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Alvin Tate

Palmyra,NJ

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OSHA Standards Industry Best Practices Staging and Sorting Maintaining Clean Work Areas Microsoft Office Package Shipment Box and Container Packing Prepare Documents Inventory Monitoring and Management Invoice and Manifest Review Storage and Supply Management Prepare Packages Pattern Recognition Routing Determination Handheld Scanners Target Area Checks System Updating Shipping Method Optimization Organize Merchandise Order Checking Web-Based Communication Inspect Shipments Production Organization Product and Materials Sorting Update Databases Environmental Impact Control Professional Summary Dedicated Industry professional with a history of meeting company goals utilizing consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Stock 2 Coach

Walmart Inc.
12.2023 - Current
  • Increased team productivity by implementing streamlined processes and effective communication strategies.
  • Achieved departmental goals by developing and executing strategic plans and performance metrics.
  • Reduced operational costs through comprehensive process improvement initiatives and resource management.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by resolving disputes promptly, maintaining open lines of communication, and ensuring high-quality service delivery.
  • Facilitated successful cross-functional collaborations for the completion of key projects, fostering strong working relationships among team members.
  • Optimized resource allocation by conducting regular performance evaluations and providing personalized coaching for staff development.
  • Developed a strong company culture focused on employee engagement, collaboration, and continuous learning opportunities.
  • Managed budgets effectively, ensuring optimal financial performance while investing in necessary resources for business growth.
  • Led change management initiatives to drive organizational transformation without compromising employee morale or productivity levels.
  • Championed diversity and inclusion efforts within the workplace, resulting in an inclusive environment that fostered creativity and innovation among employees from various backgrounds.
  • Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work.
  • Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
  • Resolved staff member conflicts, actively listening to concerns and finding appropriate middle ground.
  • Maintained professional, organized, and safe environment for employees and patrons.
  • Cross-trained existing employees to maximize team agility and performance.
  • Monitored and analyzed business performance to identify areas of improvement and make necessary adjustments.
  • Established team priorities, maintained schedules and monitored performance.
  • Evaluated employee performance and conveyed constructive feedback to improve skills.
  • Recruited, interviewed and hired employees and implemented mentoring program to promote positive feedback and engagement.
  • Assisted in organizing and overseeing assignments to drive operational excellence.
  • Defined clear targets and objectives and communicated to other team members.
  • Established performance goals for employees and provided feedback on methods for reaching those milestones.
  • Successfully managed budgets and allocated resources to maximize productivity and profitability.
  • Identified and communicated customer needs to supply chain capacity and quality teams.
  • Developed detailed plans based on broad guidance and direction.
  • Reduced waste and pursued revenue development strategies to keep department aligned with sales and profit targets.
  • Cultivated positive rapport with fellow employees to boost company morale and promote employee retention.
  • Trained personnel in equipment maintenance and enforced participation in exercises focused on developing key skills.
  • Maintained professional demeanor by staying calm when addressing unhappy or angry customers.
  • Maintained positive customer relations by addressing problems head-on and implementing successful corrective actions.
  • Planned and budgeted accurately to provide business with resources needed to operate smoothly.
  • Developed and implemented business strategies to achieve business goals and stay competitive.
  • Improved safety procedures to create safe working conditions for workers.
  • Mentored junior team members for career advancement, fostering a pipeline of future leaders within the organization.
  • Drove operational efficiency through data-driven decision-making processes, leveraging analytics tools for informed strategy development.
  • Streamlined workflows by identifying bottlenecks in existing systems and proactively addressing these challenges through appropriate solutions implementation.
  • Built high-performing teams through effective recruitment, onboarding, and talent development initiatives.
  • Ensured compliance with industry regulations and legal requirements by implementing comprehensive policies and training programs for staff members.

