Derrick Gentry

Manager

• Directed support operations and maintained workflow continuity during senior management absences, ensuring uninterrupted business performance and decision making.
• Led, coached, and mentored direct and indirect reports to promote professional development, strengthen leadership capabilities, and improve team effectiveness.
• Monitored production forecasts, inventory variances, supplier communications, and engineering part level changes to ensure material availability and operational readiness.
• Managed end to end material flow processes to support production requirements and optimize inventory management.
• Drove organizational right sizing initiatives and implemented process improvements to increase efficiency, reduce waste, and improve operational performance.
• Developed and executed supply risk management strategies and contingency plans to ensure continuity of supply during emergency and disruption scenarios.
• Managed and achieved annual operating budget targets exceeding $26 million while maintaining cost and performance objectives.
• Applied structured problem solving methodologies and continuous improvement principles to identify root causes and implement sustainable business solutions.
• Developed cost models and presented return on investment initiatives that delivered year over year cost reductions and operational savings.
• Established and implemented logistics policies, procedures, and standardized work practices to improve consistency, compliance, and operational effectiveness.

Material Handling Versatility / Offline Supervisor

• Served as acting manager during leadership absences, providing operational oversight and maintaining departmental performance.
• Prepared executive reports, dashboards, and performance metrics for senior management to support strategic decision-making.
• Developed and delivered weekly and monthly business presentations for Supply Chain Management leadership.
• Identified and implemented continuous improvement initiatives that enhanced operational efficiency, productivity, and process performance.

Material Handling Supervisor

• Directed day to day operations for assigned production areas, ensuring achievement of safety, quality, delivery, and cost objectives.
• Supervised and developed a team of 23 employees per shift, driving employee engagement, accountability, and performance.
• Provided technicians with process guidance, work assignments, training, and equipment resources necessary to meet operational requirements.
• Prepared and analyzed performance reports and key metrics related to safety, production, scrap, attendance, and budget compliance.
• Maintained a positive, high performing work environment that promoted trust, collaboration, and employee morale.
• Led cross functional teams to streamline processes, improve operational efficiency, and support organizational objectives.
• Designed and implemented employee training programs that improved performance, skill development, and compliance with safety standards.
• Consistently identified and implemented process improvements that enhanced productivity, reduced waste, and increased operational effectiveness.

• Managed inventory control processes to ensure accurate supply levels and readiness for operations.
• Coordinated logistics support, facilitating timely delivery of equipment and supplies to units.
• Trained junior soldiers on supply chain management practices and inventory tracking systems.
• Developed training materials for staff, increasing knowledge retention and operational effectiveness.

• Supervised daily operations to ensure efficient workflow and adherence to safety protocols.
• Mentored team members, fostering skill development and enhancing overall performance.
• Implemented process improvements that reduced operational costs and increased productivity.
• Coordinated logistics and scheduling to optimize resource allocation and minimize delays.

• Led cross functional teams to deliver projects on time and within budget.
• Implemented process improvements that enhanced operational efficiency and reduced costs.
• Developed project plans, timelines, and resource allocation strategies for multiple initiatives.

• Lead framing and design on various precast pieces
• Demonstrated respect, friendliness, and willingness to help wherever needed.
• Assisted with day to day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.

Assistant Coach (Supervisor)

• Supervised and managed the performance, development, and disciplinary processes of more than 40 associates, ensuring accountability and operational excellence.
• Directed daily shipping operations and ensured all outbound truck departures were accurate and dispatched on schedule to meet customer service requirements.
• Managed departmental operating budgets, monitored expenditures, and maintained cost controls to achieve financial objectives.
• Oversaw warehouse inventory operations and maintained accountability for inventory accuracy across all product lines and storage locations.
  Quality Control Technician
• Conducted daily 100% inventory verification of critical warehouse components to maintain inventory integrity and support production requirements.
• Performed random audits on 10% of outbound loads to ensure shipping accuracy and compliance with quality standards.
• Executed weekly cycle count programs for the entire warehouse, identifying and resolving inventory discrepancies to improve inventory accuracy.
• Processed product reclaims and managed damaged goods inventory, ensuring proper documentation, disposition, and corrective action implementation.

Yard Truck Driver

• Operated yard trucks to safely and efficiently move trailers to designated dock doors, supporting shipping and receiving operations.
• Conducted daily pre-trip and post-trip inspections of yard equipment to identify safety concerns and ensure compliance with operational standards.
  Replenishment / Put-Away Forklift Driver
• Replenished inventory throughout the warehouse to maintain product availability and support order fulfillment requirements.
• Executed put-away activities for received merchandise, ensuring proper storage locations and inventory accuracy.
• Utilized RF scanning technology and warehouse management systems (WMS) to process inventory transactions and maintain real-time inventory records.
  Loader / Unloader
• Loaded outbound trailers accurately and efficiently to meet customer delivery schedules and transportation requirements.
• Unloaded inbound vendor shipments and verified receipt of products according to established procedures and quality standards.
• Maintained adherence to safety procedures while handling materials and operating warehouse equipment.
  Receiver
• Received and processed all inbound and backhaul shipments, ensuring timely and accurate inventory transactions.
• Verified pallet counts and product quantities against shipping documentation to maintain inventory integrity.
• Completed receiving documentation and system transactions promptly to prevent overdue shipments and support efficient warehouse operations.
  Order Filler
• Picked and prepared customer orders accurately and efficiently to meet distribution and service-level expectations.
• Utilized RF systems and scanning technology to verify product selection and ensure order accuracy.
• Staged, wrapped, and processed completed pallets for shipment and distribution while maintaining productivity and quality standards.

• Managed frozen food inventory, ensuring optimal stock levels and minimizing waste.
• Trained and mentored staff on best practices for product handling and storage.
• Monitored compliance with safety regulations, ensuring a safe shopping environment for customers.