ABDILLAHI WAIS
St Louis Park,MN
Summary
Skilled Marketing Management And Merchandising 12 YEARS of experiences accomplishing goals with extensive knowledge of visual inspection procedures and dedication to high-quality finished work. Proven history of maintaining accuracy and efficiency for long shifts of hard work. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. Hardworking professional with exceptional talents in fulfillment, communication ,Leadership ,and problem- solving Energetic in Marketing / Merchandising with experience working in solitary role or as part of fast-paced team. Honest and punctual employee.
With a proven track record at WFS EXPRESS, I excel in cargo equipment operation and thrive under inclement weather conditions, ensuring efficient aircraft safety checks and baggage service collaboration. My expertise led to a improvement in loading efficiency, demonstrating strong leadership and a commitment to excellence in high-pressure environments. Critical thinking employee with excellent time management skills. Dedicated problem-solver adept at remaining calm under pressure. Effective ramp agent using top-notch skills in time management and organization. Focused, bilingual individual with hardworking nature and experience in heavy equipment operation. Known for team attitude and dedication to task completion. Dynamic and hard-working commercial airline employee highly experienced as ramp agent. Offers excellent listening and comprehension skills. Trained. Hardworking professional with reliable, safety-conscious mindset and many years of solid experience in warehouse operations. Proficient in operations of pallet movers, forklifts and swing-reach trucks. Expertise in shipping and receiving, loading, and unloading trucks and order picking and packing.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Ramp Agent
WFS
Minneapolis, MN
05.2024 - Current
- Loaded and unloaded aircrafts with baggage, cargo, and mail safely and efficiently.
- Ensured proper weight balance on aircrafts by placing heavy items in the aft of the plane.
- Followed safety procedures such as using reflective gear while working on the ramp.
- Communicated effectively with ground crew members to ensure smooth operation of flights.
- Operated a variety of motorized vehicles such as tugs, belt loaders, forklifts. safely and efficiently around airport premises.
- Conducted daily safety inspections of ramps and runways ensuring no debris or foreign objects were present before takeoff.
- Utilized two-way radio communication systems to communicate between ramp agents and pilots and ground crew personnel.
- Loaded and unloaded baggage and other cargo, transporting to and from aircraft.
- Communicated via headset radio with ground crew, flight crew and tow person about ramp operations and flight requirements.
- Worked in various weather conditions to ensure continuous airport operations.
- Participated in regular safety drills and training sessions.
- Used scanners to track parcel information, condition or receipt.
- Checked cargo before transportation and determined if items adhered to proper regulation standards.
- Operated large vehicles, forklifts and pallet jacks to transport multiple freight loads.
- Loaded and unloaded shipments from trucks and picked up and moved heavy packages and items using forklifts.
Package Handler
JBS Swift & Co
Greeley, CO
11.2022 - 04.2024
- Operated packaging equipment to package and label products.
- Inspected finished packages for accuracy and quality control.
- Maintained records of production, including quantity, type, and source of materials used.
- Verified product labels against purchase orders to ensure accuracy.
- Loaded packaged items onto pallets or into containers for shipping.
- Transported packaged items between warehouse locations using a forklift or other material handling equipment.
- Unloaded incoming shipments from trucks, verifying contents against packing slips.
- Performed minor repairs on packaging machines as needed.
- Organized work areas to maintain a neat and orderly environment.
- Set up boxes, bags, trays, wrapping paper and other materials for packaging operations.
- Reported any issues or malfunctions with machinery to supervisors immediately.
- Stacked boxes onto skids or pallets according to company standards.
- Received instructions from supervisors regarding specific job duties.
- Followed all established procedures related to labeling and packaging processes.
- Utilized hand tools such as tape guns and box cutters when necessary.
- Maintained accurate documentation of daily production activities.
- Assisted coworkers with various tasks as needed throughout the day.
- Identified potential problems that could affect production efficiency or quality control standards.
- Promoted workplace safety and smooth production by keeping workspaces clean, organized, and free of hazards.
- Organized and labeled boxes in pallet racks to make item retrieval faster.
- Assembled cartons, crates, and containers to prepare for shipping.
- Marked and labeled containers with accurate shipping information to prevent delays.
- Moved materials and items to shipping or to other designated areas.
- Verified quantity and quality of products pre-shipment to comply with production standards.
- Reported broken items and mechanical problems to mitigate safety issues.
- Monitored flow of products into processing machinery, speeding up scanning, packing and loading.
- Operated hand trucks, pallet jacks, and forklifts to move materials.
- Utilized advanced packaging solutions for fragile items to prevent shipping damage and profit loss.
- Ensured timely packaging of products according to company standards.
- Trained new employees on packaging procedures and safety.
- Inspected packaging and products for quality control purposes.
- Adhered to environmental regulations in disposal of packaging waste.
- Utilized hand tools for manual packaging tasks when necessary.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization within the packaging area.
- Collaborated with team members to meet packaging deadlines.
