GREGORY KEELER
Missoula
Summary
Detail-oriented warehouse worker with strong skills in inventory management and order fulfillment. Committed to safety compliance and cost optimization, ensuring efficient workflows and timely deliveries.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
Work History
Warehouse Worker/Inventory Specialist
George's Distributing
Helena
09.2018 - 06.2024
- Loaded and unloaded trucks with hand-trucks, pallet jacks, and forklifts.
- Used pallet jacks to move items to and from warehouse locations.
- Assisted team members with order picking and packing to ensure timely fulfillment of daily tasks.
- Organized inventory on shelves to enhance accessibility and uphold cleanliness and safety standards.
- Kept shelves, workstations and pallet areas neat and tidy to maintain a safe work environment.
MUSIC BUYER/RETAIL/MUSIC DEPT MANAGER
Rockin Rudys
Missoula
10.1994 - 04.2016
- Negotiated with vendors on prices, delivery schedules, warranties, and contractual terms to secure favorable conditions.
- Analyzed market trends to identify cost-saving opportunities, informing purchasing strategies.
- Researched competitors and sourced new vendors.
- Streamlined procurement workflows, enhancing efficiency and reducing lead times for orders.
- Developed and maintained accurate records of inventory levels and orders.
- Worked with suppliers to expedite open purchase orders and shipments in-transit.
- Trained junior staff on best practices in purchasing and supplier management.
- Participated in industry trade shows and conferences to stay abreast of current trends in product development.
GREENS KEEPER
Highlands Golf Course
Missoula
04.1992 - 10.1994
- Collaborated with management to develop seasonal maintenance plans for the greens.
- Maintained golf course turf through regular mowing and trimming tasks.
- Repaired divots on fairways and tees using a combination of seed mixtures and top dressing.
- Managed nearby features such as bunkers with raking and regular care.
- Set up courses each day by changing cups, putting out flags and emptying trash.
Crab Fishing Processing
Seven Seas Fish Company
Seattle
12.1992 - 05.1993
- Executed day-to-day duties with precision and efficiency.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of vessel interiors and deck areas.
- Collaborated with crew to implement efficient fishing strategies.
- Operated winches and hauled nets onboard vessels.
- Followed captain's and crew members' directions consistently while onboard.
- Worked effectively with diverse coworkers to achieve objectives and resolve product-related issues.
- Assisted in sorting and processing catch onboard vessels.
Education
High School Diploma -
Helena High School
Helena, MT05-1987
Some College (No Degree) - Sports Nutrition
The University of Montana
Missoula, MTSkills
- Inventory control and order fulfillment
- Warehouse operations
- Retail and customer service
- Vendor negotiation
- Attention to detail
- Time management
- Basic mathematics
- Team collaboration
- Cash handling and register operation
- Retail merchandising
- Customer satisfaction
Affiliations
- love the outdoors- ran marathons,was on a local cycling team,x-country race skiing surfed a several places around the world,flyfishing,camping in all 4 seasons,Great Out Doors that is my G.O.D.
Timeline
Warehouse Worker/Inventory Specialist
George's Distributing
09.2018 - 06.2024
MUSIC BUYER/RETAIL/MUSIC DEPT MANAGER
Rockin Rudys
10.1994 - 04.2016
Crab Fishing Processing
Seven Seas Fish Company
12.1992 - 05.1993
GREENS KEEPER
Highlands Golf Course
04.1992 - 10.1994
High School Diploma -
Helena High School
Some College (No Degree) - Sports Nutrition
The University of Montana