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Education
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Certification
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Derek Baird

Derek Baird

Goodlettsville,TN

Summary

Motivational Team Leader skilled in designing and following production schedules. Offers proven history of maximizing team productivity to meet targets. Dedicated to employee safety and proactive assignment, schedule and personnel management. Dedicated Team Leader with expertise in quality assurance initiatives, issue resolution and interpersonal communication. Proficient with project management, personnel training and production scheduling. Sets example for work ethic, punctuality and quality. Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills. Hardworking employee with customer service, multitasking and time management abilities. Devoted to giving every customer a positive and memorable experience. Detail-oriented and systematic distribution professional with more than 10 years of experience LOGISTICS & OPERATIONS environments focused on smoothly managing work flow throughout departments in the warehouse. Proven expertise in:

  • Strategic Thinking

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Team Lead

Under Armour
Mount Juliet, TN
11.2017 - Current
  • Provided leadership and guidance to team members, ensuring that tasks were completed on time and to a high standard.
  • Developed strategies to increase team productivity and improve customer service levels.
  • Conducted performance appraisals for team members, providing feedback and identifying areas of improvement.
  • Trained new staff in relevant processes and procedures.
  • Monitored team performance against targets, taking corrective action where necessary.
  • Supported the manager in developing plans for future projects, initiatives and objectives.
  • Coordinated resources across multiple teams to achieve project goals within budget constraints.
  • Identified opportunities for process improvements, implementing changes when required.
  • Motivated staff through positive reinforcement techniques.
  • Held regular one-on-one coaching sessions with staff members to encourage personal development.
  • Promoted to leadership position in recognition of strong work ethic and provided exceptional customer service.

Group Leader

Dorman Products
Portland, TN
04.2014 - 03.2023
  • Maintained accurate inventory records and conducted regular cycle counts.
  • Monitored stock levels, identified discrepancies, and communicated with vendors to ensure timely delivery of goods.
  • Organized physical inventories by performing cycle counts and reconciling differences between actual count and system records.
  • Conducted research into cost-saving strategies for purchasing materials and supplies.
  • Developed processes for tracking returns from customers as well as damaged items returned from vendors.
  • Audited invoices against purchase orders prior to approving payments.
  • Performed daily inspections of equipment used in the warehouse environment.
  • Participated in physical inventory counts to keep information accurate and current.
  • Performed scheduled inventory counts and supply audits.
  • Performed inventory cycle counting and identified discrepancies.
  • Oversaw efficient receiving and inventory management to keep stock within optimal levels.

Supervisor of Operations

Macys Logistics and Operations
Portland, TN
02.2007 - 03.2015
  • Oversaw daily operations of the department, including personnel management, budgeting and scheduling.
  • Coordinated with other departments to ensure smooth flow of work processes and communication.
  • Developed and implemented policies and procedures for efficient workflow.
  • Maintained accurate records for tracking progress and performance of team members.
  • Provided training and guidance to team members on operational procedures and best practices.
  • Monitored employee productivity levels to identify areas for improvement or additional resources needed.
  • Conducted regular reviews with team members to assess their performance and provide feedback as needed.
  • Hired and onboarded team members to meet immediate and expected demand.
  • Participated in industry-related events and conferences to stay abreast of the latest developments.
  • Evaluated and enhanced workflow to implement best practices, reduce costs and increase staff motivation and satisfaction.
  • Organized and facilitated budgets, product estimates, sales forecasts and product allocations to maximize resource utilization and customer sales opportunities.
  • Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.
  • Guided employees in handling difficult or complex problems.
  • Trained employees on best practices and protocols while managing teams to maintain optimal productivity.

Education

Some College (No Degree) - Mathematics and Computer Science

Georgetown College
Georgetown, KY

Some College (No Degree) - Mathematics and Computer Science

Lindsey Wilson College
Columbia, KY

Skills

  • Schedule Management
  • Trend tracking
  • Performance monitoring
  • Regulatory Compliance
  • Production Monitoring
  • Coaching and Mentoring
  • Performance Improvement
  • Employee engagement
  • Operations Management
  • Critical Thinking
  • Strategic Thinking
  • Personnel Counseling

Accomplishments

  • Collaborated with a team of 5 or more in the development Kaizan that reduced the cost of labor, and still maintained excellence for delivery time.
  • Achieved higher EP's by completing Coaching & Technique that is accurate and efficient.
  • Make Magic Six Winner
  • Certified Group Leader Award

Certification

  • Six Sigma Certification

Affiliations

  • Basketball
  • Big Brothers & Sisters Organization
  • Mentor Coach For Youth Group

Timeline

Team Lead

Under Armour
11.2017 - Current

Group Leader

Dorman Products
04.2014 - 03.2023

Supervisor of Operations

Macys Logistics and Operations
02.2007 - 03.2015

Some College (No Degree) - Mathematics and Computer Science

Georgetown College

Some College (No Degree) - Mathematics and Computer Science

Lindsey Wilson College
Derek Baird