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Franklin Perry

Birmingham

Summary

Dynamic Warehouse Supervisor with proven expertise at BlueLinx in optimizing operations and enhancing team productivity. Skilled in inventory management and problem-solving, I successfully implemented safety procedures and streamlined shipping processes, significantly reducing order errors. Committed to fostering a motivated workforce and achieving operational excellence in fast-paced environments.

Logistics professional with extensive experience in managing warehouse operations and leading teams to ensure efficient workflows. Known for reliability and adaptability in meeting changing needs. Expertise in inventory management and process optimization, fostering collaborative team environment.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

Warehouse Supervisor

BlueLinx
11.2020 - Current
  • Supervised warehouse operations by managing employees during shifts.
  • Supervised shipping and receiving, distribution and workplace safety.
  • Supervised shipping and handling operations.
  • Used warehouse management software to reconcile daily inventory.
  • Managed a team of warehouse workers for optimal scheduling, task delegation, and overall productivity.
  • Maintained high levels of accuracy in daily operations.
  • Oversaw inventory control levels and verified compliance with storage and organization processes.

Assistant Warehouse Manager

TSF Sportswear
12.2019 - 11.2020
  • Managed daily shipping and receiving operations, ensuring accuracy and timeliness in all transactions.
  • Maintained a safe work environment, conducting regular safety inspections and training employees on proper procedures.
  • Managed day-to-day operations of warehouse, freight and parcel shipments, returns, and transfers.
  • Double checked records, daily reports, and inventory transactions to identify and correct variances.
  • Monitored inventory levels closely, ensuring stock was replenished in a timely manner to prevent shortages or delays in fulfilling customer orders.
  • Kept documentation and records accurate and up-to-date with latest data to prevent errors in processing or delivery.
  • Built motivated warehouse team to consistently accomplish operations goals and exceed performance targets.

Warehouse Sourcing Coordinator

Harbison Iternational
03.2019 - 11.2019
  • Monitored industry trends and developments to maintain a strategic advantage in the marketplace.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to implement cost-saving initiatives throughout the organization.
  • Optimized inventory management systems by implementing demand forecasting techniques for accurate planning purposes.
  • Coordinated with logistics teams to ensure seamless transportation of sourced materials, minimizing delays and disruptions.
  • Shipping and receiving, unloading and loading trucks for outbound delivery
  • Use ORACLE WMS, pull orders, scan stock inventory, print shipping labels, etc.



Operations Supervisor

Building Material Corporation (BMC)
04.2015 - 02.2018
  • Managed daily operations for optimal performance, ensuring smooth workflows and timely completion of tasks.
  • Maintained open lines of communication with upper management to provide regular updates on operational progress and challenges faced by the team.
  • Conducted regular performance evaluations for direct reports, identifying areas for improvement and setting development goals accordingly.
  • Enhanced team productivity by providing ongoing training, coaching, and mentoring to staff members.
  • Collaborates with warehouse shipping, receiving, and sales teams to ensure efficient deliveries
  • Ensure that all employees have the required tools and training on matters, safety, operation standards, and department goals.

Shipping Manager

BMC - Building Materials & Construction Solutions
01.2008 - 03.2015
  • Pulled, verified, and packaged items for shipment.
  • Prepared shipping documents and invoices, processed payments, and fielded client questions.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by resolving shipment issues promptly and professionally.
  • Reduced order errors with thorough quality control checks before dispatching shipments.

Education

High School Diploma -

Wilcox Central High School
Camden, AL
05-1990

Skills

  • Warehouse operations
  • Inventory management
  • Problem-solving
  • Warehouse organization
  • Loading and unloading
  • Warehouse safety
  • Shipping and receiving
  • Shipping and receiving operations
  • Material handling
  • Logistics
  • Safety procedures
  • Inventory replenishment
  • Order pulling

Timeline

Warehouse Supervisor

BlueLinx
11.2020 - Current

Assistant Warehouse Manager

TSF Sportswear
12.2019 - 11.2020

Warehouse Sourcing Coordinator

Harbison Iternational
03.2019 - 11.2019

Operations Supervisor

Building Material Corporation (BMC)
04.2015 - 02.2018

Shipping Manager

BMC - Building Materials & Construction Solutions
01.2008 - 03.2015

High School Diploma -

Wilcox Central High School