Aaron Mendoza
Summary
Accomplished Lead Inventory Specialist and Shipping and Receiving Supervisor with a proven track record at CEVA Logistics Inc., enhancing inventory accuracy and supply chain efficiency. Expert in inventory auditing and logistics planning, coupled with exceptional team coordination skills, ensured a significant reduction in discrepancies and optimized warehouse operations. Demonstrates strong customer service and discrepancy resolution abilities, driving operational excellence.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Inventory Specialist
CEVA Logistics Inc.
05.2010 - 09.2013
- Verified incoming products and checked delivery totals to keep system records current and accurate.
- Completed daily cycle counts to maintain accuracy of records.
- Audited and corrected discrepancies in inventory numbers.
- Worked with supervisors and team members to understand supply needs and bring levels within desired tolerances.
- Used equipment like forklifts and pallet jacks to move inventory.
- Managed inventory control for high-volume warehouses with accurate, timely stock replenishment.
- Worked effectively with shippers to resolve shipment issues, damaged materials and shortages.
- Rejected damaged items, recorded shortages and corresponded with shippers to rectify issues.
- Corresponded with carrier representatives to make arrangements and provide instructions for shipment and delivery of orders.
- Monitored inventory to maintain sufficient supply levels to meet business and customer needs.
- Conducted research to address shipping errors and packaging mistakes.
- Built strong vendor relationships for timely goods and materials deliveries.
- Supported reporting, accounting and recordkeeping staff with accurate updates regarding shipment information.
- Compared shipping orders and invoices against contents received to verify accuracy.
- Utilized forklift or pallet truck to load, unload, transport and store goods.
- Moved shipment materials to and from designated areas using lift and hand trucks.
- Processed required paperwork to expedite handling of shipped and received goods.
- Drafted and managed work and shipping orders, bills of lading, and shipping route materials for accurate and compliant recordkeeping.
- Inspected incoming and outgoing shipments to identify discrepancies with records.
- Completed physical inventory counts each month.
Shipping and Receiving Supervisor
MedFlex/Enturia/Cardinal Health
10.2006 - 11.2009
- Generated end-of-day reports covering shipments, productivity, and financial totals.
- Handled high-volume paperwork and collaborated with administrators to resolve invoicing and shipping problems.
- Oversaw warehouse crew stocking inventory and preparing loads.
- Reviewed paperwork to determine priorities and set schedules.
- Boosted inventory and recordkeeping accuracy by conducting thorough inspections and comparing shipment contents with documentation.
- Negotiated shipping contracts and rates to establish budget friendly agreements.
- Trained new team members on proper and safe use of tools and equipment.
- Maintained accurate records of team attendance and documented disciplinary actions.
- Supervised team of helpers, laborers and material movers to efficiently complete tasks.
- Handled day-to-day shipping and receiving overseeing more than [Number] packages per day.
- Trained new staff on job duties, company policies, and safety procedures for rapid onboarding.
- Prepared and maintained accurate records of shipments and deliveries to enable tracking history and acquire consistent information.
- Maintained established levels of goods based on sales forecasts and demand to fulfill orders on time.
- Reviewed and monitored inbound inventory, outbound shipments and book adjustment transactions.
- Monitored completeness, accuracy and compliance during inventory transactions.
- Monitored customer return shipments and communicated damages to manufacturer.
Education
High School Diploma -
Burges High School
El Paso, TXSkills
- Inventory Auditing
- Supply Chain Coordination
- Cycle counting
- Shipping and receiving
- Warehouse Operations
- Customer Service
- Inventory Tracking
- Discrepancy Resolution
- Data Management
- Inventory Control
- Shipping coordination
- Cycle Counts
- Order Management
- Digital and Physical Counts
- Inventory Accounts Reconciliation
- Logistics Planning
- Stocking and Organization
- Discrepancy Investigation
- Shortage Reports
- Maintaining stock levels
- Inventory Counts
- Warehouse Organization
- Item tagging
Timeline
Lead Inventory Specialist
CEVA Logistics Inc.
05.2010 - 09.2013
Shipping and Receiving Supervisor
MedFlex/Enturia/Cardinal Health
10.2006 - 11.2009
High School Diploma -
Burges High School