Logistics & Distribution Operations

Jevgeni Ptasits

Distribution Center Operations & Logistics Manager

More than seven years of experience in warehouse operations, people leadership, process improvement, workforce planning and ERP-supported logistics environments.

I have managed and improved warehouse operations across retail, third-party logistics, distribution and pharmaceutical environments — covering goods receiving, storage, order picking, dispatch, inventory control, operational reporting, employee development and continuous improvement.

Operational Focus

Areas of expertise

Overview
Warehouse Operations
People Leadership
Process Improvement
Workforce Planning
Inventory Flow
Operational Analysis
ERP Systems
Quality & Compliance

Warehouse Process Flow

  1. 01Receiving
  2. 02Storage
  3. 03Order Picking
  4. 04Dispatch
  5. 05Performance Analysis
  6. 06Continuous Improvement

01 · Professional Profile

Logistics leadership grounded in process, people and systems.

Experienced logistics and warehouse operations professional with more than seven years of experience managing operational processes, improving warehouse performance and supporting teams in demanding business environments. My experience covers inbound logistics, storage, inventory control, order picking, dispatch, workforce planning, performance analysis and continuous improvement.

I have worked in retail logistics, third-party logistics, distribution and GMP-regulated pharmaceutical operations. I am comfortable working with operational data, ERP systems and performance indicators to identify bottlenecks, improve resource utilisation and support management decisions.

My leadership approach is based on clear expectations, employee involvement, accountability and continuous development. Sustainable operational results come from combining effective processes, reliable systems and motivated people.

At a glance

  • 7+ years in logistics & warehouse operations
  • Retail, 3PL, distribution & GMP-regulated environments
  • People leadership & workforce planning
  • Continuous improvement & LEAN thinking
  • ERP-supported operations (SAP, Dynamics AX, Vision ERP)
  • Operational data, KPIs & reporting

02 · Professional Experience

A career built across warehouse, distribution and regulated operations.

Professional Development Across Different Logistics Environments

After establishing my core leadership and warehouse operations experience in a large retail logistics environment, I continued developing my expertise through roles in third-party logistics, distribution, project-based work and pharmaceutical operations. These experiences allowed me to work with different warehouse models, ERP systems, operational challenges, quality requirements and improvement approaches. The progression strengthened my ability to adapt quickly, analyse unfamiliar operations and transfer effective practices between different business environments.

03 · Core Competencies

Operations, leadership, improvement, quality and systems.

Operations Management

Distribution Center OperationsWarehouse OperationsGoods ReceivingStorage and Inventory FlowOrder PickingDispatchInventory ManagementWorkforce PlanningCapacity PlanningResource AllocationWarehouse Layout OptimisationOperational Coordination

Leadership & People Development

Team LeadershipEmployee MotivationPerformance ManagementEmployee DevelopmentWork OrganisationCross-Functional CollaborationChange ImplementationClear CommunicationAccountabilityEngagement

Process Improvement & Analytics

Continuous ImprovementLEAN PrinciplesProcess MappingWorkflow AnalysisKPI MonitoringProductivity AnalysisCost AwarenessOperational ReportingRoot Cause AnalysisProblem SolvingData-Based Decision-MakingProcess Standardisation

Quality & Compliance

GMP-Regulated OperationsAudit PreparationExternal Audit SupportInventory AccuracyOperational QualityDocumentation ControlWorkplace Order and StandardsProcess ComplianceSafety Awareness

Systems & Digital Competence

SAPMicrosoft Dynamics AXVision ERPOngoing WMSWarehouse Management SystemsERP-Supported OperationsMicrosoft ExcelOperational Data AnalysisDigital Process ImprovementBusiness Systems Understanding

04 · Management Focus

Where I focus as a leader.

Operational Planning

Planning and coordinating warehouse activities, workforce capacity and resources according to operational demand.

Performance Management

Monitoring productivity, quality, operational costs, claims, working time and resource utilisation.

People Leadership

Creating clear expectations, motivating employees, supporting professional development and building accountability.

Continuous Improvement

Analysing processes, identifying bottlenecks and implementing practical improvements together with employees and stakeholders.

Quality & Compliance

Supporting reliable operations, documentation, audit readiness and compliance with internal and external requirements.

Reporting & Decision Support

Preparing operational reports, analysing performance data and presenting improvement proposals to management.

05 · Operational Performance

Indicators I work with day to day.

I use operational data to identify performance gaps, understand root causes and support practical improvement decisions.

01

Productivity

02

Order Picking Performance

03

Picking Quality and Claims

04

Labour Utilisation

05

Working Time

06

Equipment Utilisation

07

Inventory Accuracy

08

Operational Costs

09

Capacity and Workload

10

Process Lead Times

11

Quality Indicators

06 · Education

Formal study supporting digital and analytical competence.

Mainor University of Applied Sciences

Web Development

Expected graduation · November 2026

My studies strengthen my understanding of digital systems, databases, process automation, software development and data-driven solutions. This education complements my logistics background by helping me understand how business requirements can be translated into more effective digital processes and systems.

Business Process DigitalisationDatabasesData Structures and AlgorithmsWeb TechnologiesSoftware SystemsProcess AutomationInformation SystemsPython and SQL

07 · Digital & Systems Knowledge

Systems that support modern operations.

In addition to my logistics experience, I study web development and build practical applications. This gives me a deeper understanding of information systems, databases, automation and the relationship between business processes and software.

Business and Warehouse Systems

SAPMicrosoft Dynamics AXVision ERPOngoing WMS

Data and Analysis

Microsoft ExcelSQLOperational ReportingData AnalysisDatabase Fundamentals

Software Development Knowledge

PythonDjangoREST APIsReactJavaScriptMySQLSQLite

08 · Digital Projects

Applied digital work that reflects operational thinking.

These projects focus on the business purpose and process understanding behind the software rather than technical complexity for its own sake.

HRM
Digital Project

HRM System

A practical employee and workforce management application developed to explore how HR processes, employee data, task management, feedback and operational information can be organised in one digital system.

Relevant functions

  • Employee records
  • Department structure
  • Task management
  • Kanban workflow
  • Surveys and feedback
  • Reporting and analytics
  • Document management
PythonDjangoReactRelational databases
CRM
Digital Project

Process-Oriented CRM System

A web-based system for managing employee information, skills, tasks and organisational workflows.

PythonDjangoREST API

09 · Languages

Languages

Russian

Native

Estonian

Professional working proficiency

English

Conversational / Working proficiency

10 · Contact

Get in touch.

I’m happy to discuss distribution center operations, warehouse leadership, process improvement and modern operations management.