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| Desired Industry: Jeweler |
SpiderID: 23973 |
| Desired Job Location: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania |
Date Posted: 12/31/2008 |
| Type of Position: Full-Time Permanent |
Availability Date: 01/01/2009 |
| Desired Wage: 100000.00 |
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U.S. Work Authorization: Yes |
| Job Level: Management (Manager, Director) |
Willing to Travel: Yes, 25-50% |
| Highest Degree Attained: Other |
Willing to Relocate: Yes |
Objective:
FRANK NAWALINSKI
nawls@comcast.net
244 Woodland Road Wrightstown, PA 18940 mobile 215.272.5449
DECEMBER 31, 2008
TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN,
I HAVE BEEN IN THE JEWELRY INDUSTRY FOR 24 YEARS, AND EMPLOYED BY TWO OF THE LARGEST JEWELRY DISTRIBUTION COMPANIES IN THE UNITED STATES AS VP OF OPERATIONS. I HAVE THE EXPERIENCE, TALENTS, TRACK RECORD, AND DRIVE TO CONTINUE IN THE JEWELRY INDUSTRY OR TRANISITION INTO ANOTHER INDUSTRY THAT IS SEARCHING FOR SOMEONE WITH MY ACCOMPLISHMENTS.
SINCERELY YOURS,
FRANK NAWALINSKI
Experience:
FRANK NAWALINSKI
nawls@comcast.net
244 Woodland Road Wrightstown, PA 18940 mobile 215.272.5449
EXECUTIVE PROFILE
OPERATIONS EXECUTIVE
DESIGNER and DRIVER of PROCESS IMPROVEMENTS that
GROW the BOTTOM-LINE
TRACK RECORD OF SUCCESS WITH MANUFACTURER AND DISTRIBUTION COMPANIES
ACCOMPLISHMENT SUMMARY
Frank has achieved impressive results in the challenging distribution and wholesale jewelry business for more than twenty years. His personal presence and work ethic have supported his rise to:
Vice President of Operations with two industry leaders:
METAL MARKETPLACE INTERNATIONAL, Philadelphia, PA
§ Led 40+ employees to achieve 60% increase in sales over ten-year period
§ Developed and implemented operational and strategic plans for this $30m importer\wholesaler:
Distribution…Inventory Control…Purchasing Order Processing…Accounts Receivable/Payable Information Technology Services Sales...Sales Support… Customer Service
§ Recruited and managed eight outside sales representatives to earn $1.5 million increase in first year
§ Initiated state-of-the-art strategies to achieve sales and operational goals in changing marketplace
MICHAEL ANTHONY JEWELERS, Mt. Vernon, NY
§ Contributed to fifteen years of steady revenue growth - from $30 to $150 million
§ Directed more than 100 employees in production planning, distribution, and inventory control
§ Incorporated operations with six acquisitions, including inventory, systems, employees, and product lines
§ Designed and implemented three targeted computer systems over 15 year period
What do others say about Frank Nawalinski?
“…One of the driving forces of the organization we built at MMI…another of those A+ people who made the success we had here possible…” Tony Acquaviva, President, Metal Marketplace International
Frank recognizes the value of remaining current in his field; he is a life-long learner and innovator. He has benefited from company-sponsored workshops, including:
Meritus Training Consultants
Change Leadership (Process Improvement with High Impact Teams)
American Production Inventory Control Society (APICS)
Frank and his family are active members of their community in Bucks County, PA. Frank is the Founder and Chairman of Nawls Foundation, an organization that provides accessible facilities for handicapped children.
(Active IRS 501(c) 3 Tax Exemption Status)
FRANK NAWALINSKI -2- NAWLS@COMCAST.NET
ADDENDUM - PROFESSIONAL RESUME
WORK HISTORY / SELECTED ACCOMPLISHMENTS
METAL MARKETPLACE 1998 - 2008
SENIOR VICE PRESIDENT OF OPERATIONS
Recruited to manage family-owned international karat gold and silver jewelry importer (inventory value $10+million; >10,000 items), servicing jewelry wholesalers, independents, department stores, TV Media, and online retailers. Implemented systems to realize significant efficiencies: Inventory, IT, Distribution, and Sales:
§ Responsible for the day to day operations of entire company – Order Processing, Distribution, Inventory Management, Purchasing, IT, Customer Service and Sales Support
§ Reduced finished goods inventory levels by 25% through customized reordering system, while maintaining a 90% order completion rate
§ Redesigned distribution layout and process flow, achieving 40% reduction in staff and faster order turnaround
§ Designed and implemented custom software package to support entire order processing flow; modified software to meet the changing needs of customers and industry
§ Produced and managed printing project to produce annual catalog(s); achieving successive efficiencies; reduced costs efficiency by 20% and costs by 30%.
§ Outsourced IT functions to outside vendor; decreased IT budget by $50,000
§ Designed and implemented EDI partnerships with customers, including 810, 850, and 856 documents
§ Organized and participated in industry trade shows each year to increase customer base and build relationships; solidify and improve vendor partnerships
MICHAEL ANTHONY JEWELERS 1984 - 1998
VICE PRESIDENT, OPERATIONS…OPERATIONS MANAGER…CREDIT MANAGER
Achieved significant career growth in tandem with this manufacturer and distributor of gold jewelry, sold in the US through television shopping networks, major retailers, catalogs, and more than 5,000 customers of various sizes. Member of merger and acquisition team; participated in 10k filings for SEC requirements and bank audits.
§ Member of IT Steering Committee - oversaw consolidation of multiple platforms to BPICS and custom computer system
§ Initiated and maintained inventory control system - more than 25,000 items
§ Implemented manufacturing forecast system - met customer projections and needs; decreased inventory levels
§ Oversaw, managed, and educated 100+ employees in the order processing, customer service, distribution, inventory, and production planning departments.
What do others say about Frank Nawalinski?
“…Frank is a well organized and creative individual…pays close attention to details and deadlines…excellent manager and maintains a great rapport with his co-workers…” Alan Corn, Former CFO, Michael Anthony Jewelers
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