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John Dieffenbacher
Avon,NY
Summary
Dynamic inventory management professional with a proven track record at Avantor Sciences, excelling in optimizing warehouse operations and enhancing stock control accuracy. Skilled in implementing advanced inventory software and fostering teamwork, I drive process improvements that elevate service standards and operational efficiency. Certified forklift driver with strong attention to detail.
Experienced with managing receiving processes and ensuring inventory accuracy. Utilizes efficient workflow strategies to improve operational performance. Track record of strong leadership and effective problem-solving in dynamic environments.
Proactive and goal-oriented professional with excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Known for reliability and adaptability, with swift capacity to learn and apply new skills. Committed to leveraging these qualities to drive team success and contribute to organizational growth.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Receiving Supervisor
Avantor Sciences
04.2022 - 06.2025
- Supervised receiving operations, ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards.
- Coordinated workflow between receiving, inventory management, and distribution teams.
- Trained and mentored staff on best practices for material handling and inventory control.
- Implemented process improvements that enhanced accuracy in stock receiving procedures.
- Monitored inventory levels, facilitating timely reordering of supplies to maintain efficiency.
- Conducted regular audits of received materials to ensure quality and compliance with specifications.
- Assisted in the development of training materials for new hires in receiving protocols.
Senior Inventory Controller
Avantor Sciences
01.2015 - 04.2022
- Oversaw inventory management processes to ensure accuracy and efficiency across multiple facilities.
- Developed and implemented strategic inventory control procedures, reducing discrepancies by enhancing tracking systems.
- Trained and mentored junior inventory staff on best practices for stock management and reporting protocols.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to optimize supply chain operations and improve inventory turnover rates.
- Analyzed inventory data to identify trends, driving informed decision-making for procurement strategies.
- Led initiatives to integrate advanced inventory management software, improving real-time visibility of stock levels.
- Conducted regular audits of inventory records to maintain compliance with industry regulations and internal standards.
- Trained new staff on job duties, company policies, and safety procedures for rapid onboarding.
- Oversaw warehouse staff and maintained efficiency in fast-paced environment.
- Maintained established levels of goods based on sales forecasts and demand to fulfill orders on time.
- Integrated warehouse operations with existing and new business processes.
- Conducted research to address shipping errors and packaging mistakes.
- Created and enforced detailed organization processes to increase quality and service standards.
- Collaborated with manufacturing and supply chain management.
- Led improvement initiatives to advance operational efficiencies and increase revenue.
- Tracked production and quality control systems to proactively identify deficiencies.
- Reviewed established business practices and improved processes to reduce expenses.
Education
High School Diploma -
Alfred State College
Alfred06-1996
Skills
- Computer skills
- Shipping and receiving
- Warehouse operations
- Load planning
- Stock control
- Forklift operation
- Records management
- Warehouse software systems
- Merchandise staging
- Interpersonal skills
- Inventory software
- Vendor coordination
- Teamwork and cooperation
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Punctual and reliable
- Package handling
- Warehouse safety
- Warehousing operations
- Effective communication
- Certified forklift driver
Accomplishments
- Resolved product issue through consumer testing.
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
- Supervised team of 9-18 staff members.
- Collaborated with team of 12 in the development of various Kaizen events.
- Achieved stellar employee labor management metrics by completing MOO's (method of observation) with accuracy and efficiency.
Certification
- Certified Distribution complete training, Avantor Sciences - 4/22 through 6/25
- PIT Training (both operational and certified trainer- 8/04 to 3/25
Interests
Timeline
Receiving Supervisor
Avantor Sciences
04.2022 - 06.2025
Senior Inventory Controller
Avantor Sciences
01.2015 - 04.2022
High School Diploma -
Alfred State College
Many award recommendations from various coworkers.
My previous employer, Avantor Sciences had an awards program, Where any employee, including supervisors and managers could recommend you for an award. I received awards for employee improvement, inventory efficiency, product placement, reduced overhead, Kaizen recommendations, proper training improvement, reorganization, collaboration with both customers, vendors and product managers, etc.