- Loaded and unloaded products onto packaging lines.
- Packaged products in a fast-paced environment, meeting high-quality standards.
- Operated packaging machinery efficiently, minimizing downtime.
- Assisted in the development of new packaging designs and methods.
- Monitored the supply chain for delays and communicated issues promptly.
- Participated in meetings to discuss improvements in packaging operations.
- Conducted routine maintenance on packaging equipment.
- Accomplished production goals by working with speed and accuracy.
- Obtained, moved and sorted products and materials.
- Measured, weighed and counted products and materials.
- Cleaned containers, supplies or work areas using cleaning solutions.
- Examined and inspected containers, materials or products to meet quality specifications.
- Loaded and unloaded items from machines, carts and dollies.
- Remove completed or defective products or materials, placing on conveyors or loading docks.
- Unpacked, verified and recorded incoming merchandise or material.
Marketing Merchandiser
PRODIMA
DJIBOUTI, DJIBOUTI
07.2012 - 10.2022
- Developed and implemented marketing strategies to increase sales volume.
- Created and distributed merchandising displays for promotional campaigns.
- Assisted with product launches, exhibitions, and trade shows.
- Analyzed customer feedback to identify opportunities for product improvement.
- Monitored competitor activities in the marketplace and reported findings.
- Conducted regular reviews of inventory levels to ensure availability of products.
- Maintained relationships with suppliers to ensure timely delivery of goods.
- Generated reports on sales performance and presented results at meetings.
- Planned store layouts and coordinated placement of merchandise displays.
- Provided support in designing promotional material such as brochures, flyers.
- Identified potential markets and planned strategies for targeting them effectively.
- Developed pricing policies that maximized profits while still attracting customers.
- Managed budgets related to marketing projects and tracked expenditure regularly.
- Conducted training sessions for retail staff regarding new products or services.
- Ensured compliance with legal regulations relating to marketing activities.
- Implemented effective tracking systems to monitor progress of various marketing initiatives.
- Prepared presentations detailing upcoming promotions or special offers for clients.
- Designed floor layouts, product displays and shelving layouts to maximize sales and influence customer purchasing habits.
- Maintained physical inventory of merchandise and implemented systems to monitor costs.
- Placed prices and descriptive signage to enhance displays and promote items.
- Tracked sales trends and recommended adjustments to maximize departmental profitability.
- Coordinated staff schedules and other labor activities to foster seamless delivery of service.
- Developed pricing promotions and markdowns to meet sales and margin targets.
- Set direction for supervisory team and front-line staff to drive consistency of guest experience.
- Evaluated and analyzed product performance to develop optimal improvement strategies.
- Increased sales through targeted merchandising plans and stocking of desirable inventory.
- Transformed consumer feedback and fashion trends into successful product assortments.
- Established and maintained relationships with vendors, optimizing product selection and negotiating cost-saving deals.
- Identified and addressed performance issues within the merchandising team, implementing solutions to improve efficiency.
- Developed and implemented strategic merchandising plans to maximize sales and profitability.
- Led seasonal merchandise planning, aligning inventory with consumer buying patterns and seasonal trends.
- Managed merchandise assortments, ensuring a balanced and appealing mix of products that meet customer demands.
- Trained and supervised merchandising staff, fostering a team-oriented environment focused on performance and development.
- Kept work areas clean, neat and organized for optimal productivity and worker safety.
- Restocked shelves with current merchandise in attractive displays to promote sales.
- Consulted with management and advertising teams to plan optimal promotions.
- Planned commercial displays to entice and appeal to customers.
- Developed creative visual merchandising campaigns to focus on selling older inventory.
Education
Associate of Science - Marketing Management
ECOLE EN DIRECT
BURKINA FASO04-2016
Associate of Science - English
UNIVERSITY OF DJIBOUTI
DJIBOUTI07-2014
Associate of Science - LAW
UNIVERSITY OF DJIBOUTI
DJIBOUTI09-2010
High School Diploma -
HIGH SCHOOL BALBALA
DJIBOUTI07-2010
Skills
- Inclement Weather Tolerance
- Cargo Equipment Operation
- Baggage Service Collaboration
- Heavy Lifting
- Aircraft Safety Checks
- Loading and unloading
- Work well under pressure
- Goal setting
- Critical thinking
- Active listening
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Professionalism
- Excellent communication
- Order picking
- Safety Protocols
Languages
English
Full Professional
French
Native/ Bilingual
Arabic
Professional
SOMALI
Native/ Bilingual
Timeline
Ramp Agent
WFS
05.2024 - Current
Package Handler
JBS Swift & Co
11.2022 - 04.2024
Marketing Merchandiser
PRODIMA
07.2012 - 10.2022
Associate of Science - Marketing Management
ECOLE EN DIRECT
Associate of Science - English
UNIVERSITY OF DJIBOUTI
Associate of Science - LAW
UNIVERSITY OF DJIBOUTI
High School Diploma -
HIGH SCHOOL BALBALA