Ecommerce Inbound/Outbound Lead

Walmart Inc, CSD
09.2022 - Current
    • Conducted orientation sessions and organized on-the-job training for new hires
    • Communicated all learning and performance objectives, schedules, and training assessments to upper management
    • Trained new hires to perform cross-training exercises with experienced workers
    • Organized and edited training manuals, multimedia visual aids, and other educational materials
    • Collaborated with other departments to align training programs with organizational goals and objectives
    • Monitored and evaluated training performance to determine quality and cohesiveness
    • Coordinated technical training and personal development classes for staff members
    • Assisted in development of employee assessments to measure training value
    • Developed and implemented comprehensive training program to increase employee productivity and morale
    • Spearheaded design and implementation of multiple training courses to establish successful onboarding of new employees
    • Prepared and distributed manuals, handouts and online tutorials to provide employees with training materials and resources
    • Conducted research and analysis of learning needs of employees to develop targeted training programs
    • Alternated training methods to diversify instruction, strengthen learning opportunities, and enhance program success
    • Delivered new employee onboarding and training sessions via Software
    • Reviewed and edited all training materials for accuracy and company policy compliance
    • Managed new employee orientation training process for more than Number employees each year
    • Evaluated success of training programs and recommended improvements to upper management to enhance effectiveness
    • Trained staff during demonstrations, meetings, conferences, and workshops
    • Selected and assigned instructors to conduct specific training programs
    • Directed training programs and development paths for managers and supervisors
    • Streamlined HR efficiencies, coordinated new hire orientations and provided onboarding and training for new employees
    • Developed departmental systems and procedures to better align workflow processes
    • Researched and obtained relevant course materials to achieve training objectives
    • Implemented new learning strategies depending upon employees' skill levels
    • Analyzed effectiveness of training programs at all levels and recommended updates.

Trainer/problem

Walmart
03.2021 - 09.2022
  • Solver
  • Training and Implementation
  • Updating associates on key events
  • Orientation and Onboarding of new associates
  • Retraining associates who struggle to make rate
  • Informing associates on Training procedures, practices, and policies within facility
  • Coaching associates on broken practices and adhering to policy
  • Safety audit
  • Certificate process with associates
  • Filing and collecting OHSA documents
  • Public speaking
  • Teaching Safety practices within facility
  • Overseeing Training, certification process, and filing of OHSA documents for over 400 associates
  • Updating, Coaching, and performing PowerPoint presentations for Trainers within facility
  • Active listener
  • Employee of Month twice
  • Lead team of associates to help Implementation improvements in Walmart, these changes have had positive change on Walmart Single pack area, and have improved safety and productivity within Walmart
  • Did presentation for VP Walmart explaining productivity, facility updates
  • I have four certifications (Strategic Thinking, Change management, Time management, and Difficult interaction management from Harvard Mentor Manager
  • Oversee all Training in Singles Pack, Packing, Single OF, Online OF, Loading Case, Online Receiving, Pallet breakdown,stocking, pallet break and putaway
  • Administer testing for Certification purposes
  • Certified member of the Serious Incident Response Team
  • Mentored new hires, resulting in stronger staff development and increased productivity
  • Monitored and reported trainee progress, introducing new learning tools to address individual needs
  • Analyzed team performance and identified opportunities for additional training
  • Developed effective training plans based on department needs and objectives
  • Monitored participant workflow and behaviors throughout the training process
  • Educated clients on the proper use of products and systems
  • Introduced standardized training for cohesive learning environments
  • Performed continuous evaluations of content and plans to enhance delivery and improve effectiveness
  • Defined problems to make decisions and moved forward to support quick resolution
  • Researched and extracted data to complete tasks
  • Utilized problem-solving skills to reduce or eliminate company expenses
  • Analyzed and understood situation to develop action plan
  • Defined problem to identify, prioritize and select alternatives
  • Looked outside known experience to find solutions and produce results
  • Employed various tools and equipment to find solutions to difficult or complex issues
  • Instituted sequence of actions to drive gratifications and progress
  • Networked to gather outside expertise to solve issues.

