Joseph Thorne
LifeNet Health
Chesapeake,VA
18
years of professional experience
Detail-oriented inventory control technician with 15+ years of experience in warehouse operations and retail management. Skilled in cycle counts, ERP transactions, and receiving processes. Focused on reducing discrepancies, improving stock accuracy, and supporting uninterrupted production and distribution.
Work History
Inventory Control Technician
7 Years- Performed cycle counts and reconciled discrepancies between physical stock and ERP transactions.
- Coordinated inventory replenishment to support uninterrupted production and distribution workflows.
- Tracked receiving, labeling, and storage of materials in compliance with SOP requirements.
- Audited inventory records to maintain lot traceability and stock accuracy across controlled materials.
- Monitored expiration dates, quarantined nonconforming items, and maintained compliant disposition status.
- Investigated stock variances and corrected master data to improve record integrity.
- Trained teammates on inventory procedures, barcode scanning, and accurate transaction documentation.
- Maintained accurate inventory records using ERP and barcode scanning systems.
Department Manager
8 Years 6 Months- Directed department associates to maintain merchandising standards, customer service, and daily floor readiness.
- Monitored sales floor conditions and resolved customer concerns to support smooth shopping experiences.
- Coordinated inventory replenishment, backroom organization, and accurate product placement across assigned areas.
- Trained associates on stocking procedures, zoning expectations, and store safety requirements.
- Scheduled labor and assigned tasks to balance coverage, workload, and operational priorities.
- Reviewed inventory levels and store reports to identify shortages, process gaps, and execution needs.
- Enforced compliance with company policies, shrink controls, and merchandise handling procedures.
- Collaborated with store leadership to improve department performance, execution consistency, and team accountability.
- Oversaw inventory management processes, maintaining optimal stock levels while minimizing waste and losses due to shrinkage or obsolescence.
Assistant Store Manager
2 Years 10 Months- Supervised daily store operations, ensuring consistent customer service and policy compliance.
- Scheduled shifts and adjusted staffing to support peak traffic and labor efficiency.
- Monitored inventory levels, coordinated stock replenishment, and reduced out-of-stock conditions.
- Trained and coached associates on POS procedures, merchandising standards, and transaction accuracy.
- Resolved customer concerns promptly, maintaining service quality and store reputation.
- Enforced cash handling procedures, register balancing, and loss prevention controls.
- Supported food service and convenience merchandising standards across sales floor and checkout areas.
- Reviewed operational issues, identified process improvements, and strengthened team accountability.
- Managed cash registers efficiently, ensuring accurate transactions, balancing drawers daily, and minimizing discrepancies.
- Managed opening and closing procedures and recommended changes to enhance efficiency of daily activities.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Spanish Language And Literature
- MINORS: LATIN AMERICAN STUDIES AND SECONDARY EDUCATION
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts
High School Diploma
Skills
Inventory audits
Warehouse operations
Purchase order management
Shipping and receiving
Warehouse management
Cycle counting
Storage optimization
Pallet jack operation
Product identification
Attention to detail
Teamwork and collaboration
Timeline
Inventory Control Technician
LifeNet Health
09.2019 - 09.2026Read More
Department Manager
Walmart
03.2011 - 09.2019Read More
Assistant Store Manager
WILCO-HESS
04.2008 - 02.2011Read More
Old Dominion University
Bachelor of Arts from Spanish Language And Literature
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Tidewater Community College
Associate of Arts from Liberal Arts
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HICKORY HIGH SCHOOL
High School Diploma
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