Darren Brown
Newport,Tennessee
Summary
Talented Manager with expert team leadership, planning and organizational skills built during successful career. Diligent trainer and mentor with exceptional management abilities and results-driven approach. With 15 years' experience maintaining multimillion-dollar inventories, managing small businesses, industrial production lines, controlling all functions of warehousing, inventory control, logistics management- including importing, exporting, and containerization. I have closed factory satellite operations and moved production lines/inventory in restructuring efforts successfully across the United States. In my next role I look to continue my professional growth while adding value to your successful business growth.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
Work History
Individual Business Owner
Financial Services
05.2022 - Current
- Helped individuals in securing financial security
- Insurance producer in the Life, Accidental, & Health lines.
- Established strong customer relationships through excellent communication and attentive service.
- Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
Manager, Warehouse, Production
Kelvion Products INC
09.2018 - 08.2023
- Facilitated the setting up of a new production facility
- Spent 3 weeks in the UK learning production processes for the training of new personnel
- This line currently produces 30+ million in revenue per year
- Developed the warehousing structure, inventory movement process, location maintenance, shipping & receiving processes, and general operational instructions
- Fostered the development of the logistics department, managing all incoming/outgoing/importing/exporting shipments while reducing costs for shipping
- Directed the relocation of a production line from Oklahoma to Tennessee resulting in a multimillion-dollar revenue increase.
- Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work.
- Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
- Onboarded new employees with training and new hire documentation.
- Cross-trained existing employees to maximize team agility and performance.
- Controlled costs to keep business operating within budget and increase profits.
General Manager
Alpha Air INC
04.2015 - 09.2018
- Directed Sales in customer homes increasing overall revenue and annual growth
- Fostered a better inventory control process and better flowing warehouse operation resulting in reduced shrink and faster inventory rotations
- Facilitated the success of the installation teams with value added training on business practices.
- Developed and implemented strategies to increase sales and profitability.
- Cultivated strong relationships with clients, vendors, and partners to ensure long-term success and loyalty.
Shop Owner
Natures Reflection Taxidermy
05.2002 - 08.2018
- Built a part time business in Taxidermy, preserving wildlife & memories for a lifetime
- Controlled all aspects of business, accounting, supply chain, inventory, & logistics coordination.
- Developed loyal customer base by consistently delivering high-quality products and personalized service.
Further Work History
Provided Upon Request
06.1990 - 04.2015
Education
BSBA - Business Administration
Columbia Southern University
05.2026
Business Education
Montgomery Community College
Troy, NC04.2002
No Degree - Land Surveying
Southern West Virginia Community College
Skills
- Supply Chain Experience
- Inventory Management
- Collaboration
- Communication
- Continual Improvement Process
- Analysis
- Warehouse Operations
- Logistics-Freight-3PL
- Price negotiation
- Proactive
- Lean Manufacturing
- Multiple ERP/MRP platforms
- Project Management
- Employee Management/supervision
- Forklift Trainer Certification
- Customer Service
- Attention to Detail
- Driven and Determined
- Entrepreneurial personality
References
Ronald Buckner 865-382-6055 Harold Workman 304-785-1774 Greg Marx 304-812-6400
Timeline
Individual Business Owner
Financial Services
05.2022 - Current
Manager, Warehouse, Production
Kelvion Products INC
09.2018 - 08.2023
General Manager
Alpha Air INC
04.2015 - 09.2018
Shop Owner
Natures Reflection Taxidermy
05.2002 - 08.2018
Further Work History
Provided Upon Request
06.1990 - 04.2015
BSBA - Business Administration
Columbia Southern University
Business Education
Montgomery Community College
No Degree - Land Surveying
Southern West Virginia Community College
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