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Chris Leeuwenburg

Chris Leeuwenburg

Ballwin,MO

Summary

Seasoned management professional who excels in establishing excellent working relationships with customers, employees, vendors and contractors. Manager dedicated to continuous process improvement in the face of rapidly evolving and changing markets. Extremely results-oriented and proactive in finding cost-effective solutions to company-wide problems. Talented manager possessing in-depth knowledge of retail processes as well as advanced understanding of human resources. Personable and friendly with superb negotiation and presentation skills.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience

Work History

Area Manager

Amazon
Saint Peters, MO
04.2020 - Current
  • Coordinated with shipping companies regarding arrival times, pick-up schedules, and other related matters.
  • Oversaw loading and unloading for trailers and client pick-ups and identified damaged products.
  • Tracked orders using functional systems and coordinated with warehouse workers to ensure proper storage and distribution of products.
  • Monitored employee performance and provided feedback as needed to improve productivity levels.
  • Coordinated and monitored inbound and outgoing deliveries, keeping abreast of delays and other issues.
  • Managed day-to-day logistics operations, monitoring incoming deliveries and overseeing personnel tasks.
  • Complete daily logs for inventory tracking of cargo received and logged discrepancies.
  • Established priorities and assigned tasks to support dock operations.
  • Analyzed data from various sources to identify areas where improvements can be made in order to optimize operations.
  • Supervised the daily operations of the dock, including scheduling and assigning tasks to dock personnel.
  • Developed strategies for improving operational efficiency while reducing costs.
  • Handled departmental scheduling to maintain proper staffing for shifts.
  • Identified opportunities to reduce cost and improve productivity.
  • Consistently met company and department objectives within budget and time constraints.
  • Supervised activities of workers engaged in receiving, storing and shipping products or materials.
  • Provided support and guidance to colleagues to maintain a collaborative work environment.
  • Utilized various software and tools to streamline processes and optimize performance.

Receiving Manager

Cabela's
Hazelwood, MO
10.2018 - 02.2020
  • Kept stockroom free of hazards, working efficiently and properly organized.
  • Assisted with training new employees on proper receiving practices and procedures.
  • Coordinated and monitored inbound and outgoing deliveries, keeping abreast of delays and other issues.
  • Handled departmental scheduling to maintain proper staffing for shifts.
  • Managed day-to-day logistics operations, monitoring incoming deliveries and overseeing personnel tasks.
  • Organized storage areas to maximize movement and minimize labor.
  • Supervised activities of workers engaged in receiving, storing and shipping products or materials.

Merchandise Manager/Membership Manager

Sam's Club
St. Louis, MO
08.2010 - 03.2017
  • Drove merchandise sales of $70,000,000 - $90,000,000
  • Managed membership revenue of $1,700,000- 2,100,000
  • Increased sales over $1,000,000 per fiscal year
  • Increased membership revenue over $100,000 per fiscal year
  • Achieved membership retention of over 90%
  • Managed facility operations (sales floor, receiving parking lot and grounds, professional services, tire and battery center, jewelry, and photo), including ensuring asset protection, inventory control, member service, safety, and compliance

Membership Manager

Sam's Club
St. Louis, MO
08.2003 - 08.2004
  • Managed membership revenue of $1,800,000
  • Managed membership base of over 55,000 members
  • Achieved membership retention of over 88%
  • Oversaw the implementation of and participated in community outreach programs that donated over $20,000 in cash donations each year

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Political Science

Purdue University
West Lafayette, IN

Skills

  • Personnel management
  • New product introductions
  • Recruitment and talent development
  • Process improvement
  • Customer relations
  • Inventory control
  • Project controls
  • Strategic planning
  • Budgeting and finance
  • Inventory management
  • Stock replenishment
  • SOP enforcement
  • Seasonal planning
  • Shipment processing
  • Sales floor resets

Phone Numbers

Cell:636-579-1525 Home: 636-207-1079

Timeline

Area Manager

Amazon
04.2020 - Current

Receiving Manager

Cabela's
10.2018 - 02.2020

Merchandise Manager/Membership Manager

Sam's Club
08.2010 - 03.2017

Membership Manager

Sam's Club
08.2003 - 08.2004

Bachelor of Arts - Political Science

Purdue University

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