DERRICK THRASHER
Indianapolis,IN
Summary
Professional Warehouse Supervisor offering 10 years of expertise in logistics managing teams up to 180 employees working in distribution centers and fulfillment centers. Successful in coaching and developing team members to increase performance or pursue careers in logistics leadership. Talented in monitoring and replenishing current inventory stock based on consumer demand and sales forecasting.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Shipping Supervisor
Five Below Distribution Center
11.2022 - Current
- Supervised shipping team of 30-60 employees
- Developed and coached team members to improve team productivity and efficiency
- Increased Productivity in 2023 from 140CPH to 170CPH through coaching and development strategies
- Increased Productivity in 2024 from 165CPH to 205CPH through coaching and development strategies
- Monitored aging units and maintained the percentage against available work below 5%
- Audited pallets to ensure accuracy and reduce store/building shrink
- Created development plan for Current/Potential Team Leads in Outbound
Area Manager
Walmart Ecommerce
05.2021 - 07.2022
- Supervised 180 team members in the Consolidation/Packing Area
- Delegated team members across 7 different work functions
- Improved team performance from 38UPH to 59UPH in the RSR Picking Department
- Improved team performance from 65UPH to 90UPH in the Singles Packing Department
- Led daily meetings with Operations Manager to ensure overall Outbound Performance goals were met
- Worked closely with the Slotting Team to assist Inbound in meeting Performance goals
Slotting Team Lead
Walmart Ecommerce
09.2020 - 05.2021
- Monitored weekly sales promotions to ensure product was slotted in the highest velocity pick path
- Paired with Inbound team to ensure daily performance goals were met, without compromising Outbound production plans
- Tracked the Top 100 velocity items over 30 days and 2 weeks, and moved product according to projections and sales history
- Responsible for the Inventory of the entire building covering the product movement of 2 shifts, consisting of around 600-700 employees
- Decided the primary pick area for all product as it was received
Forklift Trainer
Walmart Ecommerce
03.2018 - 09.2020
- Identified and recommended staff for key positions and departments
- Recorded and edited videos to facilitate learning
- Provided coaching and mentoring to employees
Team Member
United Natural Foods, UNFI
09.2015 - 03.2018
- Top 10 Picker in Entire Company across Cooler/Freezer functions
- Assisted with the Loading of Outbound Trailers
- Coached new team members on best picking practices and methods
Loader
HT Hackney
07.2014 - 09.2015
- Operated power jacks and forklifts to maneuver products onto load trailers and trucks
- Monitored product for quality assurance, raising any issues with managers
- Assisted in organizing and stocking products in warehouse
Education
Media Arts & Science
IUPUI
Indianapolis, IN01.2015
High School Diploma -
Warren Central High School
Indianapolis, IN05.2010
Skills
- Coaching and Development
- Microsoft Excel
- Forklift Training
- Production Planning
- Process Development
- Warehouse Operations
- Order Fulfillment
- Inventory Management
- Continuous Improvement
- Cost Reduction
Timeline
Shipping Supervisor
Five Below Distribution Center
11.2022 - Current
Area Manager
Walmart Ecommerce
05.2021 - 07.2022
Slotting Team Lead
Walmart Ecommerce
09.2020 - 05.2021
Forklift Trainer
Walmart Ecommerce
03.2018 - 09.2020
Team Member
United Natural Foods, UNFI
09.2015 - 03.2018
Loader
HT Hackney
07.2014 - 09.2015
Media Arts & Science
IUPUI
High School Diploma -
Warren Central High School