James Rice
Cantonment,FL
Summary
Results-driven warehouse supervisor with extensive experience in managing operational machinery and enforcing safety protocols. Skilled in performance evaluation and effective communication, contributing to a collaborative team environment and enhancing overall productivity. Dynamic professional with a strong background in training and developing teams, alongside inventory management. Known for ensuring compliance with safety standards and optimizing workflows to achieve operational goals.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Warehouse worker supervisor
Navy Exchange
Pensacola, Florida
08.2020 - Current
- Optimize unloading process and departmental segregation of merchandise from delivery trucks.
- Oversee safe operation of warehouse machinery, including forklifts, WAVs, and pallet jacks.
- Maintain cleanliness and organization in warehouse
- Daily collaboration with team members to complete tasks in a timely manner.
- Received and tracked incoming inventory shipments.
- Inspected damaged goods prior to disposal or return to vendor.
- Identified discrepancies between physical count and computer data.
- Processed returns of defective merchandise as required.
- Verified accuracy of incoming shipments against purchase orders.
- Supervised daily operations and staff activities at Navy Exchange locations.
- Enforced safety protocols and maintained a clean work environment.
- Conducted regular performance evaluations for team members' development.
- Provided guidance and direction to subordinates regarding job duties and responsibilities.
Overnight Supervisor
Sam's Club
Pensacola, Florida
06.2019 - 08.2020
- Managed inventory control and restocking of merchandise on the sales floor.
- Trained and mentored team members on operational procedures and safety protocols.
- Monitored compliance with company policies and ensured adherence to safety standards.
- Executed loss prevention strategies to minimize shrinkage during overnight hours.
- Communicated effectively with management regarding team performance and operational needs.
- Monitored employee performance and provided feedback on areas needing improvement.
- Hired team members and trained in collaborative team environment.
- Maintained safe work and collaboration spaces for night employees.
Overnight Team Lead
Sam's Club
Bentonville, Arkansas
01.2015 - 08.2019
- Supervised overnight team operations and ensured compliance with safety standards.
- Coordinated inventory management and restocked shelves for optimal product availability.
- Trained new associates on company policies and operational procedures.
- Monitored team performance and provided feedback to improve efficiency.
- Implemented loss prevention strategies to reduce shrinkage during overnight shifts.
- Communicated effectively with management regarding staffing needs and challenges.
- Assisted in preparing the store for opening by organizing merchandise displays.
Executive Team Leader
Target
Kansas City, Missouri
06.1996 - 05.2013
- Managed team training and development to enhance employee skills and productivity.
- Oversaw inventory management to maintain optimal stock levels and minimize shrinkage.
- Implemented visual merchandising strategies to create an appealing shopping environment.
- Collaborated with department heads to align store goals with company objectives.
- Analyzed sales data to identify trends and adjust strategies accordingly.
- Fostered a positive team culture through effective communication and support initiatives.
- Coached employees to help each reach true potential and expand skill sets.
- Upheld open door policy to help employees feel comfortable voicing concerns.
- Organized regular meetings with the executive team to review progress on projects and initiatives.
- Identified areas of improvement in business operations processes, procedures and protocols.
- Conducted regular performance reviews with team members to assess individual strengths and weaknesses.
- Established effective communication channels throughout the executive team structure.
- Managed daily operations including budgeting, resource allocation, staffing requirements and project timelines.
- Facilitated collaboration between departments to maximize productivity levels across the organization.
- Analyzed financial statements to identify potential risks or opportunities for growth.
- Provided coaching and mentoring support to direct reports and other team members.
- Completed thorough opening, closing, and shift change functions to maintain operational standards each day.
- Researched out-of-stock items to find additional inventory in other store locations.
- Conducted department walkthroughs to assess and remedy factors such as cleanliness, inadequate stock levels and poor merchandising.
- Cultivated store brand and accomplished strategic business initiatives through close collaboration with district manager.
Education
BBA - Marketing Management
University of Arkansas
Fayetteville, Arkansas, AR05-1996
Skills
- Operational machinery management
- Safety compliance
- Quality control
- Process management
- Training development
- Team leadership
- Equipment operation
- Inventory management
- Effective communication
- Performance evaluation
Affiliations
United States Army, Active duty 1987-1991
Duty station: Ft. Campbell Ky
Achieved rank: E-5
Schools: Airborne, Air Assault, Pathfinder
Combat veteran: Desert Shield/ Desert Storm
Honorable discharge
Duty station: Ft. Campbell Ky
Achieved rank: E-5
Schools: Airborne, Air Assault, Pathfinder
Combat veteran: Desert Shield/ Desert Storm
Honorable discharge
Timeline
Warehouse worker supervisor
Navy Exchange
08.2020 - Current
Overnight Supervisor
Sam's Club
06.2019 - 08.2020
Overnight Team Lead
Sam's Club
01.2015 - 08.2019
Executive Team Leader
Target
06.1996 - 05.2013
BBA - Marketing Management
University of Arkansas