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Marvin Walton

Douglasville,GA

Summary

Observant Logistics Specialist with 3+ years of experience with proven ability to coordinate and manage transportation of goods and materials. Skilled in inventory management, route optimization and supply chain management. Demonstrated success in developing strategies to reduce transportation costs and improve organizational efficiency. Skilled at data analysis and streamlining operations for increased processing functionality and optimizing business profitability. Dedicated to solutions-oriented problem-solving and effective employee training.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Auction Manager

CarMax
05.2023 - Current
  • Completed data entry of item information, sale price and bidder number to facilitate close-out.
  • Assigned items into different categories, lots and specialty auctions to increase interest and sales.
  • Appraised merchandise before sale and assembled merchandise in lots according to estimated value of individual pieces or type of article.
  • Drove dispute resolutions using effective problem-solving and by guiding mutual understanding of opposing viewpoints.
  • Advised parties on dispute resolution processes, policies and procedures, helping disputants make informed choices.
  • Used mediation techniques to facilitate communication between disputants, to further parties' understanding of different perspectives and to guide parties toward mutual agreement.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.

Cargo Logistics Associate

United States Navy, USN
07.2019 - 05.2023
  • Using FI/FO, conduct a physical inventory of the raw materials, completed goods, chemicals, and shipping supplies. Make sure to promptly record information.
  • Accept incoming shipments from suppliers; reject faulty goods, note deficiencies, and communicate with shipper to address shortages and damages.
  • Conform to all instructions, protocols, and processes related to logistics.
  • Manage the workflow and input of Purchase Orders and Work Orders into the ERP system.
  • Managed and tracked package transfers such as bills of lading, delivery receipts, packing lists and load tags.
  • Detected and resolved multifaceted issues related to business direction and operations.
  • Developed systems for organizing reports and records to drive integrity.
  • Tracked and managed transfer paperwork such as packing lists.
  • Tracked supply, equipment and product inventory quantities to maintain necessary levels.
  • Handled high-volume paperwork and collaborated with administrators to resolve invoicing and shipping problems.
  • Coordinated incoming and outgoing shipments to maintain schedules.

Cashier Team Lead

McDonald's
01.2018 - 07.2019
  • Trained, mentored, and developed new cashiers with positive and encouraging techniques to maximize performance and team contributions.
  • Helped management develop employee improvement plans and motivate team members to continually improve.
  • Educated employees on register use, merchandising, and customer service.
  • Communicated with customers and team members to solve problems.
  • Processed both cash and card purchases and returns.
  • Performed store opening, closing, and shift-change actions and kept accurate shift-change logs.
  • Mentored new team members on POS system operation, customer service strategies, and sales goals.

Education

High School Diploma -

New Manchester High School
Douglasville, GA
05.2019

Skills

  • Team Oversight
  • Manufacturing Processes
  • Project Management
  • Cost Management
  • International Shipments
  • Fluent with Logistics Software
  • Documentation Skills
  • Shipment Coordination
  • Order Preparation
  • Shipment Receiving
  • Product Storage
  • Train Staff

Accomplishments

  • Maintained a storeroom worth over 1.5 million using FIFO method while adhering to the proper stowage, cleanliness , and issue of provisions for two galleys.
  • Assisted with 35 in-port onloads , receiving 7k pallets of provisions valued at $4.5 million contributing to mission readiness.
  • Effectively trained 6 Cargo personnel and 12 FSA's on all aspects of safely operating conveyors and elevators resulting in zero mishaps.
  • Handled planning for the barge offload and onload for the USS NIMITZ (CVN-68) carrying over 7,000+ personnel.

Certification

  • Certified Forklift Operator, U.S Navy - 2019 - 2023
  • Electrical Pallet Jack License - 2019 - 2023
  • Cherry Picker Forklift - 2019 - 2023

Timeline

Auction Manager

CarMax
05.2023 - Current

Cargo Logistics Associate

United States Navy, USN
07.2019 - 05.2023

Cashier Team Lead

McDonald's
01.2018 - 07.2019

High School Diploma -

New Manchester High School