Alayna Tavarez
Stroudsburg,PA
Summary
Results-driven Inventory Control Specialist with excellent problem-solving, analytical and organizational abilities and strong focus on collaborating with employees to resolve business, customer and vendor issues quickly. Works alone or as part of a team to manage high volumes of work in fast-paced environments. Looking to expand their knowledge as well as the knowledge of those around them in a supervisor position.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Inventory Control Supervisor
NFI Industries
03.2024 - 10.2024
- Improved inventory accuracy by conducting regular cycle counts and reconciling discrepancies.
- Led a team of inventory control specialists, providing guidance, performance evaluations, and professional development opportunities.
- Optimized storage space utilization by reorganizing warehouse layout and product placement.
- Reduced stock discrepancies with thorough audits of physical inventory and warehouse organization.
- Streamlined warehouse operations by implementing efficient inventory control processes and procedures.
- Facilitated regular communication between departments for seamless coordination in replenishment activities.
- Coordinated cross-functional teams for successful execution of annual physical inventories and reconciliation activities.
- Maintained safe work environment and confirmed current compliance with OSHA and other governmental regulations.
- Recommended measures to improve production methods, equipment performance and team operation and productivity.
- Worked closely with personnel, customers, and contractors to resolve problems.
- Motivated workers to exceptional performance through implementation of new strategies.
- Balanced schedule and customer demands against team capabilities and available resources to meet performance objectives.
- Memorized facility layout and located products.
- Motivated and managed performance, activities and responsibilities of Inventory Control Team.
- Managed multiple complex inventory activities and client-driven projects.
- Cross-referenced invoices and supplies for reporting accuracy.
- Collaborated with other departments within facility to educate and understand how functions affect inventory.
- Maintained control of cycle counts, physical inventory and discrepancy research.
- Processed damaged goods and completed wasted inventory paperwork.
- Optimized warehouse space utilization, allowing for smoother operations with strategic layout planning.
- Enhanced employee engagement and reduced turnover by developing comprehensive training and development program for inventory team.
- Fostered culture of continuous improvement, leading initiatives for process optimization that enhanced operational efficiency.
- Reduced product loss by establishing rigorous quality control procedures upon receipt of goods.
- Improved team productivity by training staff on best practices in inventory control and management.
- Enhanced order fulfillment speed, ensuring accurate picking, packing, and shipping of customer orders.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations by maintaining a clean, organized warehouse environment and proper handling of hazardous materials.
Warehouse Operations Lead
NFI Industries
12.2021 - 03.2024
- Trained new hires in warehouse procedures, safety standards, and equipment operation, fostering a skilled workforce.
- Enforced compliance with OSHA regulations across all aspects of warehousing activities.
- Managed daily operations, delegating tasks to team members and ensuring timely completion of assignments.
- Coordinated with other departments for seamless flow of goods from receiving to shipping stages.
- Mentored junior staff members, fostering a supportive work environment that encouraged professional growth and development opportunities within the company.
- Built motivated warehouse team to consistently accomplish operations goals and exceed performance targets.
- Completed timely and accurate daily logs to keep internal reporting accurate and track materials movements.
- Verified documentation and condition of freight to assure quality standards were achieved.
- Assisted in receiving, stocking and distribution of merchandise.
- Operated equipment while observing standard safety procedures.
- Loaded and unloaded materials onto and off of trucks for fast shipment.
- Drove forklifts, pallet jacks and other equipment to move materials.
- Used handheld scanners to efficiently track and maneuver freight throughout distribution network.
- Helped train new employees in safe practices and warehouse procedures.
- Maintained clean, orderly work environment free of hazards.
- Verified quantity and description of materials received by checking merchandise against packing list.
Inventory Control Clerk
NFI Industries
03.2020 - 12.2021
- Completed daily cycle counts to maintain accuracy of records
- Managed complex projects as directed by leadership, delivering positive outcomes within time and budget constraints
- Audited and corrected discrepancies in inventory numbers
- Unloaded shipments, reviewed merchandise and tracked paperwork
- Received, sorted and processed damaged goods with vendors or manufacturers
- Implemented organizational systems to optimize product placement and operational productivity
- Recorded information, shortages and discrepancies to keep records current and accurate
- Kept all documentation and records accurate and up-to-date with latest data to prevent errors in processing or delivery
- Used hand-held devices and computers to record and monitor inventory levels and completed audits to uncover and address inaccuracies
- Maintained inventory count, tracked usage and documented variances
- Accepted delivered packages, verified products and checked delivery totals to keep system records current and accurate
SOS Clerk
NFI Industries
11.2018 - 03.2020
- Provided quality clerical support through data entry, document management, email correspondence and overseeing operation of office equipment
- Minimized delivery delays by verifying merchandise, labels and documents for customer order prior to shipment
- Verified all load information
- Assisted management by pulling documentation and organizing files for review
- Maintained composure in stressful situations and continued to provide helpful and kind guest services for fantastic customer satisfaction
- Reviewed records, paperwork and orders for errors and resolved issues with minimal direction
- Kept physical files and digitized records organized for easy updating and retrieval by authorized team members
- Checked packages and merchandise for damage
- Recorded information, shortages and discrepancies to keep records current and accurate
- Operated RF scanners to track merchandise and verify contents of containers
- Completed daily cycle counts and quarterly inventories and resolved variances to maintain data accuracy
- Labeled and accurately moved customer orders to meet shipment timetables and minimize errors
- Updated daily logs with regular shift activities and incident details
- Accepted delivered packages, verified products and checked delivery totals to keep system records current and accurate
Education
High School Diploma -
Stroudsburg High School
Stroudsburg, PA06.2011
Skills
- Forklift Operation
- Project organization
- Handheld scanner operation
- Cycle counting
- Shipping and receiving
- Team building
- Process improvement
- Inventory Audits
- KPI Tracking
- SOP Writing
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Customer Service
- Problem-solving abilities
- Attention to Detail
- Multitasking Abilities
- Reliability
- Personnel Supervision
- OSHA Compliance
- Inventory Management
- Record-keeping
- Quality Control
- Task Delegation
- Interpersonal Communication
- Task Prioritization
Timeline
Inventory Control Supervisor
NFI Industries
03.2024 - 10.2024
Warehouse Operations Lead
NFI Industries
12.2021 - 03.2024
Inventory Control Clerk
NFI Industries
03.2020 - 12.2021
SOS Clerk
NFI Industries
11.2018 - 03.2020
High School Diploma -
Stroudsburg High School
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