Collin VanDeventer
Elkhart,IN
Summary
Driven Shipping Lead with expertise in shipment verification, inventory management, and staff training. Proven track record of enhancing workflow efficiency and fostering strong relationships with carriers to ensure timely order fulfillment. As well as maintaining and regulating a clean and safe work environment, encouraging growth and improving team cooperation.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Shipping Lead
Bennington Marine
Elkhart, IN
09.2020 - Current
- Oversaw daily shipping operations, ensuring timely and accurate order fulfillment.
- Coordinated logistics with carriers to optimize delivery schedules and reduce costs.
- Mentored team members on best practices for packing and shipping procedures.
- Developed and implemented process improvements that enhanced workflow efficiency.
- Trained staff on safety protocols and equipment usage in shipping department.
- Managed inventory levels, maintaining accuracy in stock records and shipments.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to streamline supply chain processes.
- Reviewed shipping documentation for compliance with regulations and company standards.
- Handled high-volume paperwork and collaborated with administrators to resolve invoicing and shipping problems.
- Maintained strong relationships with shipping carriers such as UPS, FedEx, and DHL.
- Ensured accurate documentation for all shipments, complying with company policies and regulatory requirements.
- Sent booking requests to freight forwarders and generated bills of lading.
- Implemented quality control measures for incoming shipments, minimizing damaged goods and ensuring product integrity.
- Conducted regular audits of shipping processes, identifying areas for improvement and implementing necessary changes.
- Streamlined shipping operations, improving team productivity and reducing overall costs.
- Stayed up to date on freight and shipping practices and regulations.
- Communicated between customers, suppliers, and shipping companies to check on deliveries.
- Developed comprehensive training materials to onboard new team members effectively and efficiently.
- Mentored junior staff, fostering a supportive work environment that encouraged professional growth.
- Increased customer satisfaction through timely shipment processing and proactive communication with clients.
- Expedited urgent orders to meet customer deadlines without compromising accuracy or quality standards.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Accounting And Finance
Purdue University
Fort Wayne, IN05-2020
Skills
- Inventory counts
- Staff training
- Packing supervision
- Shipment verification
- Labeling accuracy
- Transportation planning
- Forklift operation
- Shipping documentation
- Relationship building
- Skid building
Accomplishments
- Supervised team of 12 staff members.
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
Certification
- Licensed First Aid and AED
- Leadership Training through Polaris
- Licensed Forklift Operator
Timeline
Shipping Lead
Bennington Marine
09.2020 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Accounting And Finance
Purdue University