Seasoned Operations/Distribution Manager with comprehensive background in logistics and supply chain management. Proven ability in streamlining distribution processes, enhancing efficiency, and controlling inventory. Strengths include strategic planning, team leadership, cost control, and problem-solving skills. Notable impact in previous work includes significant reduction of operational costs while maintaining optimal service levels.
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CA R L T O N D A V I S
Mableton,USA
Summary
Overview
20
years of professional experience
4
years of post-secondary education
Work History
ResMedLithia Springs, GA
Distribution Manager
05.2023 - Current
Job overview
- Responsible for increasing Production from below company standard to reaching above average goals moving the DC in positive net gross margin
- Managed daily distribution operations to ensure timely delivery of medical devices.
- Coordinated logistics and inventory management using advanced warehouse management systems.
- Oversaw team performance and provided mentoring to improve workflow efficiency.
- Implemented safety protocols to maintain compliance with health regulations and standards.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to streamline supply chain processes and communications.
- Analyzed distribution metrics to identify areas for process improvement and cost reduction.
- Facilitated regular team meetings to address challenges and enhance team collaboration efforts.
- Prepared shipping documents such as bill of lading, invoices and packing slips.
- Supported senior leadership by accurately reporting monthly and annual sales, P&L and staff efficiency reports.
DHL E-Commerce SolutionsMableton, GA
Operations Manager
07.2021 - 05.2023
Job overview
- Evaluated the quality of materials and products to meet total quality management standards.
- Collaborated with QA, finance, HR and safety to meet production levels.
- Maintained production equipment in optimal operating condition.
- Fosters an environment that harbors continuous improvement and the elimination of non-value-added steps
- Establishes goals which meet or exceed departmental objectives
- Hold weekly safety observations to ensure staff is meeting company safety standards
- Monitor production and operational reports utilizing HighJump WMS
- Monitor Dollar variances for blackout/ Quarter End
- Foster communication and teamwork among staff to collaborate with member of department team to ensure successful customer outcomes
- Manages the coordination if activities within the department with responsibility of cost, methods, and employees
- Leads department in continual forward development through a understanding of the business objectives and planned growth
- Monitor Pick/Pack operations for daily, monthly and quarterly SLA 's and schedule outbound shipments
- Managed daily plan effectively to consistently exceed expectations for productivity and accuracy.
- Manage production, quality process and transportation in accordance with DHL's policies and procedures to obtain optimal profitability
- Coordinate the receiving and shipment of Air Cargo containers via Ramp
- Ensure a high level of staff morale and high retention rate
- Establish weekly operations plans to ensure all customer volume is processed in a timely manner
- Recommend measures to improve production methods, working conditions, and increased efficiencies
- Oversaw daily operations for efficient package processing and delivery.
- Managed staff scheduling to optimize workforce availability and productivity.
- Implemented process improvements to enhance workflow efficiency and reduce delays.
- Developed standard operating procedures for consistent operational practices.
- Supervised day-to-day workflow of employees in order to maximize productivity and maintain quality standards.
Kuhne + NagelForest Park, GA
Warehouse Operations Supervisor /Inventory Supervisor
03.2019 - 07.2021
Job overview
- Coordinate and ensure all safety and regulatory compliance needs are met for internal and external powered equipment
- Monitor and ensure that all facility equipment is working correctly and meeting production standards.
- Monitored processes, identified gaps and resolved operational issues to correct organizational deficiencies.
- Managed team of 80 employees with consistent record of accomplishment in achieving operational goals.
- Anticipated operational needs for cost-effective labor scheduling.
- Oversaw daily operations with practiced eye, focusing on efficiency, team collaboration and process improvements.
- Monitored and adjusted staff schedules based on changing operational demand.
- Streamlined processes by introducing new technologies and operational procedures.
- Managed budget allocations, reducing unnecessary expenses to increase profitability.
- Supervised staff recruitment, training, and development to build a high-performing team.
