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Education
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Donald Hammons

Bradenton,FL

Summary

Alert Receiving Associate with extensive knowledge of warehouse organization and safety. Committed to high-quality department operations with strong knowledge of shipping documents and quality assurance protocols. Successful at collaborating with other team members to facilitate scheduling and accurate inventory management.

Overview

40
40
years of professional experience

Work History

Receiving Manager

The Fresh Market
Bradenton, FL
02.2015 - 10.2022
  • Received and staged incoming inventory for movement to storage or sales floor.
  • Opened and checked deliveries to verify contents and resolve issues with vendors promptly.
  • Kept stockroom free of hazards, working efficiently and properly organized.
  • Compared shipment contents with paperwork to support inventory accuracy and records management.
  • Organized storage areas to maximize movement and minimize labor.
  • Investigated inventory discrepancies to maintain recordkeeping validity.
  • Collected merchandise returns from sales floor, checked price tags and hung on racks.
  • Liaised with vendor representatives to rectify damages and shortages.
  • Created and enforced policies and procedures for entire logistics team.
  • Coordinated and monitored inbound and outgoing deliveries, keeping abreast of delays and other issues.

Beer and Wine Supervisor

The Fresh Market
Bradenton, FL
02.2015 - 10.2022
  • Kept department on-target to meet sales and profit objectives by minimizing waste and pursuing revenue generation opportunities.
  • Collaborated with company departments to guarantee cohesive branding and strategic product placement.
  • Monitored inventory levels and placed new orders for merchandise to keep supply well-stocked.
  • Maintained highest standards for beverage quality and service.
  • Developed relationships with suppliers and vendors leading to special volume pricing discounts and availability.
  • Improved average wine and alcohol spend per guest through curation, service training and hands-on hospitality.
  • Oversaw selection, ordering and inventory controls of wine, beer and alcohol program.

Golf Course Superintendent

Timber Creek Village
Bradenton, FL
02.2008 - 02.2015
  • Oversaw recruitment, hiring and training of course maintenance team members.
  • Managed winterizing courses, tree and stump removal and landscaping shrubbery.
  • Completed thorough opening, closing and shift change functions to maintain operational standards each day.
  • Oversaw supply and tool inventory and replenished supplies, liaising with vendors to obtain cost-effective pricing.

Seafood Department Manager

Albertsons
Bradenton, FL
02.2005 - 12.2006
  • Stocked and rotated seafood merchandise in accordance with company standards on merchandise presentation, safety, sanitation and customer service.
  • Educated team members on how to safely handle products, use equipment and keep accurate records in accordance with food safety guidelines.
  • Delivered superior service to customers during high-volume hours to cultivate great company reputation.
  • Informed customers about available seafood choices and convenience items.
  • Directed daily work schedules and tasks for seafood department employees.
  • Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
  • Completed thorough opening, closing and shift change functions to maintain operational standards each day.

Dispatcher

TNT Logistics
LEBANON, TN
03.2003 - 01.2005
  • Directed dispatching, routing and tracking of [Number] fleet vehicles.
  • Maintained updated and detailed records of calls in physical and electronic database.
  • Closely monitored dispatch board to triage and prioritize over [Number] daily calls.
  • Planned, organized and managed work of subordinate staff to accomplish consistent work within organizational standards.
  • Evaluated and adjusted over 180 routes based on daily needs, available workers, traffic hazards and weather conditions.

Distribution Center Supervisor

Tropicana Products Inc.
Bradenton, FL
08.1988 - 01.2001
  • Executed new safety rules and procedures and trained all warehouse employees on these measures to reduce workplace accidents.
  • Identified logistics issues and immediately conducted research to determine best possible solutions.
  • Managed all aspects, including activities and 350 employees for successful operation of 855,000 square foot warehouse.
  • Handled departmental scheduling to maintain proper staffing for shifts.
  • Implemented on-the-job training activities to cross-train employees on various tasks.
  • Supervised activities of workers engaged in receiving, storing and shipping products or materials.
  • Tracked orders using functional systems and coordinated with warehouse workers to ensure proper storage and distribution of products.

Master Production Scheduler

Sooner Defense Of Florida
Lakeland, FL
08.1986 - 03.1988
  • Met production goals and formed action plan to constantly raise bar to higher standards.
  • Updated management and clients on progress of production.
  • Developed scheduling for certain tasks so that goods will be available when needed.
  • Tracked progress of goods during manufacturing.
  • Troubleshot production problems, machinery malfunctions and staff shortages.
  • Flagged potential issues by monitoring timelines.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Nursing

Methodist Hospital School of Nursing
Memphis, TN

High School Diploma -

Central High School
Bolivar, TN
07.1983

Skills

  • Customer Service
  • Problem-Solving
  • Time Management
  • Critical Thinking
  • Logistics Database Management
  • Logistics and Supply Chain Software
  • Improvement Recommendations
  • Pallet Jack Operation
  • Receivables Management
  • Inventory Management Software
  • Logistics Processes Planning
  • Data Interpretation
  • Delivery Staging
  • Workforce Management
  • Maintenance and Repair Orders
  • Stockroom Organization
  • Inventory Reconciliation
  • Continuous Improvement Projects
  • Hazardous Material Handling
  • Shrinkage Control
  • Traffic Management
  • Fleet Dispatching
  • Freight Handling
  • Distribution and Warehousing
  • Billing Systems
  • Supply Chain Coordination
  • Distribution Reporting and Documentation
  • Inbound Cargo Management
  • Daily Operations Management
  • Logistics Coordination

Accomplishments

Received an award from Forbes Magazine for developing

business relationships between Tropicana Products Inc. and CSX Railroad.

Affiliations

  • APICS – Association for Supply Chain Management

Tennessee football fan

I bleed orange.

Timeline

Receiving Manager

The Fresh Market
02.2015 - 10.2022

Beer and Wine Supervisor

The Fresh Market
02.2015 - 10.2022

Golf Course Superintendent

Timber Creek Village
02.2008 - 02.2015

Seafood Department Manager

Albertsons
02.2005 - 12.2006

Dispatcher

TNT Logistics
03.2003 - 01.2005

Distribution Center Supervisor

Tropicana Products Inc.
08.1988 - 01.2001

Master Production Scheduler

Sooner Defense Of Florida
08.1986 - 03.1988

Bachelor of Arts - Nursing

Methodist Hospital School of Nursing

High School Diploma -

Central High School

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