David Saifuku
Highland Park,IL
Summary
Results-driven Warehouse leader with 14 years of experience delivering exceptional business outcomes through strategic enhancements, supply chain optimization, and team leadership. Proven ability to implement data-driven enhancements, streamline and maximize operational efficiency using Oracle/IQMS. Expert in fostering collaborative, high-performance environments, with a relentless focus on quality, safety, and cost control. Consistently recognized for exceeding KPIs, reducing errors and driving transformative change in warehouse management.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Warehouse Manager
Leviton Manufacturing Co. Inc.
08.2019 - 09.2024
- Optimized transportation logistics, securing reliable carriers at competitive rates for efficient delivery times.
- Kept documentation and records accurate and up-to-date with latest data to prevent errors in processing or delivery.
- Identified opportunities for cost savings in procurement, renegotiating supplier contracts or seeking alternative sources when necessary.
- Conducted periodic audits of inventory levels to ensure accuracy, identifying discrepancies for swift resolution.
Shipping Warehouse Supervisor
Leviton Manufacturing Co. Inc.
03.2016 - 09.2019
- Reduced shipping errors and increased customer satisfaction through thorough quality control checks.
- Managed team of warehouse employees, fostering a collaborative and positive work environment.
- Collaborated closely with other departments to address any concerns or issues related to product availability or shipment delays.
- Conducted periodic audits of inventory levels to ensure accuracy, identifying discrepancies for swift resolution.
- Redesigned warehouse layout to accommodate new equipment, maximize space utilization, and optimize processes.
Material Handler
Contech Lighting
08.2010 - 03.2016
- Used hand-held scanners and physical logs to accurately track item movements.
- Transported inventory items to appropriate locations.
- Listened closely during team meetings to gain complete understanding of duties required for each shift, completing priority tasks first.
- Packed items into appropriate containers for shipment.
- Maintained a safe work environment by following proper safety protocols and conducting regular inspections.
- Expedited order fulfillment by accurately picking, packing, and shipping products to customers.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Criminal Justice
College of Lake County
Grayslake, IL06.2000
Skills
- Problem-Solving
- Collaborative Teamwork
- Quality Management
- Shipping and receiving
- Warehouse Operations
- Employee Safety
- Logistics Oversight
- Team Building and Leadership
- Operations Management
- Inventory Management
- Hiring and Training
- Facility Maintenance
- Skilled in Oracle/IQMS
Accomplishments
Led the seamless relocation of a large-scale warehouse operation in 2014, ensuing zero downtime and continuous order fulfillment through the transition.
Directed the testing and implementation of the Oracle ERP system.
Orchestrated the redesign of the warehouse layout, increasing space efficiency by 25% and reducing turnaround time for order fulfillment by 14%.
Successfully integrated two new product lines into the warehouse, managing the logistics for over 65 trailers of product during active construction with no delays in ongoing orders.
Timeline
Warehouse Manager
Leviton Manufacturing Co. Inc.
08.2019 - 09.2024
Shipping Warehouse Supervisor
Leviton Manufacturing Co. Inc.
03.2016 - 09.2019
Material Handler
Contech Lighting
08.2010 - 03.2016
Associate of Applied Science - Criminal Justice
College of Lake County
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