THOMAS OHEARN

Brick, NJ 08723 732-581-6365 toohearn@aol.com

SUMMARY Logistics Professional with strong Engineering and Management background developed through line and staff positions in the Financial Services and Paint Sundry Industries. Proven track record using analytical and problem solving skills to plan and implement Storage and Distribution Center Consolidations and achieve performance improvement and cost reduction solutions. Managed National Distribution Center operations, also developed and monitored benchmarking of production and service activities. Experienced in managing union and non-union environments.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE LANCASTER/FIVE STAR, Avenel, NJ 2011 2012 NJDC Manager Responsible for all inbound and outbound processes in a 325,000 square foot DC, maximizing warehouse space, labor, and resources while providing an environment which is safe for all associates. Managed vendor selection and monitor their performance for maintenance and repair of HVAC, electrical, plumbing lift truck and all DC equipment. Utilize WMS reports in RF system to lower Labor to Sales ratio from 7% to below 5% in 3 months. Identify and resolve cause of false alarms in Fire Alarm System at sprinkler risers. Maintained a safe work environment by conducting monthly safety meetings for all associates to comply with federal, state and local regulations. Develop list of required tasks and costs to consolidate from 325,000 sq ft to 180,000 sq ft in 2012. Negotiated contracts with pallet, waste and recycling suppliers to reduce costs by over $50,000 per year.

TD BANK / COMMERCE BANK, Cherry Hill, NJ 2004 2010 Warehouse Manager Responsible for all third party storage/inventory/fulfillment for TD/Commerce Banks US Real Estate/Construction Department product as Bank grew from 300 to over 500 branches. Negotiate pricing with all suppliers of proprietary Commerce Bank Real Estate items at Corporate Headquarters in Cherry Hill, NJ. Manage relationships with the entire vendor supply chain and guidelines for 3PL participation. Provides oversight for Facilities Management personnel by becoming familiar with the tasks to be performed regarding office maintenance, stock purchases and event coordination etc. Evaluates and monitors contract performance to ensure compliance with contractual obligations and to determine need for changes. Maintains and reviews computerized or manual records of items purchased, costs, deliveries, product performance, and inventories. Work in partnership with Strategic Sourcing Team to develop Master Service Agreement for TD Banks Signage Vendors. Establish optimal inventory levels to mitigate inventory costs.

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METLIFE, Kutztown, PA 1999 2004 Warehouse Operations Manager Responsible for planning, organizing and staffing for consolidation of multiple Record Center and Warehouse locations into new 225,000 square foot Mega Center. Resulted in savings of over $500,000 per year and improved service to customers. Designed building and lift truck equipment specs, pallet rack and conveyor layouts and maintenance programs for new Mega Center to obtain efficient workflow. Coordinated relocation of over 12,000 pallets of inventory consisting of over 15,000 SKUs with minimal interruption to customer service and within established budget. Supervised hiring and training of new warehouse, facility maintenance and print department personnel since 90% of workforce did not relocate to new facility. Achieved World Class Benchmarking Metrics for Production and Service Standards to mitigate operating costs and provide better service to customers. Develop and implement Life Truck Operator Training Program to comply with OSHA Standards. Established Safety Committee which consisted of members from all departments in the facility and increased safety awareness among all units. Created, implemented and managed process for Law Department record storage that reduced costs by more than $110,000 per year. ES&D, Edison, NJ 1986 1999 Administrative Services Supervisor Responsible for building and equipment maintenance, traffic management and feasibility studies for General Manager. Supervised 36 Warehouse, Bindery and Printing employees and maintenance staff. Designed and installed process for computerized manifests and bar-coding for all shipments for faster tracking of orders and more accurate billing. Led development and implementation of bench marking production and service activities of MetLife Distribution Center to reach objective of world class service. Supervised inventory control team that minimized stock outs and increased fill rates of orders to best levels in history of MetLife.

EDUCATION MBA, Rutgers Graduate School of Management, New Brunswick, NJ BS, Industrial Engineering, NJIT, Newark, NJ Graduate degree earned as evening student while employed full time.

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT Numerous management conferences and seminars, Green Building Basics and LEED Course by USGBC, Time Mastery, Leadership and the One Minute Manager, In Search of Excellence. Have interacted with professionals of the Warehouse Education and Research Council, Material Handling Society of NJ and NJ Industrial Traffic League. Proficient in Microsoft Office suite (Access, Excel, Power Point, Outlook), mainframe and PC applications.