Barry Martin
Mayfield Lumber Company
Ramer,TN
1
Certification
27
years of professional experience
Detail-oriented Shipping Manager known for strong leadership and effective communication skills. Experienced in inventory management and quality control, committed to ensuring accuracy in shipping operations and fostering client relationships.
Work History
Shipping Manager
26 Years 7 Months- Oversaw daily shipping operations to ensure timely and accurate delivery of lumber products.
- Oversaw inventory management, enhancing stock flow to meet production demands.
- Partnered with logistics providers to optimize transportation processes and decrease costs.
- Led training initiatives for team members on safety standards and best practices in shipping.
- Oversaw daily shipping operations, ensuring timely and accurate delivery of lumber products.
- Managed inventory levels, optimizing stock flow to meet production requirements.
- Prepared shipping documents and invoices, processed payments, and fielded client questions.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by resolving shipment issues promptly and professionally.
- Reduced order errors with thorough quality control checks before dispatching shipments.
- Operated forklifts, lift trucks, and hand trucks to move items around warehouse.
- Negotiated favorable freight rates with carriers, leading to reduced transportation costs.
- Trained and supervised warehouse staff in proper handling techniques for safe loading and unloading of goods.
- Set up local, domestic and international shipments according to postal, shipper and foreign regulations.
- Ensured accurate record-keeping through diligent maintenance of shipment logs and databases.
- Developed strong relationships with suppliers and carriers, ensuring timely delivery of shipments.
- Trained new staff on job duties, company policies, and safety procedures for rapid onboarding.
Education
No Degree - Business Administration
No Degree
Skills
Team leadership
Verbal and written communication
Interactive communication skills
Warehouse operations
Plant operations
Load planning
Shipping documentation
Freight negotiation
Problem-solving
Attention to detail
Reliability
Forklift operations
Daily operations management
Certification
Forklift Certified
Timeline
Shipping Manager
Mayfield Lumber Company
10.1999 - 05.2026Read More
Middle Tennessee State University
No Degree from Business Administration
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McNairy Central High School
No Degree
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