GARY MUNYON
Burnsville,MN
Summary
Results-oriented Operations Manager with extensive experience in orchestrating large-scale logistics operations, including handling 20,000 daily customer orders and managing pre-load activities for 7,200 daily deliveries. Demonstrates a strong aptitude for creating efficient operational strategies that enhance team performance and customer satisfaction. Committed to fostering high-performance cultures and driving continuous improvement in transportation and logistics management.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Ranch Hand
Loophold Land and Cattle
Wing, ND
05.2025 - 02.2026
- Operated heavy machinery for land preparation and maintenance.
- Assisted with livestock care, including feeding and health monitoring.
- Managed pasture rotation to optimize grazing efficiency.
- Implemented safety protocols to ensure compliance during daily operations.
- Coordinated fencing repairs to enhance cattle containment and safety.
- Led initiatives to improve herd productivity through better nutrition programs.
PRODUCTION SUPERVISOR
Navitor
Mankato, MN
08.2024 - 04.2025
- Streamlined team-led production, impacting efficiency positively
- Orchestrated production schedules, guaranteeing quality and punctuality
- Uncovered production bottlenecks via performance analytics, enhancing operational efficiency
- Fostered open communication in cross-functional team meetings, resolving production issues
- Promoted safety-first culture through staff training initiatives, strengthening team capabilities
DRIVER
Uber
Rochester/Mankato, NY/MN
06.2023 - 08.2024
- Managed vehicle upkeep to eliminate malfunctions
- Assessed traffic and road conditions for optimal route planning
- Ensured punctual deliveries while adhering to tight schedules
- Fostered professional relationships with clients
- Uphold company reputation through strong commitment
INVENTORY CONTROL/WAREHOUSE MANAGER
Altium Packaging
Rochester, New York
11.2022 - 06.2023
- Managed inventory and production schedules efficiently
- Conducted weekly/monthly cycle counts for accurate inventory
- Scheduled customer orders economically ensuring timely production
- Implemented 5S methodology for workplace organization
- Enforced safety protocols across departments, ensuring a secure work environment
OPERATIONS MANAGER
GXO Logistics
06.2022 - 11.2022
- Devised operational concepts and project plans, ensuring timely and cost-effective implementation
- Monitored work performance, took corrective measures to meet objectives
- Orchestrated warehouse operations, ensuring efficient deliveries, inventory, and system management
- Optimized KPIs including Order Picking Time and Cost Per Order, enhancing overall efficiency
GENERAL MANAGER
Gopuff
07.2021 - 06.2022
- Streamlining daily business operations
- Facilitating cross-departmental process coordination
- Ensuring compliance in dock management
- Assigning routes to drivers efficiently
OPERATIONS MANAGER
Netflix
Denver, CO
05.2011 - 02.2020
- Managed DVD operations across Denver, rising from Supervisor to Operations Manager
- Led a 12-member team, handling 20,000 unit operations daily
- Transformed a low-morale facility into a top-performing unit within 6 months
- Mitigated equipment downtime and disc loss through staff education and maintenance processes
- Enhanced customer experience by identifying and implementing process improvements
- Oversaw logistics operations including receiving, unloading, sequencing, and reloading of up to 47 trucks with 7,200 deliveries nightly
- Managed and trained a unionized team of 26, ensuring optimum performance
- Fostered a motivational work environment, enhancing team engagement
- Surpassed shift performance parameters consistently.
OPERATIONS SUPERVISOR
United Parcel Service (UPS)
09.2007 - 10.2016
OPERATIONS MANAGER
Comair
Rochester, New York
08.2003 - 12.2010
- Managed Comair's new facility launch and ongoing operations at Rochester International Airport
- Assembled and trained a 35-member team, aligning with senior management on operational needs
- Fostered business alliances with partner airlines
- Transformed a dispirited team into a unified group dedicated to operational excellence
- Boosted key performance indicators (KPIs) by 20% within the initial quarter
Education
ASSOCIATE IN SCIENCE (A.S.) - BUSINESS
Mesa College
San Diego, CASkills
- Order Fulfillment
- Delivery Operations
- Inventory Management
- Budget Management
- Customer Service
- Compliance
- Team Building
- Logistics
- Safety
- Workflow Planning
- Performance Management
- Lean Principles
- Leadership
- Problem-Solving
- Warehouse Operations
- Team player
Websites
Personal Information
Title: Operations Manager Transportation & Logistics Management
Timeline
Ranch Hand
Loophold Land and Cattle
05.2025 - 02.2026
PRODUCTION SUPERVISOR
Navitor
08.2024 - 04.2025
DRIVER
Uber
06.2023 - 08.2024
INVENTORY CONTROL/WAREHOUSE MANAGER
Altium Packaging
11.2022 - 06.2023
OPERATIONS MANAGER
GXO Logistics
06.2022 - 11.2022
GENERAL MANAGER
Gopuff
07.2021 - 06.2022
OPERATIONS MANAGER
Netflix
05.2011 - 02.2020
OPERATIONS SUPERVISOR
United Parcel Service (UPS)
09.2007 - 10.2016
OPERATIONS MANAGER
Comair
08.2003 - 12.2010
ASSOCIATE IN SCIENCE (A.S.) - BUSINESS
Mesa College