Derick Parham
Warehouse Manager
Knoxville,TN
Summary
Resourceful Warehouse Manager achieved customer fulfillment goals through effective management of cost and logistics determinants. Implemented plan to maximize company revenues with minimal additional resource investment. Worked closely with internal partners, and adopted new functional technology to meet preset goals and objectives.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Warehouse Manager
World Of Stones USA
Hagerstown, MD
06.2022 - 06.2023
- Inventoried warehouse stock on monthly, quarterly and annual basis.
- Traced item history to determine reason for discrepancies between inventory and stock control records.
- Maintained control of cycle counts, physical inventory and discrepancy research.
- Collaborated with manufacturing and supply chain management.
- Conducted research to address shipping errors and packaging mistakes.
- Reviewed established business practices and improved processes to reduce expenses.
- Maintained accurate computer records of materials weights, bill amounts, and identified variances.
- Compiled monthly and annual reports on inventory turns, COGS, Sales, and open AR invoicing.
- Investigated and adopted optimal shipping and receiving strategies by selecting best carriers, routes, and methods to minimize costs and enhance schedules.
- Verified deliveries against paperwork and contacted vendors to resolve discrepancies.
- Created and enforced detailed organization processes to increase quality and service standards.
- Performed monthly reconciliation of open purchasing and sales orders.
- Oversaw onboarding and quoting with new and existing 3PL vendors.
- Packaged goods in safe containers to prepare for shipping, adhering to packaging protocols.
- Factored shipping procedures, rates and routes in making determinations on best shipping methods for materials.
- Prepared orders by processing requests, pulled materials from warehouse, packed crates, and prepared shipments.
- Maintained established levels of goods based on sales forecasts and demand to fulfill orders on time.
- Tracked production and quality control systems to proactively identify deficiencies.
Purchasing Agent/Tool Crib Manager
Miller Machine & Tool
Winchester, United States
08.2021 - 05.2022
- Maintained instruments and tools to help team complete maintenance tasks quickly and with accurate outcomes.
- Maintained consistent email communication with stores and suppliers to confirm and track orders and verify price revisions on purchase orders.
- Communicated with vendors regarding inventory needs and negotiated prices to maintain profit margins.
- Tracked inventory shipments and prepared spreadsheets detailing item information.
- Monitored inventory to maintain sufficient supply levels to meet business and customer needs.
- Kept inventory of hand tools, end mills, cutting inserts, and various other machining and welding tools ready for use.
- Monitored incoming and outgoing tools to track locations.
- Unpacked, inspected and stored new tools according to crib plans.
Warehouse Manager
MasTec Network Solutions
Chantilly, VA
03.2019 - 07.2021
- Drove personnel performance by appraising job results, counseling personnel on needed improvements and disciplining substandard conduct
- Safeguarded warehouse operations and mitigated liability by establishing and implementing employee training on safety and security protocols
- Evaluated supplies and product inventory to check for quality and quantity issues and returned unacceptable materials to vendors to obtain replacements or refunds
- Improved delivery plans with strong scheduling knowledge, organizational skills and route development expertise
- Performed freight processing functions, assisting associates with irregularities in telecommunications freight
- Kept all documentation and records accurate and up-to-date with latest data to prevent errors in processing or delivery
- Managed over $1 Million in inventory and 5 employees in 12,000 square-foot warehouse
Warehouse Coordinator
MasTec Network Solutions
Chantilly, VA
08.2016 - 03.2019
- Accepted delivered packages, verified products and checked delivery totals to keep system records current and accurate
- Managed timely and effective replacement of damaged or missing products
- Checked packages and merchandise for damage and quickly notified vendors to request replacements
- Conducted vehicle inspections prior to and after completing each shift, documenting damage or issues in comprehensive reports
- Maintained safe driving record by observing all road rules, remaining cautious and alert in unfamiliar areas and keeping control of vehicle at all times
- Delivered telecommunications equipment to various central offices located in Virginia, DC, Maryland
- Conducted randomized inventory counts to maintain integrity of warehouse stock
Criminal Research Analyst
WholeSale Screening Solutions
Purceville, VA
08.2015 - 08.2016
- Conducted county and federal criminal background searches for clients using court website dockets
- Contacted courts directly to receive any information not provided on the website that is pertinent for the background research
- Provide accurate background checks with every search
- Order certified criminal case copies and deliver them to the client in a secure and timely manner
Equipment Operator
Gantts Excavating
Martinsburg, WV
01.2014 - 07.2015
- Graded earth and smoothed surfaces as part of projects or finish work
- Operated 25 and 40 ton Off-Road Haul Trucks
- Operated 815 Compactor grading roads, building pads
- Operated 963 sized track loaders
- Experience operating D5 sized dozers
- Adhered to all OSHA job site safety regulations
- Assisted blasting and pipe crews when needed to increase job site productivity
- Communicated with ground team members and fellow operators to prevent safety hazards and keep materials moving
- Utilized lazer and hard levels to shoot cut/fill according to plans
- Maintained and cleaned equipment after each job and inspected for damage or needed repairs
- Adhered to heavy equipment safety and operation protocols, resulting in minimal complaints or incidents
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Automotive Repair And Maintenance
Universal Technical Institute
Exton, PA Jan 2010 - 11.2010
High School Diploma -
Strasburg High School
Strasburg, VA Sep 2004 - 06.2008
Skills
Logistics management
Distribution and warehousing
Database Management
Policy and procedure adherence
Shipping and receiving
Certification
Technical Support Fundamentals
Timeline
Warehouse Manager
World Of Stones USA
06.2022 - 06.2023
Purchasing Agent/Tool Crib Manager
Miller Machine & Tool
08.2021 - 05.2022
Warehouse Manager
MasTec Network Solutions
03.2019 - 07.2021
Technical Support Fundamentals
05-2018
Warehouse Coordinator
MasTec Network Solutions
08.2016 - 03.2019
Criminal Research Analyst
WholeSale Screening Solutions
08.2015 - 08.2016
Equipment Operator
Gantts Excavating
01.2014 - 07.2015
Some College (No Degree) - Automotive Repair And Maintenance
Universal Technical Institute
Jan 2010 - 11.2010
High School Diploma -
Strasburg High School
Sep 2004 - 06.2008