Kyle Thernes
De Witt,NE
Summary
Results-driven Director of Distribution with expertise in inventory oversight, resource allocation, and safety compliance. Proven ability to lead teams and optimize warehousing operations for enhanced efficiency.
Overview
1
1
Certification
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of Distribution
Farmers Cooperative
Plymouth, NE
08.2022 - Current
- Oversaw inventory control to ensure optimal stock levels in our warehouse
- Planned and prioritized distribution operations, leading daily activities in warehousing, transportation, and receiving.
- Directed equipment use and maintenance to maximize asset life expectancy.
- Collaborated with professionals to manage team work priorities, improving overall efficiency.
- Monitored inventory levels to maintain necessary product availability in warehouses.
- Analyzed invoices, work orders, consumption reports, and forecasts to predict peak delivery periods.
Warehouse Manager
D & K Agri Sales
Plymouth, NE
04.2021 - 08.2022
- Provided comprehensive instructions on job responsibilities, safety protocols, and company guidelines to new employees.
- Organized warehouse layout to optimize space utilization and facilitate high traffic areas.
- Generated shipping documents, packing lists, and invoices for efficient order processing.
- Operated forklifts to efficiently manage overhead storage spaces.
- Processed supply requests and prepared orders by pulling necessary materials.
- Established strong relationships with customers, vendors, and transport companies to enhance collaboration.
- Secured resources for materials, equipment, and personnel to support operational efficiency.
- Oversaw inventory management of incoming and outgoing materials through physical counts.
Regional Sales Representative
KSI
Sabetha, Kansas
10.2020 - 04.2021
- Monitored regional market and industry trends to enhance marketing and sales strategies.
- Expanded client base while promoting products to both new and existing customers.
- Processed orders and addressed customer inquiries via email, phone, and in-person interactions.
- Executed strategic meetings with customers to drive sales of company products and services.
- Assessed customer needs to recommend optimal products and services.
- Generated sales documentation, finalized deals, and maintained accurate records.
Parts Manager and Millwright
D & K Agri Sales
Plymouth, Nebraska
06.2019 - 10.2020
- Enhanced operations by connecting with customers for assistance and feedback collection.
- Maintained inventory accuracy through regular stock counts and discrepancy reconciliation.
- Established individual parts inventory levels to optimize turnover rates.
- Controlled daily parts program activities to enhance sales and inventory management.
- Managed customer inquiries and complaints about parts availability and pricing.
- Collaborated with sales team to support marketing initiatives and promotional efforts.
- Constructed grain legs, drags, conveyors, and other grain handling equipment.
- Cut and welded materials for custom applications to meet project specifications.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Agronomy And Crop Science
Northwest Missouri State University
Maryville, MO05-2018
Associate of Science - Diversified Agriculture
Southeast Community College
Beatrice, NE10-2014
Skills
- Warehousing operations and management
- Distribution network optimization
- Resource allocation strategies
- Supply chain software proficiency
- Inventory oversight
- Customer needs assessment
- Gas metal arc welding
- Safety compliance procedures
Certification
- Forklift Operator
- Class A CDL
- Drivers License
Timeline
Director of Distribution
Farmers Cooperative
08.2022 - Current
Warehouse Manager
D & K Agri Sales
04.2021 - 08.2022
Regional Sales Representative
KSI
10.2020 - 04.2021
Parts Manager and Millwright
D & K Agri Sales
06.2019 - 10.2020
Bachelor of Science - Agronomy And Crop Science
Northwest Missouri State University
Associate of Science - Diversified Agriculture
Southeast Community College