I have worked in shipping and receiving for 23 years. Worked my way up to assistant lead to lead over receiving,shipping, inventory, scheduling trucks.
Schedule trucks for pickup
Inventory for finished goods/raw material
SAP implementer/trainer/tester
Leadership training
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Shipping/Shipping and Receiving Lead
Benjamin Moore Paints
06.2003 - Current
Pulled, verified, and packaged items for shipment.
Maintained positive relationships with representatives of UPS, FedEX, USPS, and DHL shipping companies.
Prepared shipping documents and invoices, processed payments, and fielded client questions.
Operated forklifts, lift trucks, and hand trucks to move items around warehouse.
Conducted counts and audits of inventories to identify and resolve discrepancies in records.
Organized storage areas to optimize materials movements and minimize labor hours.
Monitored and reported on transportation costs and properly filed shipping documents.
Streamlined shipping and receiving processes by implementing an efficient inventory management system.
Reduced order processing time with effective communication between departments for seamless workflow.
Improved warehouse organization for faster order fulfillment, resulting in increased customer satisfaction.
Maintained accurate records of incoming and outgoing shipments, ensuring proper documentation for all transactions.
Implemented safety protocols for warehouse staff, reducing workplace accidents and promoting a safe work environment.
Coordinated cross-functional teams to effectively manage high-volume shipping periods, minimizing errors and delays.
Trained new team members on company policies and procedures, fostering a positive work culture within the department.
Developed strong relationships with suppliers and vendors, ensuring reliable sourcing of quality materials.
Conducted regular audits of inventory levels to maintain accuracy and prevent stockouts or overstock situations.
Established performance metrics for the department, tracking progress towards goals and identifying areas for improvement.
Collaborated with sales team to ensure accurate forecasting of product demand, optimizing inventory levels accordingly.
Initiated process improvements to increase efficiency in the shipping department while maintaining quality control standards.
Managed warehouse space allocation strategically to accommodate changing inventory needs throughout the year.
Led the shipping and receiving team in consistently meeting performance targets, contributing to overall company growth and success.
Boosted inventory and recordkeeping accuracy by conducting thorough inspections and comparing shipment contents with documentation.
Moved shipment materials to and from designated areas using lift and hand trucks.
Utilized forklift or pallet truck to load, unload, transport and store goods.
Processed required paperwork to expedite handling of shipped and received goods.
Monitored inventory to maintain sufficient supply levels to meet business and customer needs.
Inspected incoming and outgoing shipments to identify discrepancies with records.
Rejected damaged items, recorded shortages and corresponded with shippers to rectify issues.
Compared shipping orders and invoices against contents received to verify accuracy.
Worked effectively with shippers to resolve shipment issues, damaged materials and shortages.
Handled day-to-day shipping and receiving overseeing more than [Number] packages per day.
Communicated with carrier representatives, arranging for special deliveries and shipment receipts.
Drafted and managed work and shipping orders, bills of lading, and shipping route materials for accurate and compliant recordkeeping.
Conducted research to address shipping errors and packaging mistakes.
Requisitioned new supplies and maintained storage areas for smooth department operations.
Corresponded with carrier representatives to make arrangements and provide instructions for shipment and delivery of orders.