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Work History
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Software
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Alek Pavlovich

Alek Pavlovich

Warehouse, Receiving & Wardrobe Managment
Des Plaines,IL

Summary

Dedicated Operations Manager with expertise in all facets of purchasing, warehousing, wardrobe inventory control. Skilled in achieving organizational objectives. Instrumental in streamlining processes and developing highly effective operational solutions optimizing workflows, reducing waste and cost savings on liquor and uniform purchases . Highly adept in the development of staff to promote job satisfaction and achieve long term growth. Proven track record of delivering strong performance across a range of complex assignments.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Certifications

Work History

WAREHOUSE / WARDROBE MANAGER

American Place Casino
Waukegan, IL
09.2022 - Current
  • Pre-Opening, designed warehouse layout to accommodate new equipment, maximize space utilization and optimize processes.
  • Maintain vendor connections by arranging delivery structures and managing specific shipment or paperwork.
  • Create SOP and adapting proactive inspection and maintenance schedules to keep equipment in good operational condition.

WAREHOUSE / WARDROBE MANAGER

RIVERS CASINO
Des Plaines, IL
05.2011 - 08.2022
  • Manage daily warehouse operations including strategic planning, cycle counts, and audits
  • Provide oversight for the purchasing of liquor through negotiations with local vendors to ensure cost effectiveness and sustainable profitability for the business
  • Foster collaborative relationships with a wide range of team members, vendors, and executive management to deliver on financial and operational goals
  • Provide oversight for a team of 9 warehouse 5 wardrobe team members including performance reviews, workflow monitoring, and departmental training
  • Handle a range of key tasks including inventory maintenance, transaction management, health & safety, vendor negotiations, research & reporting, proposal analysis, and issue resolution
  • Design various analytical reports for senior management focused on warehouse and wardrobe performance metrics to assist in the asset allocation and long-term decision-making process
  • Facilitate the design and implementation of numerous strategic initiatives based around efficiency, safety, performance management, and cost reduction
  • Streamline internal processes with team members to align internal control procedures with organizational strategy, delivering on exacting standards of compliance with safety requirements and company guidelines
  • Lead a range of initiatives designed to maximize potential of staff, allowing each team member to become a highly- effective leader resulting in increased output and 0% staff turnover in two years
  • Recognized as a leader and innovator within this role having delivered a 0% injury rate for three consecutive years
  • Operated indoor forklifts and other necessary equipment to properly handle materials being received, issued, stocked and picked
  • Organized and maintained warehouse and inventory areas of efficient material storage and handling
  • Auditing physical assets

WAREHOUSE MATERIALS MANAGER

COMCAST CABLE
Lake Zurich, IL
01.2005 - 05.2011
  • Evaluated operations to identify areas for improvement, produce efficiency gains, and deliver cost reduction initiatives
  • Viewed by senior management as an accomplished leader with a demonstrated ability to exceed established goals and deliver exceptional performance
  • Performed detailed analysis of operational processes and procedures to enhance efficiency and drive revenue growth
  • Collaborated with leadership to influence corporate policy and codify best practice in logistics and warehouse management
  • Executed random facility audits to guarantee operational and procedural compliance in line with best practice standards
  • Conducted staff performance reviews and led training initiatives to ensure the ongoing development of the team
  • Led the internal logistics program providing guidance for the movement of materials including freight and stock to and from storage facilities to facilitate ongoing production operations.

Warehouse Manager

IKEA Schaumburg
Schaumburg, IL
01.2000 - 05.2004

Education

High School Diploma -

Maine East
Park Ridge, IL
09.1987 - 06.1990

Skills

    Expert in Red Rock Inventory Certified Forklift & Scissor Lift ServSafe Certification Straight Truck Class C

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Accomplishments

  • Received recognition from management at Rivers Casino in 2013 for exceptional performance.


Software

Red Rock

Certification

ServSafe

Timeline

Forklift

09-2022

WAREHOUSE / WARDROBE MANAGER

American Place Casino
09.2022 - Current

ServSafe

01-2022

WAREHOUSE / WARDROBE MANAGER

RIVERS CASINO
05.2011 - 08.2022

WAREHOUSE MATERIALS MANAGER

COMCAST CABLE
01.2005 - 05.2011

Warehouse Manager

IKEA Schaumburg
01.2000 - 05.2004

High School Diploma -

Maine East
09.1987 - 06.1990

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