisor / Team Trainer (2010)
Promoted to oversee six employees in daily operations and customer service throu
ghout eight-state region. Produced periodic employee reports, timesheets, and pe
rformance evaluations. Consulted with senior management regarding hiring new emp
loyees, while evaluating new business opportunities, including other manufacturi
ng and production companies. Developed new process, standardized metrics and rep
orts, and established standard operating procedures.
* Selected to participate in four Six Sigma Green Belt projects that increased p
roductivity, streamlined processes and strengthened relationship with Georgia Pa
cific and ATS.
* Developed/implemented Excel database to assist repair coordinators in tracking
repairable parts issued and ensure timely return, reducing the customer from pu
rchasing new parts and increasing ATS repair revenue. Saved Georgia Pacific over
$250,000 and increased ATS repair revenue by 35%.
* Developed/implemented 200-page repair parts coordinator reference guide, reduc
ed onsite training by 45% and allowed ATS to cut training by 40%.
Team Leader / Repairable Parts Coordinator (2009)
Directed functions of six repairable parts coordinators at 11 sites in addition
to managing two mills in Brunswick and Rincon, Georgia. Traveled to remote sites
to train / mentor employees, while building strong relationships with customers
. Worked with engineering personnel in resolving and preventing equipment proble
ms. Actively worked with area ATS account executives to generate new sales and g
rowth opportunities.
* Met and exceeded all revenue and cost saving goals for 2009 at both Georgia Pa
cific facilities; generated $306,000 in-house repair revenue and $196,000 in cos
t savings for Georgia Pacific
* Resolved laser barcode scanner issue, saving tens of thousands of dollars and
hundreds of manpower hours.
* Achieved zero OSHA recordable incidents for 2008, 2009, and 2010.
Repairable Parts Coordinator (2008 - 2009)
Served as primary point of on-site contact between company and customer, with re
sponsibility for identifying and implementing processes to manage customer repai
rable parts programs. Formed strong relationships with customer to drive new bus
iness opportunities and expand service offerings. Communicated with suppliers to
ensure timely and accurate order delivery. Scheduled, dispatched and monitored
repair activity. Tracked repair costs and savings, documented activity, and moni
tored warranty claims via database. Strived to expand ATS/GP relationship, grow
business opportunities and provide cost savings/cost avoidance to customer throu
gh new capability projects, root cause and engineering solutions, test certifica
tion program, and crib management.
* Generated $221,000 in in-house repair revenue and achieved $115,000 in cost sa
vings through effective inventory and repairable parts management in 2008.
* Exceeded $25,000 monthly revenue goal six times, and 2008 cost savings goals b
y 45%.
* Implemented test certification program providing more than $150,000 in cost av
oidance by identifying high-dollar electronic parts with degraded material condi
tion and improper packaging.
* Worked with senior management and maintenance / reliability personnel in succe
ssful completion of numerous root cause analysis and reliability projects.
UNITED STATES NAVY - Locations Worldwide 1991 - 2007
Project Manager (2004 - 2007)
Directed supply operations for assigned team, with responsibility for daily stat
us reports and briefings, while coordinating timely expedition of 500+ mission-c
ritical repair parts from three warehouses to ensure attainment of requirements
for 12 ships. Supervised daily operations of 25 team members, handling clerical,
administrative, building maintenance and logistical duties. Directed weekly rev
iew of reports for unusable, slow moving and excess material, inventory, and sto
ck control, in addition to briefing superiors on discrepancies and implementing
corrective actions.
* Successfully managed official training of 1,200 employees.
* Processed picking, verification and issuing of over 25,000 order transactions.
* Managed receipt, inspection, stowage and documentation of over 40,000 items of
incoming stock.
Supply Manager (2003 - 2004)
Monitored and managed over 1,200 daily maintenance material requisitions, includ
ing supervision of six employees in supply operations, encompassing receiving an
d tracking of mission critical material. Investigated, processed and resolved ov
er 200 Quality Deficiency reports for incorrect/faulty material.
* Maintained 98% rate of receipt accuracy and accountability.
* Led Expediting Team in successful completion of maintenance overhaul of five s
hips.
Financial Manager (1997 - 2000)
Managed all financial functions, with responsibility for meeting logistical requ
irements for 37 units. Controlled Supply Department's $1.2-million operating bud
get, in addition to $56,000 in training and travel funds. Planned, implemented a
nd delivered over 150 hours of training to 65 personnel on new Automated Travel
Operating System (ATOS) Plus travel program. Developed and implemented Supply De
partment's Government Credit Card program while overseeing, maintaining accounta
bility and quality assurance for 18 accounts. Handled preparation of all financi
al reports, including budgeting, allocation of funds reports, travel funds, and
maintenance of associated files.
* Controlled multimillion-dollar budget with zero discrepancies for three years.
* Created, developed, and implemented ATOS Plus guide, decreasing processing tim
e by 40%.
* Played integral role recouping $120,000 through intense budget reconciliation
process.
* Served in prior positions as Senior Customs Inspector (1997 - 2000), Storeroom
Supervisor (1994 - 1996), and Assistant Administrative Supervisor (1991 - 1994)
; promoted due to consistently strong performance.
EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND
Bachelor of Science in Geography, 2003 * JACKSONVILLE UNIVERSITY - Jacksonville,
FL
Associate of Arts in General Studies, 1999 * UNIVERSITY OF MARYLAND - College Pa
rk, MD
Professional Development:
Six Sigma Green Belt Certification * Performance Management, Counseling & Evalua
tion * Dealing with Conflict * Online Safety Training (Fire Safety, Ladder Safet
y, Office Safety, First Aid, CPR) * Financial Management and Reporting * Materia
l Identification, Procurement, Receipt, Storage and Custody * Inventory Manageme
nt * Shipping, Transportation and Supervisory Safety * CPR / First Aid Certifica
tion * Information Systems Security Manager * Sexual Assault Victims Interventio
n (SAVI) Advocate * Leadership / Manager Course * Command Financial Specialist *
Government Commercial Purchase Cardholder * Drug and Alcohol Safety * Suicide I
ntervention, Sexual Harassment, Equal Opportunity * Business Etiquette: Office P
rotocol