Tony Stewart
@tonystewart
Experienced operations manager with a focus on process improvement.
What I'm looking for
I am an accomplished operations manager with extensive experience in optimizing processes and enhancing customer service across various industries. My career spans over two decades, during which I have successfully led teams in logistics, supply chain management, and project implementation. I thrive on challenges and have a proven track record of delivering results through strategic planning and execution.
At Cloud Inventory, I collaborated with clients to develop tailored business solutions, ensuring successful application deployment and user training. My role as a Distribution Center Manager at LeSaint Logistics allowed me to oversee operations and achieve key performance objectives, while my tenure at AmerisourceBergen Corporation involved managing complex warehouse systems and earning multiple awards for outstanding service. I am passionate about continuous improvement and have implemented innovative solutions that significantly enhance operational efficiency.
With a strong foundation in industrial engineering and certifications in Lean principles, I am dedicated to fostering a culture of excellence and driving organizational success. I am eager to leverage my skills and experience to contribute to a forward-thinking organization that values innovation and teamwork.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Delivery Consultant
Cloud Inventory
May 2021 - Present (4 years 2 months)
Collaborated with client project teams to develop business solutions through data and process analysis. Installed, configured, personalized, and tested applications in client environments, providing training on Cloud Inventory, Insights reporting, and Enterprise Printing Platform.
Distribution Center Manager
LeSaint Logistics
Oct 2019 - Present (5 years 9 months)
Managed overall distribution center performance, including operations, local transportation, safety, customer service, inventory control, and office operations. Established warehouse performance objectives and was accountable for achieving company objectives in safety, cost, productivity, customer service, and profit.
Warehouse Systems/Operations (WSO) Manager
AmerisourceBergen Corporation
Nov 2015 - Present (9 years 8 months)
Supported the implementation and managed post-implementation operations of WMS software across multiple divisional territories with 24/7 service. Maintained PkMS configuration, resolved system issues, and developed SCI reports and PkMS queries to display critical operational data.
Order Fulfillment Manager
Garmin International
Apr 2011 - Present (14 years 3 months)
Led teams in order fulfillment, value-added services, ATO, and sales order planning, ensuring customer orders were fulfilled in a highly variable environment. Started a new direct fulfillment team and executed the start-up of two new, three-level pick modules, moving over 4,000 inventory items.
Finished Goods Receiving & Replenishment Manager
Garmin International
Feb 2008 - Present (17 years 5 months)
Managed inbound operations, including finished goods receiving, putaway, replenishment, and bulk picking, prioritizing receipts and replenishment to pick modules. Implemented several Oracle WMS processes and associated process improvements, achieving significant gains in productivity and raising 5S scores.
Senior Supply Chain Analyst
Harley-Davidson Motor Company
Mar 2007 - Present (18 years 4 months)
Managed the supply chain for approximately 270 parts across 34 suppliers, executing buyer and planner functions including delivery, quality, and engineering changes. Designed an obsolescence tracking tool, achieving a 50% reduction in material write-offs, and maintained inventory levels well below targeted levels.
Senior Continuous Improvement Engineer
Harley-Davidson Motor Company
Feb 2003 - Present (22 years 5 months)
Led engineering, systems, and operations projects across the enterprise, consistently meeting budget and objectives. Constructed and launched a 120K sq. ft. materials center, managing capital equipment procurement and installation, and served as the corporate business owner for the Enterprise Materials System.
Industrial Engineer
Scholastic, Inc.
Jun 2001 - Present (24 years 1 month)
Contributed to the National Service Organization's operational efficiency and process optimization. Applied industrial engineering principles to improve workflows and resource utilization within the service center.
Industrial Engineer
Foot Locker, Inc.
Jun 1998 - Present (27 years 1 month)
Applied industrial engineering expertise to enhance operations at the Junction City Service Center. Focused on improving efficiency and productivity through systematic analysis and implementation of new processes.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Domo
Professional Certification, Data Analysis
2022 - 2022
Obtained DOMO Professional Certification. Developed expertise in using DOMO for data analysis and reporting.
Institute for Management Studies (IMS)
Professional Development, Leadership and Management
2010 - 2022
Activities and societies: Getting the Most from 'B' & 'C' Players, Next Level Leadership, Resilient Leader, Driving Outstanding Results, Leader's Role & Responsibility as Mentor, Power of a Positive Attitude
Participated in various professional development courses. Focused on leadership, mentorship, and driving results.
Boomi
Associate Developer Certification, Development
2021 - 2021
Achieved Associate Developer Certification. Gained proficiency in development practices and tools.
DemandPoint
Certification, Lean Improvements with Demand Flow
2014 - 2014
Completed Accelerating Your Lean Improvements with Demand Flow. Enhanced understanding of lean methodologies and demand flow.
Lean Learning Center
Certification, Lean Principles
2004 - 2004
Completed Lean Certification. Acquired knowledge and skills in applying Lean principles for process improvement.
Institute of Industrial Engineers (IIE)
Certification, Facility Planning and Layout
1999 - 1999
Earned a Facility Planning and Layout Certification. Developed expertise in optimizing facility design and operational flow.
National Council of Examiners for Engineering and Surveying
Certification, Engineering
1998 - 1998
Obtained the Fundamentals of Engineering certification. Demonstrated proficiency in core engineering concepts.
Kansas State University
BS, Industrial Engineering
1994 - 1998
Completed a Bachelor of Science in Industrial Engineering. Gained foundational knowledge in engineering principles and their applications.
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