Kennedy Jens
Billings,MT
Summary
Experienced Parts Warehouse Manager with a background in inventory control, operations management, and team leadership. Possess strong organizational skills that enhance efficiency and accuracy within warehouse settings. Demonstrated ability to drive cost reduction through effective parts sourcing and negotiation while maintaining high levels of service quality. Skilled at implementing process improvements that increase productivity and reduce downtime.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Parts/Warehouse Manager
RDO Equipment
Billings
01.2022 - Current
- Oversaw inventory of incoming and outgoing materials based on physical counts and bar-code systems.
- Operated forklifts to fill or empty overhead spaces.
- Coordinated with other departments within organization regarding status of orders placed.
- Ensured compliance with applicable laws and regulations pertaining to storage and handling of hazardous materials.
- Created reports on productivity and quality control metrics.
- Identified opportunities for improved customer service by streamlining ordering procedures.
- Created and enforced policies and procedures for entire logistics team.
- Established and maintained good relations with customers, vendors, and transport companies.
- Partnered with leadership team to resolve order management challenges, safety or regulatory issues.
- Researched new technologies to improve efficiency of warehousing activities.
- Negotiated contracts with suppliers for the purchase of parts at discounted prices.
Parts/Sales Associate
FEI Inc.
Billings, Montana
03.2013 - 01.2022
- Followed standards of care and compliance per company and legal requirements.
- Developed relationships with vendors to ensure timely delivery of parts at competitive prices.
- Negotiated and closed deals with minimal oversight.
- Tracked team performance targets and sales metrics to identify areas for improvement.
- Attended trade shows and industry events to stay informed about current trends in the automotive parts industry.
- Built strong, professional relationships through identification of client needs, which increased overall sales and opportunities.
- Collaborated with other departments within the organization to ensure smooth operations.
- Maintained accurate inventory records using computerized tracking systems.
- Inspected incoming shipments for damage or discrepancies.
- Applied barcodes to cargo and used digital scanners to track and locate materials during transportation.
- Used digital database to keep records of units and stock moved.
- Operated scanners, computers, and other equipment to track orders.
- Performed cycle counts to maintain accurate inventory records.
- Maintained stock levels in accordance with company policies.
- Received and tracked incoming inventory shipments.
- Assembled orders according to customer requests.
- Moved large and bulky items manually or with pallet jacks or forklifts.
- Organized warehouse space for efficient storage of products.
- Prepared and completed warehouse orders for delivery or pickup according to schedule.
- Identified discrepancies between physical count and computer data.
- Packaged items carefully using protective materials like bubble wrap or foam sheets.
- Verified accuracy of incoming shipments against purchase orders.
- Staged and sorted multiple types of products for loading.
Crane Technician
Anderson Services Inc
Billings, MT
04.2011 - 03.2013
- Assisted in the installation of overhead crane systems including rigging and power wiring.
- Prepared detailed reports outlining work performed on each piece of equipment serviced.
- Adjusted crane operating parameters to improve performance levels.
- Conducted regular inspections of hoist ropes, sheaves, wire rope slings and shackles for wear or damage.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Mathematics Education
The University of Montana
Missoula, MT05-2000
Skills
- Inventory management
- Order fulfillment
- Forklift operation
- Hazardous materials compliance
- Data analysis
- Supplier negotiation
- Customer service
- Team leadership
- Logistics coordination
- Process optimization
- Multitasking Abilities
- Project planning and scheduling
- Safety standards
- Warehouse operation oversight
- Warehouse logistics
- Customer relationship management
- Inventory and stocking
- Price structuring
- Time management abilities
- Service coordination
- Self motivation
- Documentation
- Quality management
- Cost control and tracking
- Cost analysis
- Route optimization
- Goal setting
Timeline
Parts/Warehouse Manager
RDO Equipment
01.2022 - Current
Parts/Sales Associate
FEI Inc.
03.2013 - 01.2022
Crane Technician
Anderson Services Inc
04.2011 - 03.2013
Bachelor of Arts - Mathematics Education
The University of Montana