Lance Mead

• Supervised and mentored inventory specialists and receivers within 254-bed Acute medical facility
• Conducted team huddles and facilitated daily communications to keep staff informed and motivated
• Designed and implemented processes and best practices to streamline operations and guide team effectively
• Formulated solutions for backorders to ensure smooth inventory management
• Provided comprehensive training to staff, utilizing both hands-on coaching and classroom instruction methodologies.
• Conducted cycle counts and adjusted inventory levels to meet demand

• Responsible for obtaining and providing supplies to operate Mishawaka campus
• Conducts cycle counts, investigates stock outs, back orders and discrepancies
• Identifies root cause and makes recommendations for correction to Supervisor
• Ensures data for all Periodic Automatic Replenishment (PAR) including low unit of measure, and perpetual inventory locations are maintained and up to date
• PeopleSoft functionality, documents and reports all problems to peers and supervisor
• Analyzes data using software application (PeopleSoft, Lawson, Excel)
• Provides support and assists in obtaining resources needed for training, utilization and enhancements, related to operation and use of various supplies, equipment and software
• Follows department operational policies and processes and makes recommendations for improvement
• Assists with all daily Distribution functions including receiving daily shipments and filling requisitions
• Developed and implemented efficient inventory management strategies to optimize workflow
• Conducted regular audits to identify discrepancies and improve inventory control processes
• Demonstrated proficiency in utilizing inventory management software to track goods and streamline operations.

• Led team in achieving sales goals by implementing effective customer service strategies
• Managed inventory levels and replenishment to ensure optimal product availability
• Trained new employees on store operations and company policies and procedures.

Responsible for overall presentation of store and providing customers exceptional shopping experience

• Ensuring store is correctly stocked, properly represented, and ensuring all merchandise and replenishment activities are done according to policy
• Responsible for all Manager on Duty functions including customer service, cash handling and coaching associates
• Responsible for merchandising activities including monthly planner sets and planograms
• Responsible for Inventory adjustments, pricing and out of date compliance.