Inventory Specialist

03.2020 - 03.2021
  • Experience in operating electric power jack , logistic, and packing of expensive and fragile materials with the companies inventory counts exceeding daily requirements for packing
  • Performed inventory counts, created processes for inventory to control the discrepancies with bin locations for inventory and product on hands as well stored inventory
  • Processed and issued credits for returns and broken product
  • Stored documentation on credits issues for each company
  • Completing and submitting the proper documents to the corporate offices
  • Assisted and lead two projects with minimal notice
  • The first project was estimated 3-day deadline completed and shipped the project before the day's end!
  • The second project was led by a team of 4 individuals. Some spoke minimal English, and the rest was new to the company.
  • The deadline was three months; we completed the project in 6 days of a week's notice!
  • Cherry picker
  • Completed physical inventory counts each month
  • Audited and corrected discrepancies in inventory numbers
  • Completed daily cycle counts to maintain the accuracy of records
  • Recorded information, shortages, and discrepancies to keep records current and accurate
  • Verified incoming products and checked delivery totals to keep system records current and accurate
  • Worked with supervisors and team members to understand supply needs and bring levels within desired tolerances
  • Managed inventory control for high-volume warehouses with accurate, timely stock replenishment
  • Completed logs and reports detailing production data such as volume, materials used and quality assurance results, helping management make accurate operational decisions
  • Completed stock inventories to identify and address issues negatively impacting controls
  • Used equipment like forklifts and pallet jacks to move inventory
  • Unloaded shipments, reviewed merchandise, and tracked paperwork
  • Developed and implemented a system to track and monitor incoming, outgoing and on-hand inventory
  • Developed and implemented inventory management strategies for improved stock flow
  • Completed inventory accounts to keep records current and promote accurate ordering
  • Recorded daily activities for inventory control
  • Pulled merchandise from inventory storage and documented quantities to maintain accuracy
  • Supervised inventory cycle counting processes, accounting and surplus records, product damages and product returns
  • Executed regular inventory counts and supply audits to monitor shrinkage and generate insights into purchasing decisions
  • Received new stock and input values into computer system
  • Maintained tidy and clean work areas to promote optimal productivity and safety standards
  • Kept work areas neat, clean and free from debris
  • Picked and packed order items
  • Moved merchandise using forklifts, pallet jacks and hand trucks
  • Followed orders precisely for correct items, sizes and quantities
  • Volunteered to assist with projects, demonstrating willingness to learn new tasks and increase skill levels
  • Labeled products, rotated stock and fronted merchandise for appealing display
  • Calculated correct order totals, updated accounts, and maintained detailed records for inventory management
  • Managed timely and effective replacement of damaged or missing products
  • Prepared and checked outbound shipments for accuracy
  • Tracked production and quality control systems to proactively identify deficiencies
  • Kept warehouse areas free of debris and safe for employees with proper storage and maintenance of machinery, tools and supplies
  • Disposed of damaged or defective items or coordinated returns to vendors for covered items
  • Promoted warehouse safety by reporting or resolving safety hazards and observing OSHA guidelines
  • Interacted with guests in friendly and knowledgeable way
  • Stocked shelves, racks and cases with new or transferred merchandise
  • Labeled boxes, crates and containers with accurate order information, destinations and codes to minimize shipping errors
  • Supervised and trained new staff in performing census
  • Collaborated with sales team members to stay current on inventory levels, complete accurate orders, and resolve item issues
  • Kept aisles clear and clean while restocking to prevent accidents and enable others to easily pass by
  • Oversaw warehouse staff and maintained efficiency in fast-paced environment
  • Created and enforced detailed organization processes to increase quality and service standards
  • Moved pallets to and from trucks and around warehouse with forklifts to stay on top of demanding schedules
  • Maintained store assets with effective loss prevention strategies
  • Monitored packaging supply inventory and proactively requisitioned materials to avoid shortages
  • Stocked designated items on shelves, end caps and displays
  • Transported merchandise pallets to move in warehouse
  • Marked stock with identification tags and labels to outline information such as storage locations
  • Stocked shelves to match planogram images and instructions
  • Reviewed printed tickets or digital orders to get item numbers and merchandise locations
  • Monitored raw material costs and fluctuations, sourced new suppliers and identified favorable opportunities
  • Stocked warehouse efficiently by comparing item numbers with storage locations
  • Reported and analyzed inventory data to help management strategically improve pricing and marketing strategies
  • Identified and tracked slow-moving inventory, recommended promotions and determined optimal replacements
  • Reviewed order slips, picked products and staged merchandize to be shipped
  • Coordinated efficient organization, palletizing and transportation of completed packages
  • Moved cardboard, plastic ties and other debris from unboxing to trash
  • Safely and securely loaded items to prevent damage during transport
  • Transported merchandise to sales floor and replenished out-of-stock and low-stock items
  • Updated merchandise pricing to match new values and special promotional rates
  • Collected, analyzed and modeled sales trends and customer preferences data to inform inventory development decisions
  • Orchestrated effective materials management with strong stock rotation strategies, new order placements and shipping inspections
  • Greeted store customers and discussed needs
  • Updated manuals to reflect amending of rates, rules or regulations
  • Greeted customers and directed to requested products
  • Used appropriately sized boxes to pack products with care, minimizing shifting and damage during transport
  • Noted unsafe components inside packages and discussed concerns with supervisors
  • Monitored tasks and staff assignments to deliver projects under-budget and on-time
  • Introduced new scheduling system to improve tracking of actual plant capacity, automating data entry process
  • Planned and scheduled projects and directly performed installations
  • Worked with customers to pack items according to specific desires and requirements
  • Developed plan-o-grams and layouts that maximized sales
  • Located needed merchandise in inventory using Type software and placed on skids for transport to shelves
  • Filled shortages in available goods by requisitioning merchandise from suppliers based on space, demand and current pricing
  • Conducted interviews by following stringent guidelines and confidentiality laws
  • Partnered with merchandising team to create and implement profitable pricing strategies.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Business Management And Leadership

