Debra Pollauf

• Managed a team of full-time employees and numerous temporary workers
• Oversaw fulfillment and shipping operations to all major retailers, catalogs, and home shopping channels
• Managed a 3rd party out-of-state warehouse, adhering to strict specifications and customer requirements to prevent chargebacks
• Ensured compliance with labeling and routing requirements for accurate and timely shipments
• Implemented effective inventory management practices, including purchasing, storing, receiving, reconciling, and ordering of goods
• Negotiated contracts and freight rates with carriers, optimizing efficiency and cost savings
• Tracked and monitored freight shipments, creating Bills of Lading and auditing shipping documents for accuracy.
• Kept documentation and records accurate and up-to-date with latest data to prevent errors in processing or delivery.
• Collaborated with internal teams and customers on inventory management and current stock levels insure accuracy and product availability.
• Evaluated supplies and product inventory to check for quality and quantity issues and returned unacceptable materials to vendors
• Developed safety programs to protect workers
• Evaluated incoming shipments for quality issues and processed unacceptable materials for return
• Reviewed established business practices and improved processes to reduce expenses
• Coordinated special projects, ensuring successful completion within established timelines and budgets

Opening/Closing Retail Manager

Supervised and scheduling of 18-25 employees

Inventory Control

Merchandised retail goods