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David Griffin

Nettleton,MS

Summary

Resourceful Inventory Specialist driven to maximize customer engagement and sales revenues. Organized team player adept at multitasking on complex assignments in challenging, fast-paced environments.

Effective at leading purchasing, auditing and reporting activities for facilities. Proficient in the field inventory requirements and best practices.

Driven inventory coordinator with several years of product purchasing and supply chain management experience. Skilled in managing paperwork, inventory counts and documentation. Known for long-term planning without sacrificing day-to-day functionality.

Resourceful Inventory Coordinator recognized for productivity and efficient completion of tasks. Possess specialized skills in inventory management, supply chain optimization, and data analysis. Excel in problem-solving, communication, and teamwork, ensuring smooth operational flow and inventory accuracy.

Proven skills in receiving, moving and stocking merchandise. Efficient, accurate, and hardworking team player knowledgeable about grocery stocking and rotation procedures. Comfortable lifting up to 50 pounds.

Methodical Inventory Coordinator with a detail-oriented and organized mentality. Adept at handling high inventory volumes in busy settings with demanding objectives. Familiar with operating equipment such as forklifts and order pickers to move inventory.

Outgoing student pursuing flexible part-time employment with weekend and evening shift options.

Results-oriented individual with a passion for continuous learning and innovation. Known for leveraging analytical thinking and creativity to solve problems and deliver high-impact solutions in fast-paced environments.

Results-driven individual with a solid track record in delivering quality work. Known for excellent communication and teamwork abilities, with a commitment to achieving company goals and delivering exceptional service. Passionate about continuous learning and professional development.

Committed job seeker with a history of meeting company needs with consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand.

Hardworking employee with customer service, multitasking, and time management abilities. Devoted to giving every customer a positive and memorable experience.

Experienced and dependable general worker with a proven track record of efficiently completing tasks in various settings. Skilled in manual labor, equipment operation, and maintaining a clean and organized workspace. Safety-conscious with a strong work ethic and the ability to adapt to different environments. Ready to contribute to a dynamic team and make a positive impact.

Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

Inventory Coordinator

Peak Living
Pontotoc, Mississippi
07.2024 - 12.2024
  • Oversaw the receiving, storing, and issuing of stock to ensure efficiency.
  • Ensured compliance with industry regulations and standards regarding inventory management.
  • Identified unproductive inventory for disposition, optimizing stock productivity.
  • Managed returns from vendors and updated appropriate documents accordingly.
  • Reviewed purchase orders against invoices to ensure items were received correctly.
  • Performed inventory cycle counting and identified discrepancies.
  • Coordinated inventory, stocking and ordering.
  • Managed movement of materials and product through production.
  • Monitored stocking areas to adjust volumes and storage requirements driven by production activity.
  • Analyzed inventory trends to forecast future needs and prevent overstock.
  • Inspected incoming materials for damage.
  • Completed routine maintenance and repair.

Sales Associate

Dollar General
Belden, Mississippi
12.2023 - 04.2024
  • Demonstrated product features and benefits for customers' needs.
  • Maintained knowledge of current promotions, exchange guidelines, payment policies, and security practices.
  • Answered store and merchandise questions and led customers to wanted items.
  • Completed daily recovery tasks to keep areas clean and neat for maximum productivity.
  • Processed returns, exchanges, and refunds in accordance with company policies.
  • Collected payments and provided accurate change.
  • Restocked shelves as needed to ensure sufficient inventory levels.
  • Performed floor moves, merchandising, display maintenance and housekeeping to keep sales areas well-stocked, organized and current.
  • Processed credit card transactions quickly and securely.
  • Greeted customers to determine wants or needs.
  • Bagged or packaged purchases and wrapped gifts.
  • Engaged customers in friendly, professional dialogue to determine needs.
  • Received and displayed product shipments on store retail shelves upon delivery.
  • Stocked shelves and supplies and organized displays to focus customer attention on specific items.
  • Greeted customers and provided exceptional customer service.
  • Answered customer inquiries regarding product features, pricing, and availability.
  • Cleaned shelves, counters and tables to maintain organized store.
  • Recommended, selected and located merchandise based on customer desires.
  • Unboxed new merchandise and restocked shelves in appealing and organized arrangements to promote items.
  • Assisted customers with product selection, sizing and styling.
  • Managed inventory and supplies to ensure materials were available when needed.

