JOHN SHERROD
Jacksonville,FL
Summary
Dynamic leader with a proven track record at Amazon, adept in workforce planning and recruitment marketing. Excelled in revitalizing teams and boosting profitability through targeted training and strategic oversight. Skilled in inventory control and fostering inter-departmental synergy, demonstrating exceptional organizational and communication abilities.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Recruitment Specialist
Joshua Christian Academy
Jacksonville, FL
07.2021 - Current
- Overseeing all operations with over 500 youth and 20 volunteers through education and sports
- Producing over $50,000 in grants and scholarships
- Organizing Day to Day practices and games
- Interpreted and explained human resources policies, procedures or regulations.
- Provided guidance and coaching to candidates on interview techniques and company culture.
- Provided feedback to unsuccessful applicants regarding their qualifications and the hiring process.
Area Supervisor
Tapestry - COACH
Jacksonville, FL
05.2018 - 06.2021
- Overseeing over 200 employees while managing daily workplace utilizing Six Sigma to increase Production
- Created safety modules for safety goals and training for leadership and employees
- Responsible for inventory control by performing internal inventory audits
- Collaborated with upper management regarding changes in policy or procedure that could improve workflow efficiency.
- Conducted regular training sessions to improve staff skills and knowledge.
- Collaborated with other departments to streamline operations and promote inter-departmental synergy.
Area Manager
Amazon
Jacksonville, FL
07.2014 - 05.2018
- Supervised business functions, employee staffing, customer retention and financial accountability for stores.
- Implemented training initiatives to coach staff on best practices and protocol for enhanced profitability.
- Revitalized underperforming teams and transformed profitability and productivity through targeted training.
- Reviewed staffing needs to ensure adequate coverage at all times in stores.
- Aligned procedures and protocols with changing business demands.
- Collaborated with other departments such as Human Resources or Marketing on initiatives related to Area Management duties.
Supervisor of Operations
UPS
Jacksonville, FL
11.2010 - 07.2014
- Planned delivery routing, team workflows, and promotional initiatives.
- Reviewed employees' work to check adherence to quality standards and proper procedures.
- Interpreted and explained work procedures and policies to brief staff.
- Directed day-to-day operations by spearheading implementation of short-term and long-term strategies to achieve business plan and profitability goals.
- Recruited, hired and trained crew members on application of projects, customer relations, and customer service.
Education
Bachelor of Science -
Central Michigan University
Bachelor of Arts -
Edward Waters College
Skills
- CPR
- Recruitment marketing
- Hiring strategy
- Recruiter training
- Onboarding process
- Workforce planning
- CUSTOMER SERVICE
- FORKLIFT CERTIFIED
- EMPLOYEE TRAINING
- INVENTORY CONTROL
- RESEARCH AND PROJECTS
- SAFETY AND HAZARD TRAINER
- ERTIFIED
- EXCEL
- OUTLOOK
- WORD
- POWER POINT
Accomplishments
- Enterprise Branch Manager Award for three consecutive months.
- Top three ranked ship dock manager for Amazon.
- River City New Youth Organization President Award.
- Employee of the Month for PLS Logistics.
Timeline
Recruitment Specialist
Joshua Christian Academy
07.2021 - Current
Area Supervisor
Tapestry - COACH
05.2018 - 06.2021
Area Manager
Amazon
07.2014 - 05.2018
Supervisor of Operations
UPS
11.2010 - 07.2014
Bachelor of Science -
Central Michigan University
Bachelor of Arts -
Edward Waters College
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