David Lee
Rappahannock Academy,VA
Summary
Seeking a position in your company that will allow the use of my extensive knowledge and experience in warehouse operations to enhance the productivity of a reputable organization. Possess exceptional background in warehouse management, 36 years of overall warehouse and logistical experience, excellent customer service skills and problem-solving ability. Advanced knowledge of reviewing invoices and shipping manifests to ensure accuracy and compliance with company procedures. Excel at coordinating tasks and maintaining efficiency of workflow. Certified driver of various machinery to include cherry pickers, reach forklifts, sit-down forklifts, and stand-up forklifts.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
District Warehouse Manager
Trane Technologies
06.2007 - 06.2024
- Identify opportunities for process improvements within warehouse operations and lead efforts to implement changes
- Conduct regular audits to ensure compliance with standard work processes and procedures, Implement and train employees on 5S methodologies to maintain a clean and organized warehouse
- Develop and manage the training matrix for warehouse staff, conducting regular assessments and testing
- Provide training to store managers on warehouse operations and best practices to improve collaboration between the store and warehouse
- Facilitate and document warehouse problem-solving activities using A3, RAIL, and JDIM methodologies
- Develop and track metrics (RAIL) to constantly improve tier 2 and 3 locations and identify areas for improvement
- Provide input on staffing needs, including new hires, contingent labor, and timely replacements
- Assist with forklift certification and orchestrating forklift rodeo events
- Collaborate with team to optimize warehouse space planning, including layout and input on new locations
- Lead weekly store manager meetings to communicate updates and address concerns
- Coordinate and participate in monthly meetings with Retail Operations Leaders (ROL) and Regional General Managers (RGM)
- Act as the main point of contact for process improvements or changes, ensuring effective communication and follow-up with local teams
- Monitor and analyze freight costs, damage, carriers, and couriers to identify cost-saving opportunities
- Have regular 1:1 meetings with store managers and technicians
- Monitor and report associate turnover and develop employee engagement initiatives and ideas to improve retention rate
- Prepare monthly reports on warehouse operations and contribute to MOR and QOR’s
- Lead quarterly standard work process training sessions for employees Assist with succession planning efforts within each ORG
- Plan for secondary coverage for each position.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
Receiving Checker
CVS Distribution Center
09.1988 - 06.2007
- Developed procedures to transfer freight from a storage facility to two warehouses using an internal software system
- Taught training classes and administered tests
- Supervised hands-on training of new employees
- Authorized freight bills and accepted deliveries from designated drivers
- Operated various forklifts to unload delivery trucks
- Promptly completed unloads with minimal supervision
- Conducted quality assurance checks with freight received and freight bills
- Designated freight to be staged in areas until stored in assigned zones.
Unload Supervisor
Kohl's Department Stores
08.2000 - 10.2005
- Unloaded merchandise using expandable rollers
- Processing receivables
- Ensured prompt merchandise unloading and displaying
- Maintained accurate records of units handled and moved
- Prepared pallets in accordance with warehouse safety guidelines.
Education
Diploma - Computer Information Systems
Caroline High School
Milford, VA06.1988
Skills
- Warehouse Management
- Forklift trainer
- Leadership and supervision
- Staff training Building, motivating, and leading teams
Certification
Forklift Certification
Timeline
District Warehouse Manager
Trane Technologies
06.2007 - 06.2024
Unload Supervisor
Kohl's Department Stores
08.2000 - 10.2005
Receiving Checker
CVS Distribution Center
09.1988 - 06.2007
Diploma - Computer Information Systems
Caroline High School