Joseph Garvin
Lithonia,GA
Summary
Proven leader in warehouse operations, adept at enhancing stock control and workplace safety at Walmart. Spearheaded loss prevention strategies, significantly minimizing inventory discrepancies. Excelled in fostering team efficiency and implementing cost-reduction measures. Renowned for problem-solving abilities and reliability, consistently improving operational outcomes.
Professional in stock management with strong track record in overseeing inventory and logistics. Proven capability in streamlining stock processes and fostering collaborative work environment. Known for adaptability and reliability, excelling in dynamic and fast-paced settings. Key skills include leadership, inventory control, and team coordination.
Professional Warehouse Manager offering 13 years of expertise in supervising and training 50 employees working in large warehouses. Successful in meticulously managing logistics, planning employee schedules and communicating with other departments to provide smooth business operations. Talented in monitoring and replenishing current inventory stock based on consumer demand and sales forecasting.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Stock Supervisor
Walmart
09.2011 - Current
- Implemented loss prevention strategies, minimizing instances of theft and damage to inventory items.
- Improved order fulfillment rates, ensuring accurate picking and packing of products for shipment.
- Maintained a safe working environment by enforcing strict adherence to safety protocols and guidelines within the warehouse.
- Analyzed inventory to identify excess, slow-moving and obsolete inventory and oversaw disposition.
- Labeled, organized and located inventory items in staging areas or on shelves according to quantity, size, or type of material.
- Assisted in the development of standard operating procedures for warehouse processes, contributing to overall operational efficiency.
- Conducted regular performance reviews for staff members, offering constructive feedback and setting goals for improvement where necessary.
- Reduced stock discrepancies with meticulous record-keeping and timely communication with cross-functional teams.
- Managed team of stock associates, providing training and guidance to ensure consistent performance and adherence to company standards.
- Handled day-to-day shipping and receiving overseeing more than 8,000 packages per day.
3rd Shift Lead
Value City
08.2006 - 11.2008
- Facilitated collaboration between departments during the 3rd shift, ensuring seamless integration of activities and timely completion of projects.
- Managed conflicts among employees professionally while maintaining a positive work atmosphere conducive to productivity during the night shifts.
- Boosted employee productivity by implementing efficient scheduling and task allocation strategies for the 3rd shift team.
- Implemented cross-training programs designed to enhance skill sets within the third-shift workforce contributing towards operational flexibility.
- Devised and implemented processes and procedures to streamline operations.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
IUPUI
Indianapolis06-2012
Skills
- Warehouse operations
- Stock replenishment
- Demand forecasting
- Stock control
- Performance monitoring
- Replenishment compliance
- FIFO stocking
- Shipment processing
- Cost reduction
- Problem-solving abilities
- Reliability
- Workplace safety
Timeline
Stock Supervisor
Walmart
09.2011 - Current
3rd Shift Lead
Value City
08.2006 - 11.2008
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
IUPUI