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Blake A. Davis

Blake A. Davis

Midland,TX

Summary

Experienced Operations and Procurement Manager with over 17 years of experience in logistics and warehouse management. Excellent reputation for resolving problems, improving customer satisfaction, and driving overall operational improvements. Consistently saved costs while increasing profits. Collaborative leader with dedication to partnering with coworkers to promote engaged, empowering work culture. Documented strengths in building and maintaining relationships with diverse range of stakeholders in dynamic, fast-paced settings.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Vice President of Operations

Corrosion Ltd
Odessa, Dtx
05.2015 - Current
  • Appraised inventory levels daily and ordered new merchandise to keep quantities well-stocked
  • Increased sales by $90,000 by establishing goals, overseeing performance and sales
  • Oversaw and improved produce deliveries worth more than $5,000,000 per year through efficient coordination of logistics and negotiation
  • Supported Executive Team in reviewing, identifying and prioritizing strategic initiatives.
  • Increased company profits through performance optimization strategies and efficiency improvements.

Independent Sales Agent

Aflac
Midland, TX
07.2020 - 12.2022
  • Help to fix pain points with the business
  • Sell supplemental insurance to the business owner or the GM
  • Help the employer with the education of the policy to their employees
  • Help policy owners with claims
  • Placed cold calls to potential customers and follow-up calls to current and past clientele, cultivating long-term relationships to generate referral and repeat business.
  • Conveyed love of products sold and devotion to company, customers and brand in sales presentations to establish credibility and make personal connections with clients.

Warehouse Operations Manager

Corrosion Ltd
Odessa, TX
10.2007 - 01.2015
  • Maintained strong vendor connections at all stages, including arranging pricing and delivery structures and managing specific shipment or paperwork concerns
  • Oversaw upkeep of equipment and physical condition of warehouse, identifying and ordering needed repairs, renovations and replacements
  • Redesigned warehouse layout to accommodate new equipment, maximize space utilization or improve process efficiency
  • Cleaned and maintained warehouse in compliance with OSHA safety standards.
  • Maintained established levels of goods based on sales forecasts and demand to fulfill orders on time
  • All preserve duties
  • Evaluated supplies and product inventory to check for quality and quantity issues and returned unacceptable materials to vendors.

Warehouse Man

Corrosion LTD
Odessa, TX
10.2005 - 01.2007
  • Alternated goods in inventory by observing first-in/first-out approach to keep shelves organized and properly stocked
  • Maintained and repaired facilities, equipment and tools to achieve operational readiness, safety and cleanliness
  • Loaded, unloaded and moved material to and from storage and production areas
  • Transferred inventory to and from target destinations using forklifts and other transportation vehicles
  • Kept warehouse clean and organized to maximize team efficiency and productivity
  • Checked packages and merchandise for damage and quickly notified vendors to request replacements
  • Transferred products of all sizes using overhead cranes, forklifts and other equipment, consistently meeting challenging performance goals
  • Performed general housekeeping and cleaning tasks, including, sweeping, pulling weeds, painting and power washing
  • Kept warehouse stations and equipment in good working order
  • Projects
  • Development of Chemical Blending Facilities
  • Lower operating cost by 25%
  • October 2006
  • Development of Chemical Pump Boxes
  • Increase customer base by 20%
  • New Product Development
  • Allowed for an more effective way of pumping multiple types of chemicals
  • Lower transportation cost 15
  • Followed verbal and written instructions to properly move and ship products.
  • Loaded, unloaded, and sorted cargo as part of accurate and efficient weekly shipments.
  • Kept storage areas organized, clean and secure to fully protect company assets.

Education

BBA - Project Management

SNHU
New Hampton
01.2024

Skills

  • Cost analysis and savings
  • Purchasing and planning
  • Effective leader
  • Relationship building
  • Coaching and mentoring
  • Inventory management
  • Project development
  • Employee scheduling
  • Sales
  • Strategic Vision
  • Process Improvement
  • Project Manager
  • Advanced Problem Solving

Certification

  • Developing Effective Teams (BUS1200) Training - 2022
  • Introduction to Statistics (STAT1001)Training - 2022
  • Project Management (PM1001) Training - 2022
  • Foundations of Statistics (STAT0050) Training - 2022
  • Applied Marketing Strategies Training - 2021
  • Accounting (ACCT1001) Training - 2021
  • Microeconomics (ECON1002 - 2019) Training - 2022
  • Macroeconomics (ECON1001 - 2019) Training - 2022

Timeline

Independent Sales Agent

Aflac
07.2020 - 12.2022

Vice President of Operations

Corrosion Ltd
05.2015 - Current

Warehouse Operations Manager

Corrosion Ltd
10.2007 - 01.2015

Warehouse Man

Corrosion LTD
10.2005 - 01.2007

BBA - Project Management

SNHU
Blake A. Davis