Eric Cline
Warehouse Specialist And Project Manager
Carlinville,IL
Summary
Experienced, hard working individual that is looking for a position that will allow me to use my extensive skills in warehouse management, purchasing, and operations management for the success of the organization as a whole. I look forward to combining my extensive supply management skills, WMS implementation skills, and hard work mentality to a team focused on success. These management skills combined with a solid technical background with SQL and systems software allows me a unique skillset to succeed.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
17
17
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Professional Services Consultant
Epicor Software Corporation
11.2022 - 11.2025
- Planned and executed implementation projects on the Indago WMS platform with multiple different ERP integrations including Vision (Epicor), Shims, Fusion (Karmak), and TAMS (NAPA), Eagle Auto and Retail
- Performed data conversions and analytics to maintain an accurate and successful transition
- Acted as project manager over multiple WMS implementations from the early beginning stages of building and configuration of the SQL server, to engaging and developing new workflows and processes with the client, into the handoff with Support
- Established strong relationships with clients through consistent communication and proactive engagement, leading to increased trust and long-term partnerships
- Conducted discoveries and on-site consultations into existing business processes to provide customers with seamless WMS implementations that worked consistently with their current ERP configuration
- Managed multiple projects simultaneously, prioritizing tasks to meet deadlines without compromising quality or customer experience
- Excellent experience with new SQL server setups, server migrations to SaaS-Hosted environments, and new server implementation
- Tasked and executed software upgrades to system and Indago WMS software
- Aligned team objectives with organizational goals by setting clear expectations and regularly reviewing progress toward targets together with management input.
- Worked on implementations in 22 states from a remote position, requiring excellent communication and visibility
Distribution Center Manager
McKay Auto Corporation
3 2021 - 10.2022
- Responsible for design, implementation, and maintenance of a UPC scan system
- Oversaw daily branch orders to supply 25 NAPA stores
- Managed a team of 30 warehouse staff members including floor/production employees, customer service, and route drivers
- Supervised an on-hand inventory of $5.5 million
- Immediately addressed logistical issues and applied remediation techniques
- Analyzed metrics from Indago WMS to help employees set and achieve production goals and maximum efficiency
- Conducted inventory cycle counting audits resulting in 99.0% fill rate accuracy within 3 months of start
- Constantly assessed and optimized route logistics involving daily van and overnight trucks
- Worked hand in hand with GPC/NAPA and JMO Systems development teams to assist in continued development and optimization of Indago WMS
Inventory Controller
McKay Auto Corporation
07.2020 - 03.2021
- Responsible for initial set up and implementation of a WMS designed by JMO Systems that integrated with TAMS/NAPA ERP to achieve maximum inventory efficiency and availability in support of 25 NAPA branch stores
- Completed total redesign of existing distribution facility that included over 20,000 new bin locations and approximately 120,000 unique item associations
- Redesigned training programs for staff to allow for smooth transition into scan technology
- Reviewed, sorted, and maintained UPC update information
- Oversaw and processed all receiving and incoming freight processes to help achieve team goals
Purchasing and Warehouse Clerk<br />
Macoupin Energy | 14300 Brushy Mound Rd, Carlinville, IL, 62626
07.2014 - 07.2020
- Managed over $2.5 million of inventory to within a variance of .01%
- Redesigned and reorganized warehouse stock system utilizing bin location movements, MRP reorder levels, and cycle count processes
- Worked extensively in SAP ERP in regards to materials management, MRP, receipt and movement of goods from storage locations with regards to warehouse management, purchase requisition release and order creation
- Operated in support to maintenance personnel, mine-level management, and corporate management to reach strict project deadlines and production goals in a high-stress environment
- Coordinated with maintenance planners and unit repairmen to increase overall availability on production units by 30% due to decreasing equipment downtime
- Organized parts kits of critical spares for all underground and surface equipment to minimize downtime on machinery failures
Purchasing Manager<br />
Interstate Machinery Inc. | 169 Mine Academy Dr., Beaver, WV, 25801
05.2005 - 05.2014
- Solicited bids and analyzed quotations from vendors
- Managed inventory and supply of over $500,000
- Negotiated pricing and established relationships with vendors
- Managed consignment inventory at over 15 customer mine locations
- Evaluated supplier performance through regular audits and assessments, ensuring compliance with quality standards and contractual terms
Education
Marshall University | Huntington, WV
08.2003 - 12.2018
Woodrow Wilson High School | Beckley, WV
05.2001 - 06.2003
Skills
Great organizational skills cultivated from 22 years of purchasing and material management experience with high attention to detail
Microsoft Excel, Word, Powerpoint
Indago WMS
WMS (Warehouse Management Systems)
SQL Server Management Studio
Warehouse Logistics
Server Migration
Route Optimization
Material Management
Project Manager, System Implementation
WMS and ERP Software Implementation
Process Workflow Analyzation
Business Process Re-engineering
Timeline
Professional Services Consultant
Epicor Software Corporation
11.2022 - 11.2025
Inventory Controller
McKay Auto Corporation
07.2020 - 03.2021
Purchasing and Warehouse Clerk<br />
Macoupin Energy | 14300 Brushy Mound Rd, Carlinville, IL, 62626
07.2014 - 07.2020
Purchasing Manager<br />
Interstate Machinery Inc. | 169 Mine Academy Dr., Beaver, WV, 25801
05.2005 - 05.2014
Marshall University | Huntington, WV
08.2003 - 12.2018
Woodrow Wilson High School | Beckley, WV
05.2001 - 06.2003
Distribution Center Manager
McKay Auto Corporation
3 2021 - 10.2022