Jay Barak
About Jay Barak
Jay Barak is the Sourcing Manager, Warehousing at General Mills in Minneapolis, Minnesota, with extensive experience in logistics and supply chain management.
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Jay Barak is currently the Sourcing Manager for Warehousing at General Mills, based in Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States.
Professional Experience at General Mills
Jay Barak has an extensive career at General Mills, with roles spanning over a decade. He has served as Warehouse and Plant Network Manager from 2020 to 2022, Business Capabilities Leader from 2019 to 2020, Warehouse Network Manager from 2018 to 2019 in Murfreesboro, TN, Logistics Manager for Yoplait from 2016 to 2018 in Murfreesboro, TN, Logistics Business Manager from 2014 to 2016, Logistics Business Planner from 2012 to 2014, and Logistics Management Associate from 2010 to 2012.
Educational Background
Jay Barak received his Bachelor of Science (BS) in Logistics, Materials, and Supply Chain Management from the W. P. Carey School of Business at Arizona State University. He studied there from 2006 to 2010.
Achievements in Supply Chain Management
Jay implemented a new inventory management system that reduced excess stock by 15% within the first year. He led a cross-functional team to streamline the distribution network, achieving a 10% reduction in transportation costs. Jay also developed a mentorship program for new hires in the supply chain department, improving onboarding efficiency by 20%. He spearheaded a sustainability initiative that decreased warehouse energy consumption by 12%.
Industry Recognition and Contributions
Jay Barak has been recognized for his expertise in supply chain management. He received the 'Excellence in Supply Chain Management' award from General Mills in 2021 for his outstanding performance in logistics operations. Additionally, he presented on the topic of 'Optimizing Warehouse Operations for Maximum Efficiency' at the 2021 Supply Chain Management Conference. He also authored an internal white paper on best practices for plant logistics operations, which was adopted company-wide.