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RichardD. Colman
3615 2nd Dr. NE Bradenton, FL 34208 • Colmanr2004@yahoo.com • (941) 524-7154
Objective
To obtain a senior level position with a growth oriented, stable company where I
can showcase my leadership, communication, and technical expertise. I’m eager
for personal growth with a company that has a positive future.
Summaryof Qualifications
Extensive Distribution/Fulfillment experience in leadership roles.
3PL client startup of the Distribution/Delivery services for Best Buy in the New
England area.
Thorough hands-on knowledge of distribution, fulfillment and delivery service
center, shipping/receiving, inventory management, home deliveries and all
processing operations.
Demonstrated ability to maintain steady merchandise flow to customers,
while achieving high workforce productivity, morale and motivation.
Consistent focus on quality and implementation of procedural or work
method changes to improve efficiencies. Detail oriented and conscientious.
ProfessionalWorkExperience
Operations Manager Central Fulfillment Center Mar 2005 to Present
Beall’s Inc. – Sarasota, FL
Set up new 200,000 square ft. facility to accommodate the fulfillment
operation.
Increased productivity by 20% over the past year.
Responsible for the overall operation of the facility.
Developed and maintain a strong working relationship with the buyers and
ecommerce team.
Reduced yearly expenses for the past three years since start up.
Distribution Manager Sept 1998 to Mar 2005
Barrett Distribution Services/Best Buy DDC #726 – Mansfield, MA
Started the account for Barrett with service to six area stores for Best Buy.
Serviced 31 stores and averaged over 180 home deliveries daily.
Three years straight one of the top centers in Inventory Control for Best Buy
Gave Barrett the opportunity to take on additional business with Best Buy due
to our results.
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Responsible for all aspects of the operation including home delivery.
Maintained a strong relationship with the stores and Corporate for Best Buy.
Ran at above the expected profit margin (additional 5%) by keeping the
expenses to a minimum.
Reduced the amount of “Open Box” units by 25%.
Operations Manager 1986 to 1998
TJX Corporation – Mansfield, MA
Operations Manager in HomeGoods Division (Mansfield, MA) 1995-1998
Responsible for leading activities in 180,000 sq.ft. Distribution center.
Developed Accuracy Control program.
Working knowledge of Spanish. 80% of hourly employees were Spanish
speaking.
Distribution Supervisor 1986 to
1995
Chadwick’s of Boston (1992-1995), West Bridgewater, MA
Hit or Miss (1990-1992), Stoughton, MA
TJ Maxx (1985-1990) , Framingham, MA and Evansville, IN
Skills
Elementary Spanish
Microsoft
Forklift Certified Trainer and Operaor
AS400 and High Jump Warehouse Management Systems
Multi Tasking capabilities
Completed Leadership Development Program 2016 at Bealls
Education
Bachelors of Science, Business Management 1985
Roger Williams University – Bristol, RI
*References: Furnished upon request