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Kenneth Whitson

Peoria,AZ

Summary

Talented Operations Manager offering 25+ years of expertise in employee training, workload coordination and inventory control. Personable and driven with motivational management style and forward-thinking approach to challenges.

Overview

27
27
years of professional experience

Work History

Receiving Manager

Sportsman's Warehouse
Avondale,, AZ
09.2018 - 01.2024
  • Managed and organized the receiving of all incoming shipments.
  • Ensured accuracy in recording product information into inventory system.
  • Monitored stock levels and initiated reorder processes when necessary.
  • Verified items received against purchase orders to ensure accuracy of delivery quantities.
  • Maintained a safe work environment by adhering to safety regulations and policies.
  • Conducted regular staff meetings to discuss procedures, performance, and goals.
  • Processed on-line orders

Operations Manager

Dairy Maid a division of Shamrock Foods Co.
Phoenix, AZ
03.1997 - 08.2018
  • Monitored and improved efficiency of processes, team performance, and customer service.
  • Directed operations staff by providing guidance, training, and support in order to meet company objectives.
  • Performed cost analysis for various projects to determine budget requirements.
  • Ensured compliance with safety regulations and maintained a safe work environment for all personnel.
  • Analyzed data from daily reports to identify trends in production performance metrics.
  • Created detailed reports on the performance of individual departments within operations.
  • Managed staffing needs through recruitment, selection, onboarding and training, disciplinary action as necessary.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Business Administration

Arizona Western College
Yuma, AZ
06-1992

Skills

  • Delivery staging
  • Stockroom Organization
  • Equipment operations
  • Vendor returns processing
  • Safety Management
  • Staff Training
  • Vendor Relations
  • Warehouse Operations
  • Order Fulfillment
  • Budget Administration

Affiliations

I play multiple instruments and sing. I have been in several bands and have performed since I was 12.

Accomplishments

While working at Sportsman's Warehouse I received employee of the month several times.

Timeline

Receiving Manager

Sportsman's Warehouse
09.2018 - 01.2024

Operations Manager

Dairy Maid a division of Shamrock Foods Co.
03.1997 - 08.2018

Associate of Applied Science - Business Administration

Arizona Western College
Kenneth Whitson