Adept Inventory Management Specialist with a proven track record at the United States Marine Corps, where I spearheaded initiatives that significantly reduced stock discrepancies and optimized inventory levels. Leveraging expertise in inventory tracking software and exceptional organizational skills, I enhanced warehouse efficiency and customer satisfaction. My leadership in team collaboration and strategic problem-solving drove successful project deliveries and sustainable improvements. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Inventory Management Specialist
United States Marine Corps
05.2020 - 04.2023
Reduced stock discrepancies by closely monitoring inventory movement and promptly addressing any discrepancies.
Optimized inventory levels by implementing effective tracking systems and regularly conducting physical counts.
Restocked inventory to sustain par levels and produced quarterly inventory audits and calculated, updated and presented reports.
Facilitated smooth transitions during mergers or acquisitions by managing integration efforts related to inventory control processes and systems.
Enhanced customer satisfaction by ensuring optimal stock levels of high-demand items, minimizing instances of unfulfilled orders or delayed shipments.
Streamlined order fulfillment, ensuring timely delivery of products to customers through close collaboration with sales teams and transportation partners.
Implemented effective loss prevention strategies to minimize shrinkage, working closely with security personnel and conducting regular audits.
Enhanced warehouse efficiency with the introduction of innovative storage solutions and layout optimization.
Supported company-wide sustainability initiatives by identifying opportunities for reducing waste in inventory management processes and implementing appropriate solutions.
Played a key role in successful product launches by coordinating closely with marketing and production teams to ensure adequate stock availability at all times.
Improved supply chain visibility, proactively communicating with suppliers to address potential delays or shortages.
Completed physical inventory counts each month.
Performed data entry and completed proper paperwork.
Sorted and delivered materials to different work areas and staff.
Requisitioned new supplies and maintained storage areas for smooth department operations.
Compared shipping orders and invoices against contents received to verify accuracy.
Monitored inventory to maintain sufficient supply levels to meet business and customer needs.
Verified orders by comparing names and quantity of items packaged with shipping documents.
Moved shipment materials to and from designated areas using lift and hand trucks.
Handled day-to-day shipping and receiving overseeing more than Number packages per day.
Supported reporting, accounting and recordkeeping staff with accurate updates regarding shipment information.
Rejected damaged items, recorded shortages and corresponded with shippers to rectify issues.
Processed required paperwork to expedite handling of shipped and received goods.
Maintained up-to-date price lists to accurately calculate shipping, shortage and demurrage costs.
Communicated with carrier representatives, arranging for special deliveries and shipment receipts.
Corresponded with carrier representatives to make arrangements and provide instructions for shipment and delivery of orders.
Worked effectively with shippers to resolve shipment issues, damaged materials and shortages.
Drafted and managed work and shipping orders, bills of lading, and shipping route materials for accurate and compliant recordkeeping.
Packed, secured, labeled and applied postage to materials to prepare items for shipment.
Utilized forklift or pallet truck to load, unload, transport and store goods.
Evaluated employee performance regularly, providing constructive feedback for continuous improvement.
Negotiated contracts with vendors, securing favorable terms that contributed to cost reductions and increased profitability.
Delivered successful projects within deadlines through effective time management and resource allocation.
Collected, arranged, and input information into database system.
Gathered, organized and input information into digital database.
Generated reports detailing findings and recommendations.
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