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Daniel Lawson

Miami

Summary

With over 20 years of experience in warehouse operations, specializing in dry and cold storage, I have developed a strong expertise in inventory control, truckload routing, and managing complex workflows. My leadership experience includes managing teams of up to 120 associates and 5 supervisors while optimizing efficiency and ensuring compliance with safety regulations. Reliable professional with positive attitude and dedication to deliver quality in all operational activities. Experienced leading warehouse teams to accurately fulfill orders. Displaying articulate communication skills and effectively partnering with management teams. Skilled in leading operations within transportation, storage, and distribution sectors. Offer solid experience in optimizing supply chain logistics, managing warehouse operations, and implementing cost-saving strategies. Strong in team leadership, operational analysis, and problem-solving to enhance efficiency and reduce overheads. Contributed to significant process improvements in previous roles, ensuring timely delivery and inventory accuracy.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Operations Shipping Manager

Harvest Sherwood Foods
01.2022 - Current
  • Company Overview: Atlanta Division
  • Oversee all aspects of the shipping and receiving processes, ensuring the efficient handling of materials and products
  • Supervise employees, manage job assignments, and maintain accurate shipping records and reports
  • Supervise, train, and recruit warehouse and shipping staff
  • Ensure compliance with safety regulations for personnel and inventory
  • Monitor and verify the accuracy of shipping processes, including document creation (BOLs, hold tags, etc.)
  • Manage finished goods inventory, ensuring products are shipped correctly and hold products are properly handled
  • Address and resolve issues related to inventory control, including shipping shortages and overages
  • Establish and maintain operational procedures for inbound/outbound shipments and inventory management
  • Collaborate with department heads to align warehouse functions with company operations
  • Optimize workforce scheduling to maximize productivity and resource utilization
  • Oversee capital expenditures for equipment and supplies
  • Manage both in-house and off-site inventory, including outbound logistics scheduling
  • Train staff on standard operating procedures (SOPs), workplace safety, process specifications (PS), and quality control procedures (QCP)
  • Provide support to colleagues as needed
  • Participate in staff and business meetings
  • Perform additional tasks and special projects as required
  • Atlanta Division

Warehouse Coordinator

Performance Food Group
12.2020 - 01.2022
  • Optimize truckloads for 90% capacity utilization
  • Build and schedule loads efficiently to meet strict timelines
  • Resolve load shortages and ensure inventory accuracy before dispatch
  • Oversee selection processes to guarantee timely invoicing before drivers’ shifts

Operations Manager – Export and Domestic Sales

Harvest Sherwood Foods
06.2014 - 02.2020
  • Company Overview: Miami Division
  • Managed daily operations for both cruise line and domestic sectors
  • Led biweekly staff meetings to review performance and set goals
  • Coordinated the timely routing and departure of domestic sales orders
  • Submitted weekly productivity and shipment reports to senior leadership
  • Scheduled workforce deployment and controlled labor costs by reducing staff during slow periods
  • Supervised cruise line inspections and U.S
  • Customs Bonded processes
  • Recruited, trained, and managed direct hires and agency staff
  • Collaborated with the VP of Operations to streamline warehousing processes
  • Trained clerical staff in billing procedures for improved efficiency
  • Ensured special customer requests were met and maintained OSHA compliance through regular inspections
  • Conducted mid-year and annual performance reviews for all staff
  • Miami Division

Operations Manager

Harvest Sherwood Foods
09.2011 - 06.2014
  • Company Overview: Miami Division
  • Promoted to Operations Manager
  • Ensured timely picking and staging of all cruise line orders
  • Coordinated team movements between domestic and cruise line operations
  • Managed USDA and USDC inspections and compliance with customs regulations
  • Oversaw the delivery of heat-treated pallets to major cruise lines
  • Optimized staff assignments based on capabilities and productivity
  • Miami Division

Education

College - Agricultural Engineering

ABAC College
Tifton, GA
01.2006

Some College (No Degree) - Business Analytics

Miami Dade Community
Miami, Florida
01-2002

High School -

Miami Central Senior High School
Miami, FL
01-2001

Skills

  • Inventory management
  • Shipping logistic
  • Warehouse operations
  • Data analysis
  • Quality control
  • Team leadership
  • Employee training
  • Department housekeeping
  • Route optimization
  • Effective communication
  • Shipping coordination
  • Problem solving
  • Resource planning
  • Time management
  • MS office
  • Shipping processes
  • Staff training
  • Logistics coordination
  • Problem resolution
  • Workforce scheduling

References

  • Scott Meier, Harvest Sherwood Foods, Southeast Regional Director, 954-899-4230
  • Reginald Richardson, Medline Medical Supplies, Miami, FL, 786-357-6417
  • Bernard Davis, Harvest Sherwood, Operations Director, Atlanta, GA, 803-537-9060
  • Pedro Lopez, Earth Fresh, Operations Director, Atlanta, GA, 305-331-9222

Application

Good Day, I am writing to express my interest in the Operation Manager position at your company. With over 20 years of experience in warehouse operations, specializing in dry and cold storage, I have developed a strong expertise in inventory control, truckload routing, and managing complex workflows. My leadership experience includes managing teams of up to 120 associates and 5 supervisors while optimizing efficiency and ensuring compliance with safety regulations. In my current role as Operations Shipping Manager at Harvest Sherwood Foods Atlanta Division, I oversee all aspects of shipping and receiving, ensuring seamless operations and inventory accuracy. My ability to anticipate and resolve operational challenges has consistently improved efficiency and performance. I take a hands-on leadership approach, fostering a team-oriented environment that drives productivity. I am excited about the opportunity to bring my skills and experience to your business and contribute to its success. I welcome the chance to discuss how my background aligns with your company’s needs. Thank you for your time and consideration I look forward to your response.

Timeline

Operations Shipping Manager

Harvest Sherwood Foods
01.2022 - Current

Warehouse Coordinator

Performance Food Group
12.2020 - 01.2022

Operations Manager – Export and Domestic Sales

Harvest Sherwood Foods
06.2014 - 02.2020

Operations Manager

Harvest Sherwood Foods
09.2011 - 06.2014

College - Agricultural Engineering

ABAC College

Some College (No Degree) - Business Analytics

Miami Dade Community

High School -

Miami Central Senior High School
Daniel Lawson