Lumber Sales Associate

Lowes Home Improvment
Tupelo, Mississippi
06.2022 - 11.2023
  • Provided support during peak periods by working additional hours as needed.
  • Maintained records related to sales for store management.
  • Opened and closed cash registers by counting money, separating charge slips and balancing drawers.
  • Performed daily stock checks to ensure adequate supply of products.
  • Greeted customers and provided assistance with lumber selection.
  • Operated forklifts to unload lumber from delivery trucks.
  • Built relationships with vendors in order to negotiate better prices.
  • Operated forklifts to pick customer orders in bulk areas.
  • Answered customer inquiries regarding product features, pricing, and availability.
  • Greeted customers to determine wants or needs.
  • Stocked shelves and supplies and organized displays to focus customer attention on specific items.
  • Handled returns and exchanges according to company policies.
  • Cleaned shelves, counters and tables to maintain organized store.
  • Recommended, selected and located merchandise based on customer desires.
  • Managed inventory and supplies to ensure materials were available when needed.

Sales Associate

Home Depot
Tupelo, Mississippi
05.2020 - 04.2021
  • Demonstrated product features and benefits for customers' needs.
  • Maintained knowledge of current promotions, exchange guidelines, payment policies, and security practices.
  • Answered store and merchandise questions and led customers to wanted items.
  • Attended weekly team meetings to review performance goals and objectives.
  • Completed daily recovery tasks to keep areas clean and neat for maximum productivity.
  • Restocked shelves as needed to ensure sufficient inventory levels.
  • Watched for and recognized security risks and thefts to prevent or handle situations.
  • Performed floor moves, merchandising, display maintenance and housekeeping to keep sales areas well-stocked, organized and current.
  • Greeted customers to determine wants or needs.
  • Engaged customers in friendly, professional dialogue to determine needs.
  • Received and displayed product shipments on store retail shelves upon delivery.
  • Stocked shelves and supplies and organized displays to focus customer attention on specific items.
  • Organized stockroom shelves according to size, color or style.
  • Helped customers find specific products, answered questions, and offered product advice.
  • Assessed customer needs to provide assistance and information on product features.
  • Approached customers and engaged in conversation through use of effective interpersonal and people skills.
  • Operated a variety of machinery and tools safely and efficiently.

Remodeler

Walmart
Tupelo, Mississippi
01.2017 - 04.2020
  • Constructed decks from composite lumber or pressure-treated wood.
  • Fabricated metal components for furniture pieces out of steel tubing or other metals.
  • Repaired plumbing fixtures such as sinks, toilets and showers.
  • Installed flooring material such as tile, hardwood or laminate floors.
  • Worked productively as lead or helping team member to drive customer satisfaction.
  • Built custom shelving units utilizing power tools such as saws, drills and sanders.
  • Worked effectively in team environments to make the workplace more productive.
  • Completed routine maintenance and repair.

CAP Team 2 Associate

Walmart
Tupelo, Mississippi
01.2017 - 11.2019
  • Created presentations outlining key insights derived from customer feedback surveys conducted by the company related to itsCAPTeam2program.
  • Helped customers on floor with locating, reaching and selecting merchandise.
  • Recovered products from multiple departments and returned to correct sales floor locations.
  • Kept work areas clean, neat and organized for optimal productivity and worker safety.
  • Staged merchandise for easy movement to storage locations or straight to sales floor for restocking.
  • Provided technical support to customers regarding CAP Team 2 systems, applications, and processes.
  • Assisted customers with locating items on sales floor and in backroom storage areas.
  • Increased efficiency through carefully planned workflow.
  • Stocked shelves, racks, and bins with new or transferred merchandise.
  • Coordinated well-organized restocking to present attractive, full shelves for customers.
  • Used inventory management systems and completed bin audits.
  • Set up and maintained modular displays and aisleway stacks to move targeted merchandise.
  • Packed and unpacked items, checking breakables before stocking on shelves.
  • Designed layouts of floors, shelves and displays in order to optimize sales.
  • Stocked shelves with merchandise to ensure availability of products for customers.
  • Stored and organized items in tool or supply rooms, allowing for easy retrieval.
  • Operated forklift and pallet jack to transport heavy loads.
  • Maintained, cleaned and organized backroom according to company policy.

