MARC SCHNELL

Coordinated contractors and tracked construction for new corporate office, ensuring all city permits (mechanical, electrical, plumbing, HVAC) were completed on schedule. Managed 3PL operations and logistics optimization, resolving operational issues and minimizing chargebacks. Onboarded new Canadian 3PL, improving fulfillment speed and accuracy. Transitioned domestic 3PL vendor, reducing transition time from 6 weeks to 3 weeks while maintaining fulfillment continuity. Reduced 3PL cost per shipped dollar from 14% to 7% through vendor negotiation and improved process efficiency. Improved shipping metrics: “Must Route by” compliance 99% on-time, “Ready to Ship” 98% on-time. Four wall inventory accuracy: 99.7%. Participated in IT integration meetings to ensure accurate data alignment between logistics partners. Provided mentorship, coaching, and performance support to team members.

·  Led day-to-day operations, overseeing supply chain processes, and managing a team of 75 employees. Streamlined warehouse operations, optimizing space utilization, and improving overall operational efficiency. Developed and implemented operations strategies to enhance productivity and reduce costs. Implemented KPIs and performance metrics to measure operational performance and drive continuous improvement. Collaborated with internal stakeholders and external partners to improve cross-functional collaboration and efficiency.

Directed distribution center operations across wholesale and drop ship channels. Implemented warehouse management systems, boosting inventory accuracy to 99%+. Created and executed drop ship SOPs, reducing lost orders by 85% and adding $7M in sales. Increased operational efficiency by restructuring personnel and processes, cutting costs by 75%. Opened additional 75,000 sq. ft. storage facility. Reduced demurrage charges by $500K annually. Implemented warehouse management systems, barcode scanning, and automation tools. Led process streamlining initiatives, increasing throughput and reducing costs.

Built a 3PL operation from the ground up, achieving consistent growth and profitability through strong process management and client service. Achieving 66% gross profit and 13% net profit. Managed budgeting and capital expenditures to maximize profitability. Managed a 150-employee 3PL servicing B2B, B2C, eCommerce, and Drop Ship clients. Achieved 99.7% inventory accuracy and order fulfillment 99% on-time.

Hired to provide technical expertise for the design and layout of new facility and oversee relocation effort. Scope of effort included implementation of new computerized warehouse management system to enhance productivity and efficiency. Managed 500 Employees. KEY CONTRIBUTIONS • Engineered layout of new warehouse facility. RESULT: 34% increase in storage and processing space. • Spearheaded relocation to new facility. RESULT: Completed move in 3 days of a 5-day timeline and $24,000 under budget. • Re-engineered receiving process. RESULT: 289% increase in productivity coupled with a 69% reduction in cost/unit resulting in an $82,661 yearly savings. (Continued) • Re-engineered order-pulling process. RESULT: 200% increase in productivity coupled with a 63% reduction in cost/unit yielding a $155,520 yearly savings. • Designed and implemented Warehouse Management System. RESULT: 244% productivity increase; 66% cost reduction; 17% increase in inventory accuracy (raising level to 99.4%); $238,181 yearly savings. • Reorganized internal management operations. RESULT: Eliminated redundancy in reporting structure and improved accountability and authority.

Responsible for distribution operations for retail, mail order, and wholesale divisions. Managed Purchasing operations of supplies for corporate offices, retail stores, and distribution facilities. Supervised 130 employees. KEY CONTRIBUTIONS • Implemented Warehouse Management Software System. RESULT: 84% productivity increase; 65% increase in inventory accuracy (raising level to 99.7%); $396,640 yearly savings. • Implemented efficiency-focused conveyor system for inbound/outbound receiving and order-processing. RESULT: 84% increase in productivity; 42% reduction in cost/unit; $396,640 cost savings. • Reengineered receiving, order-picking, and shipping, processes. RESULT: 233% increase in productivity; 76% reduction in cost/unit; $1,867,436 cost savings. • Renegotiated transportation and contract-labor costs. RESULT: $355,500 cost savings. • Spearheaded activities supporting leasing, design, and construction build-out for relocation to new facility. RESULT: Project completed $50,000 under budget; move completed within 5-month timeline.

Managed multiple warehouse operations including manufacturing processes in California and Nevada. Responsible for purchasing of transportation, contract labor, and warehouse supplies. Supervised 150 employees. KEY CONTRIBUTIONS • Improved manufacturing processes. RESULT: 589% increase in productivity; 71% reduction in cost/unit; $769,183 yearly savings. • Renegotiated transportation and contract-labor costs. RESULT: 48% cost reduction; $2,589,450 yearly savings. • Implemented production-scheduling system. RESULT: 60% reduction in raw materials; 88% reduction in WIP inventory; 67% reduction in finished goods inventory.