Bellevue University
Bellevue, NE
07.2026

High School Diploma -

John Bartram High School
Philadelphia, PA
06.2002

Skills

  • Receiving
  • Shipping
  • Budgeting
  • Planograms
  • Logistics
  • Inventory Control
  • Business Analysis
  • Merchandising
  • Computer Networking
  • Sales Management
  • Operations Management
  • Negotiation
  • Auditing
  • Leadership
  • Crisis management
  • Performance management
  • Production planning
  • CRM software
  • Microsoft Outlook
  • Computer literacy
  • Basic math
  • English
  • Restaurant experience
  • Supervising experience
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Restaurant management
  • Communication skills
  • Supply Chain
  • Conflict Management
  • Purchasing
  • Quality control (10 years)
  • Budgeting (10 years)
  • Computer skills
  • FIFO
  • Continuous improvement
  • Warehouse management system
  • Warehouse management
  • Strategic Thinking

Accomplishments

  • Microsoft word (7 years)
  • Problem solver (10+ years)
  • Time management (10+ years)training (10+ years)
  • Word (7 years)
  • Sales
  • Business Development (10+ years)
  • Customer Service (10+ years)
  • Powerpoint
  • CRM (10+ years)
  • Management (10+ years)
  • Teamwork (10+ years)
  • Team Management (10+ years)
  • Team Leader (10+ years)
  • Attention to detail (10+ years)
  • Strategic Planning (10+ years)
  • Ordering (10+ years)
  • Training & Development (10+ years)
  • Process Development (10+ years)
  • Process Improvement (10+ years)
  • Public Speaking (7 years)
  • Organizational Leadership (7 years)
  • Policy Development (10+ years)
  • Forecasting (10+ years)
  • Leadership Development (10+ years)

Affiliations

April 2023 to PresentHarvard Mentor ManagerCrisis ManagementApril 2023 to PresentHarvard Mentor Manager

Additional Information

  • Additional Information, Authorized to work in the US for any employer

Timeline

Stock 2 Coach

Walmart Inc.
12.2023 - Current

Ecommerce Inbound/Outbound Lead

Walmart Inc, CSD
09.2022 - Current

Trainer/problem

Walmart
03.2021 - 09.2022

Inventory Specialist

03.2020 - 03.2021

Bachelor of Science - Business Management And Leadership

Bellevue University

High School Diploma -

John Bartram High School

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