Tire Sorter

Cooper Tire
Tupelo, MS
03.2015 - 11.2017
  • Adhered strictly to workplace safety regulations while operating heavy machinery.
  • Operated forklifts to move tires from storage areas to sorting stations.
  • Inspected incoming tires for quality assurance purposes.
  • Checked tires for defects such as punctures, cracks, or uneven wear patterns.
  • Followed detailed instructions from supervisors when performing job duties.

Paper Route Carrier

Daily Journal
Tupelo, Mississippi
07.2012 - 11.2014
  • Recorded deliveries and daily sales transactions.
  • Identified prospective customers by using business directories and following leads from existing clients.
  • Delivered newspapers to customers on a daily basis.
  • Inserted fliers or promotional materials and bagged newspapers to keep content intact.
  • Refilled vending machines and removed outdated food products.
  • Resolved customers' complaints regarding products or services.
  • Resolved conflicts between customers over missed deliveries or payment disputes.
  • Exercised time management skills to deliver newspapers within pre-established timeframe.
  • Maintained records pertaining to driving expenses, mileage, gasoline, oil and tire changes.

Line Worker

United Furniture Industries
Okolona, Mississippi
03.2009 - 04.2011
  • Assisted in troubleshooting problems with machines or equipment on the production line.
  • Moved items between machines, conveyors and transport equipment to meet production needs.
  • Demonstrated proper work practices to accomplish key performance indicators.
  • Used established assembly instructions to complete jobs.
  • Worked closely with other members of the team to meet deadlines and goals set by management.
  • Operated a variety of machinery and tools safely and efficiently.
  • Followed safety protocols while operating heavy machinery on the production line.
  • Helped achieve team goals by rotating production lines and daily duties to meet demand.

Line Supplier

United Furniture Industries
Amory, Mississippi
03.2009 - 04.2010
  • Ensured that all machinery was functioning properly before beginning a job run.
  • Negotiated contracts with vendors to secure better pricing and terms.
  • Collaborated with management team to design solutions for operational challenges.
  • Kept supply and demand in balance to support production goals and optimize volume.

Education

High School Diploma -

New Albany High School
New Albany, MS
05-2009

Skills

  • Barcode scanning
  • Packaging management
  • Loss prevention
  • Warehouse operations
  • Order processing
  • Stock counts
  • Stock replenishment
  • Warehouse organization
  • Product identification
  • Requisitions management
  • Palletizing
  • Warehouse picking
  • Inventory staging
  • Dock operations
  • Customer Service-oriented
  • Certified forklift operator
  • Heavy equipment operations
  • Loading and unloading
  • Pallet stacking
  • Stock management
  • Weight distribution
  • Staging and sorting
  • Flatbeds and utility beds
  • Shipping and receiving
  • Heavy lifting
  • Team player
  • Stock rotation
  • Dock work
  • Customer focused
  • General laborer
  • Inventory counts
  • Order picking
  • Problem-solving
  • Equipment maintenance
  • Inventory control
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Deadline driven
  • Safety awareness
  • Hand-eye coordination

Timeline

Inventory Coordinator

Peak Living
07.2024 - 12.2024

Sales Associate

Dollar General
12.2023 - 04.2024

Lumber Sales Associate

Lowes Home Improvment
06.2022 - 11.2023

Sales Associate

Home Depot
05.2020 - 04.2021

Remodeler

Walmart
01.2017 - 04.2020

CAP Team 2 Associate

Walmart
01.2017 - 11.2019

Tire Sorter

Cooper Tire
03.2015 - 11.2017

Paper Route Carrier

Daily Journal
07.2012 - 11.2014

Line Worker

United Furniture Industries
03.2009 - 04.2011

Line Supplier

United Furniture Industries
03.2009 - 04.2010

High School Diploma -

New Albany High School
David Griffin