Job Search Status
Open to workDesired start date: 2 weeks notice
Desired Job Title
Shipping ManagerWork Type
Full TimeLocation Preference
On-SiteRemoteLocation: West Jordan, UT, USWest Jordan, UT
Open to relocation: No
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Andrew Wood
Shipping Manager
West Jordan,UT
Work Preference
Summary
Dynamic Shipping Manager with a proven track record at enhancing delivery efficiency and reducing costs through strategic negotiation and process improvements. Skilled in shipping documentation and team leadership, I foster positive relationships with carriers while ensuring compliance and optimizing warehouse operations for superior customer satisfaction.
Results-oriented, with proven ability to exceed targets and drive success in fast-paced environments. Combines strategic thinking with hands-on experience to deliver impactful solutions and enhance organizational performance.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Shipping Manager
Nutrix International, LLC.
Salt Lake City, UT
08.2024 - Current
- Coordinated shipping schedules to optimize delivery efficiency and reduce delays.
- Managed inventory levels using advanced tracking systems (WMS) to ensure timely order fulfillment.
- Helped develop and implement standard operating procedures for shipping operations.
- Prepared shipping documents such as Bills of Lading and Packing Lists, while fielding customer questions and helping to resolve any concerns.
- Operated forklifts, lift trucks, and hand trucks to move items around warehouse.
- Maintained positive relationships with representatives of ABF, UPS, FedEx and Forward Air shipping companies.
- Handled high-volume paperwork and collaborated with administrators to resolve invoicing and shipping problems.
- Negotiated favorable freight rates with carriers, leading to reduced transportation costs.
- Resolved shipping discrepancies by investigating issues and coordinating corrective actions promptly.
- Trained new staff on shipping processes and compliance regulations to enhance team performance.
- Conducted counts and audits of inventories to identify and resolve discrepancies in records.
- Lead team of four employees packaging, palletizing and shipping up to five full-truck loads and multiple LTL shipments per day.
Shipping Coordinator
Hunter Douglas Fabrication
Salt Lake City, UT
04.2021 - 07.2024
- Managed documentation for shipments, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
- Collaborated with carriers to negotiate freight rates and improve shipping costs.
- Oversaw warehouse crew preparing loads and filling trucks.
- Generated end-of-day reports covering shipments, productivity, and inventory totals.
- Reviewed paperwork to determine priorities and set schedules.
- Supported continuous improvement initiatives within the organization by participating in process improvement projects related to logistics; including Six-Sigma training.
- Facilitated smooth transitions during periods of high volume by effectively reallocating resources within the team and multiple shifts.
- Enhanced communication with management regarding order status and shipping details.
- Worked effectively with shippers to resolve shipment issues, damaged materials and shortages.
- Packed, secured, labeled and applied postage to materials to prepare items for shipment.
- Requisitioned new supplies and maintained storage areas for smooth department operations.
- Utilized forklift or pallet truck to load, unload, transport and store goods.
- Moved shipment materials to and from designated areas using lift and hand trucks.
Loading Dock Worker
Albertsons Distribution Center
Salt Lake City, UT
10.2018 - 01.2021
- Operated forklifts and pallet jacks to efficiently move products within loading dock area.
- Conducted thorough inspections outgoing shipments to ensure accuracy and quality.
- Collaborated with team members to optimize loading processes, reducing turnaround times significantly.
- Monitored loading dock activities to ensure compliance with safety standards and company policies.
- Enhanced loading dock efficiency by streamlining and organizing work processes.
- Increased safety on the loading dock by implementing strict adherence to safety protocols and guidelines.
- Minimized product damages through careful handling of merchandise during the loading process.
- Adapted quickly to changing priorities or challenges within the workspace, demonstrating flexibility and resilience under pressure.
- Operated various types of warehouse equipment, such as forklifts and pallet jacks, resulting in timely completion of tasks.
- Maintained clean and organized work areas, contributing to a safer working environment.
- Effectively prioritized tasks based on shipment schedules, ensuring efficient use of time and resources.
- Loaded trucks in a timely manner, meeting or exceeding customer delivery expectations during global pandemic.
- Used hand-held scanners and physical logs to accurately track item movements.
- Prevented load shifting or damage by using bracing and strapping techniques.
Senior Operations Lead
Easton-Bell Sports / Performance Sports Group
Salt Lake City, UT
06.2011 - 10.2018
- Oversaw daily operations, ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulations.
- Led cross-functional teams to implement process improvements, reducing operational delays.
- Implemented quality control measures, increasing product reliability and customer satisfaction.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction rates by optimizing order fulfillment processes and addressing customer inquiries promptly.
- Coordinated with multiple departments to optimize workflows, streamline communication channels, and improve overall efficiency within the organization.
- Established a culture of continuous improvement by regularly reviewing operations, identifying areas for optimization, and implementing necessary changes.
- Maintained accurate inventory records that reduced stock discrepancies significantly.
- Enhanced workplace safety protocols through thorough risk assessment; trained on programs to educate staff on proper procedures that minimized accidents onsite.
- Assisted in recruiting, hiring and training of team members.
- Trained and guided team members to maintain high productivity and performance standards.
- Tracked employee attendance and punctuality, addressing repeat problems quickly to prevent long-term habits.
- Ensured building stability and security by utilizing alarm and lock down procedures.
- Dynamic problem solver who proactively identified potential bottlenecks in operations workflow; implemented corrective actions that resulted in optimized output.
Education
High School Diploma -
Ben Lomond High School
Ogden, UT06-1996
Skills
- Team leadership
- Verbal and written communication
- Interactive communication skills
- Warehouse operations
- Microsoft Excel
- Staff leadership
- Plant operations
- Materials inspections
- Load planning
- Shipping documentation
- International shipping
Timeline
Shipping Manager
Nutrix International, LLC.
08.2024 - Current
Shipping Coordinator
Hunter Douglas Fabrication
04.2021 - 07.2024
Loading Dock Worker
Albertsons Distribution Center
10.2018 - 01.2021
Senior Operations Lead
Easton-Bell Sports / Performance Sports Group
06.2011 - 10.2018
High School Diploma -
Ben Lomond High School