Charles barnes
Huntsville,AL
Summary
Experienced leader with strong background in guiding teams, managing complex projects, and achieving strategic objectives. Excels in developing efficient processes, ensuring high standards, and aligning efforts with organizational goals. Known for collaborative approach and commitment to excellence.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Route Manager/Inventory Manager
Tate Services
06.2010 - Current
- Oversaw driver and laborer time and attendance to minimize overtime and ascertain drivers did not exceed limits established by regulatory agencies
- Continuously monitored industry trends to inform adjustments in route strategies or operational improvements as needed.
- Developed strong relationships with clients, ensuring consistent communication and timely deliveries.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by resolving service issues promptly and professionally.
- Scheduled, attended and contributed to safety meetings to maintain working relationships and promote maximum morale and productivity.
- Visited customers and customer sites to evaluate and resolve safety issues and seek service alternatives.
- Leveraged systems, equipment and process redesign to drive continuous improvement.
- Maintained accurate records of all routes, deliveries, vehicle inspections, and employee hours for regulatory compliance purposes.
- Reduced fuel costs through strategic route planning and vehicle maintenance.
- Managed a team of drivers, providing training and support to ensure high performance standards were met.
- Streamlined operations by implementing new technologies for tracking vehicles, inventory, and delivery status.
- Improved route efficiency by analyzing and optimizing daily delivery schedules.
- Oversaw fleet maintenance programs to ensure timely repairs were performed while minimizing downtime for vehicles in operation.
- Created and updated regular inventory reports and records.
- Maintained sufficient inventory levels to meet customer demands at all times.
- Analyzed inventory data to identify and address stock discrepancies.
- Participated in regular cycle counts to confirm accuracy of inventory records.
- Labeled, organized and located inventory items in staging areas or on shelves according to quantity, size, or type of material.
- Reduced stock discrepancies with thorough monitoring of inventory levels and timely resolution of issues.
- Developed and implemented policies and procedures for inventory management.
- Maximized storage capacity by effectively organizing warehouse layout and implementing space-saving techniques.
- Strengthened inventory processes to balance supply needs with budget and space limitations.
- Oversaw driver and laborer time and attendance to minimize overtime and ascertain drivers did not exceed limits established by regulatory agencies.
- Monitored daily operations and routes to resolve issues and drive operational effectiveness.
- Planned, distributed, monitored and followed up on daily route assignments to service customers per company standards and agreements.
Education
High School Diploma -
Butler High School
Huntsville, AL05-1988
Skills
- Customer consultation
- Route coordination
- Schedule management
- Staff training
- Fleet management
- Route optimization
- Logistics management
- Time management
- Warehouse organization
- Warehouse operations
- Distribution and warehousing
- Logistics analysis
- Safety protocols
- Route planning
Timeline
Route Manager/Inventory Manager
Tate Services
06.2010 - Current
High School Diploma -
Butler High School
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