- Administer and oversee the daily operation of the warehouse including processing, packaging and storage of supplies, materials, and equipment
- Oversee receipt, storage, inventory, audit, and shipment of materials and related reporting in accordance with Standard Operation Practices (SOPs) for warehouse functions
- Coach and mentor team members in the areas of productivity, quality, safety and Medline Core Values
- Strong knowledge of warehouse Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
- Maintains a safe and healthy work environment by complying with OSHA laws.
- Developed strategies to increase team productivity while maintaining high safety standards.
- Maintained accurate records of employee hours worked, incidents reported, and materials handled.
- Monitored worker performance, providing feedback and coaching to improve efficiency.
- Implemented inventory control measures to track supplies, tools, and materials effectively.
- Supervised and coordinated activities of workers engaged in moving, loading, and unloading materials.
- Resolved conflicts among team members, promoting a positive work environment.
- Conducted daily briefings to assign tasks and discuss safety measures with team members.
- Scheduled shifts and managed time-off requests to maintain optimal staffing levels.
Owens & Minor Inc.Ashland , Virginia
Inventory Manager/Warehouse Manager
02.2005 - 01.2019
Job overview
- Strengthened inventory processes to balance supply needs with budget and space limitations.
- Collaborated with purchasing and production to maintain levels of quality and on-hand inventory.
- Labeled, organized and located inventory items in staging areas or on shelves according to quantity, size, or type of material.
- Built and nurtured positive working relationships with vendors and suppliers.
Education
Albany State UniversityAlbany, GA
Bachelor of Science from Business Management
Jul.2000 - Dec.2004 (4 education.years_Label & 5 education.months_Label)
University Overview
Skills
- EXCELLENT PROBLEM SOLVING SKILLS
- ANALYTICAL THINKING
- PROCESS IMPROVEMENT
- OPERATIONAL EFFICIENCY
- COST REDUCTION
- QUALITY ASSURANCE
- FORECASTING
- CROSS-FUNCTIONAL TEAM LEADERSHIP
- STRATEGIC PLANNING
- TEAM BUILDING
- PROBLEM SOLVING
- Production planning
- Inventory management
- Warehouse operations
- Supply chain management
- Cost reduction strategies
Accomplishments
Accomplishments
- Evaluated the quality of materials and products to meet total quality management standards.
- Collaborated with QA, finance, HR and safety to meet production levels.
- Maintained production equipment in optimal operating condition.
- Fosters an environment that harbors continuous improvement and the elimination of non-value-added steps.
- Establishes goals which meet or exceed departmental objectives.
- Hold weekly safety observations to ensure staff is meeting company safety standards.
- Monitor production and operational reports utilizing HighJump WMS.
- Monitor Dollar variances for blackout/ Quarter End.
- Foster communication and teamwork among staff to collaborate with member of department team to ensure successful customer outcomes.
- Manages the coordination of activities within the department with responsibility of cost, methods, and employees.
- Leads department in continual forward development through an understanding of the business objectives and planned growth.
- Monitor Pick/Pack operations for daily, monthly and quarterly SLA's and schedule outbound shipments.
- Managed daily plan effectively to consistently exceed expectations for productivity and accuracy.
- Manage production, quality process and transportation in accordance with DHL's policies and procedures to obtain optimal profitability.
- Coordinate the receiving and shipment of Air Cargo containers via Ramp.
- Ensure a high level of staff morale and high retention rate.
- Establish weekly operations plans to ensure all customer volume is processed in a timely manner.
- Recommend measures to improve production methods, working conditions, and increased efficiencies.
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Timeline
Distribution Manager
ResMed
05.2023 - Current
Operations Manager
DHL E-Commerce Solutions
07.2021 - 05.2023
Warehouse Operations Supervisor /Inventory Supervisor
Kuhne + Nagel
03.2019 - 07.2021
Inventory Manager/Warehouse Manager
Owens & Minor Inc.
02.2005 - 01.2019
Albany State University
Bachelor of Science from Business Management
Jul.2000 - Dec.2004 (4 education.years_Label & 5 education.months_Label)
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