James Cohen
Coconut Creek
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Inventory Control
H.D. Smith, LLC
Pompano Beach
05.2012 - Current
- Completed physical inventory counts each month.
- Completed OMIT and Low Inventory reports on a daily basis.
- Re-slotted inventory to increase efficiency and decrease the need for replenishment of high volume materials each month.
- Reorganized inventory layout quarterly to align with sales trends and optimize space utilization.
- Researched and pulled recalled materials on a daily basis.
- Accepted delivered packages, verified products and checked delivery totals.
- Investigated and addressed customer claim issues to ensure timely resolutions.
- Analyzed files, records, and documents to provide accurate information in response to requests.
- Set up new materials on a daily basis.
Warehouse Associate
JAMS Wholesale Distribution
Coconut Creek
10.2023 - 05.2026
- Operated forklifts to ensure timely and safe movement of products within warehouse.
- Unloaded materials from trucks using forklifts and pallet jacks.
- Maintained inventory accuracy through regular cycle counts and stock checks.
- Utilized warehouse management systems to track inventory levels and orders effectively.
- Received deliveries, scanned packages, and updated orders in internal database.
- Organized warehouse space by strategically rearranging products on shelves, racks, and bins to maximize accessibility and efficiency.
- Packaged products for distribution while ensuring proper labeling and documentation.
- Packed and labeled merchandise accurately to ensure proper loading and timely shipment to customers.
- Assembled customer orders from stock by picking the correct number and types of products.
- Operated a variety of material handling equipment including electric pallet jacks, hand-held scanners, shrink wrap machines and conveyor systems.
- Read computer-generated move tickets, put-away labels and delivery labels to properly move merchandise.
Photo Specialist
Walgreens District #124
Fort Lauderdale
03.2008 - 06.2012
- Accepted and completed in-person and online orders for photographs and photo merchandise.
- Managed escalated customer orders in a timely and professional manner.
- Assisted customers with special photo projects, ensuring their needs were met and enhancing overall satisfaction.
- Processed negative film and printed photographs in the lab.
- Maintained all lab printers and processing equipment, ensuring that they were properly functioning for each shift.
- Managed photo lab inventory by ordering toner, ink, and paper, maintaining optimal supply levels for uninterrupted service.
- Trained employees on procedures for handling money, printing photographs, and restocking supplies, ensuring compliance and efficiency.
Assistant Manager
Walgreens District #114
Fort Lauderdale
09.2004 - 03.2008
- Achieved recognition from senior management for contributions to the store's success by managing sales, employees and operations to achieve optimal performance.
- Supervised 10 employees to streamline processes and increase overall productivity.
- Managed opening and closing procedures and recommended changes that improved daily operational efficiency.
- Delivered excellent customer service, fostering membership loyalty and enhancing customer satisfaction.
- Managed multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Interacted with customers to determine needs and offer product or service solutions.
- Monitored cash intake and deposit records to increase accuracy and reduce discrepancies.
Education
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts
Sullivan County Community College
Loch Sheldrake, NY01-1984
Marine Zoology
Florida Atlantic University
Boca Raton, FLSkills
- Inventory management
- Stock reconciliation
- Cycle counting
- Drug inventory control
- Computerized inventory
- Inventory optimization
- Safety and compliance
- Supply chain logistics
- Data analysis
- Reporting and documentation
- Inventory programs
- Plant and warehouse operations
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Organizational skills
- Multitask management
- Problem solving
- Attention to detail
Certification
Certified machine operator of Raymond order picker, reach truck, forklift and electric pallet jack.
Community Service
- Transplant Foundation, Inc., Miami, FL, 07/91, 04/17, Served on the planning committee for several Transplant Foundation Events., Organized and manned sales table at fund raising events., Created and produced printed materials.
- National Kidney Foundation of Florida, Orlando, FL, 06/94, present, Served on planning committee for Team Florida at the U.S. Transplant Games in 1996, 1998, 2000, 2002, 2004, 2006, 2008, 2010., Created and produced the Team Florida Patron Book since 1996., Instrumental in organizing the 1st Annual Tune-up and Tailgate which raised $29,000 for Team Florida athletes., Created and produced marketing materials for the above event., Volunteer for the National Kidney Foundations Kidney Early Evaluation Program. (K.E.E.P.), Recruited new volunteers for the National Kidney Foundation of Florida.
- Florida Organ Transplant Association, Coral Springs, FL, 06/00, present, Serve on executive board as Secretary., Created and produced marketing materials for the foundation including brochure, business cards, posters, banners etc., Organized and manned sales table at fund raising events.
Timeline
Warehouse Associate
JAMS Wholesale Distribution
10.2023 - 05.2026
Inventory Control
H.D. Smith, LLC
05.2012 - Current
Photo Specialist
Walgreens District #124
03.2008 - 06.2012
Assistant Manager
Walgreens District #114
09.2004 - 03.2008
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts
Sullivan County Community College
Marine Zoology
Florida Atlantic University