Larry Powell
Palm Harbor,FL
Summary
Results oriented professional with over 27 years of Distribution Center Management. With combined experience in both large and medium sized business. Background includes, total operations management, customer service, quality, and safety. Strengths include a customer focused management style leading to increased sales, cost reduction, and profit maximization.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Independent Property Claims Adjuster
Allcat Claims Service
04.2021 - Current
- Developed and maintained working relationships with independent adjusters and contractors to assist in prompt claims handling.
- Scoped and photographed properties for defects and damage.
- Investigated claims by reviewing policy contracts to determine claim coverage based on cause and facts of loss.
- Carefully reviewed claim information to verify accuracy and avert fraudulent claims.
- Delivered exceptional customer service to policyholders by communicating important information and patiently listening to issues.
- Developed effective techniques to mitigate losses.
Distribution Center Manager
Hercules Sealing Products
02.2003 - 04.2021
- Supervised team of 102 employees and oversaw all activities for 120,000 square foot warehouse.
- Managed both inbound and outbound deliveries to verify orders were picked and shipped on time or swiftly and correctly placed into inventory.
- Immediately addressed logistical issues and applied remediation techniques.
- Led improvement initiatives to advance operational efficiencies and increase revenue.
- Developed and maintained knowledgeable and productive team of employees.
- Created and enforced detailed organization processes to increase quality and service standards.
- Negotiated contracts with outside providers and rates for facility leases to minimize costs to company.
- Integrated warehouse operations with existing and new business processes.
- Trained new staff on job duties, company policies, and safety procedures for rapid onboarding.
Distribution Center Manager
Reptron Electronics
01.1993 - 02.2003
- Supervised team of 40 employees and oversaw all activities for 72,500 square foot warehouse.
- Managed both inbound and outbound deliveries to verify orders were picked and shipped on time or swiftly and correctly placed into inventory.
- Implemented safety guidelines for warehouse and trained employees on applicable policies.
- Immediately addressed logistical issues and applied remediation techniques.
- Reviewed and negotiated contracts with carriers to optimize shipping costs.
- Prospected for leads to build pipeline and convert to sales opportunities.
- Directed activities of staff performing repairs and maintenance to equipment, vehicles, and facilities.
- Trained new staff on job duties, company policies, and safety procedures for rapid onboarding.
- Organized records of vehicles, schedules and completed orders.
313th Military Intelligence
82nd Airborne, United States Army
01.1990 - 01.1993
- Monitored surveillance and personnel to maximize unit and facility safety.
- Analyzed and collected various forms of data.
- Prioritized threat levels for analyzing and communication.
- Advised senior military members and commanders based on intelligence findings.
- Assisted in development of intelligence strategies and policies to support operations.
- Utilized intelligence collection platforms and analysis techniques to identify and document intelligence gaps.
Education
BSBM -
University of Phoenix
Skills
- Operations Analysis
- Claim Validity Determination
- Technology Design
- Investigate Property Damage
- Customer Satisfaction
- Profit Margins
- Operation and Control
- Quality Assurance
- Critical Thinking
Certification
- OSHA 30 Certification
- UPS/FedEx Hazmat Certification
- Bastian Autostore Certification
- Fork Lift Certification
- Scissors Lift Certification
- Building Maintenance Certification
- USAA Independent Adjuster Certification
Timeline
Independent Property Claims Adjuster
Allcat Claims Service
04.2021 - Current
Distribution Center Manager
Hercules Sealing Products
02.2003 - 04.2021
Distribution Center Manager
Reptron Electronics
01.1993 - 02.2003
313th Military Intelligence
82nd Airborne, United States Army
01.1990 - 01.1993
BSBM -
University of Phoenix
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