La'Wanda Meehan
Denton,TX
Summary
Hard-working, Self-motivated, Dependable person. Believe that Integrity and Character are number one in the overall success of any employee and will strive for excellence in this company. Enjoy working with others as well as working by myself also a Team player and a Team leader. A Loyal; Success oriented and have a good attitude towards work Will strive for the overall success of this company. Competent Logistics Manager offering wealth of experience in maintaining proper product rotations and ensuring compliance with government regulations. Background in business management with additional training in distribution and team building. Works well within union or nonunion environments.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Location Manager
Riverstone Logistics
06.2023 - Current
- Oversight of daily operations and ensure daily objectives are being met
- Act as an Location's point of contact in absence of Location Manager
- Implemented the Lean Six Sigma throughout the warehouse
- Ensure the planning and scheduling of distribution services in executed in a timely manner
- Manage and perform activities related to dispatching, routing, and tracking transportation
- Support an environment that fosters open and positive team communication
- Integrated warehouse operations with existing and new business processes.
- Reviewed established business practices and improved processes to reduce expenses.
- Oversaw warehouse staff and maintained efficiency in fast-paced environment.
- Build a strong rapport with our service providers and clients
- Communicate daily/shift goal of facility and group(s); device, communicate and implement plans to obtain operational goals; work with and motivate employees to ensure goal achievement; provide progress or constraint updates to management and implement corrective measures as needed
- Enforce location safety management plans
- Delegate and appoint work amount the team
- Manage a team up to 8 direct reports (punctuality, performance PTO, discipline, coaching, etc.)
- Make independent discretion and judgement to help build company standards
- Manage logistics services.
- Optimized scheduling efficiency by coordinating staff assignments and daily responsibilities.
- Improved customer satisfaction with prompt resolution of inquiries and concerns.
- Streamlined inventory management, ensuring accurate tracking and timely replenishment of stock.
- Enhanced team collaboration through regular communication and constructive feedback.
- Fostered a positive work environment by promoting teamwork and recognizing employee achievements.
- Assisted in the hiring process to select well-qualified candidates for various positions within the location.
- Ensured compliance with company policies and procedures through consistent enforcement and training efforts.
- Spearheaded customer retention initiatives, resulting in improved loyalty rates over time.
- Implemented safety protocols to minimize workplace accidents, consistently maintaining a safe environment for employees and customers alike.
- Established strong relationships with vendors, negotiating favorable terms for products and services rendered.
- Effectively addressed employee performance issues through coaching, mentoring, or disciplinary action as necessary.
- Collaborated with upper management to develop strategic goals for the location that aligned with company-wide objectives.
- Identified opportunities for operational improvements, implementing changes that resulted in increased efficiency and profitability over time.
- Provided support during high-volume periods by assisting staff members with various tasks as needed.
- Evaluated current processes, identifying areas for improvement that ultimately led to more streamlined operations.
- Successfully managed day-to-day operations during times of transition or leadership absences.
- Developed comprehensive training programs for new hires that facilitated quick integration into the workforce while upholding high standards of professionalism.
- Built strong team through proactive recruitment and hiring strategies.
- Trained new staff on job duties, company policies, and safety procedures for rapid onboarding.
- Coordinated driver dispatch to accomplish daily delivery requirements.
- Developed and maintained knowledgeable and productive team of employees.
Shipping and Receiving Supervisor
Web Industries / Cad Cut Inc.
01.2018 - 01.2022
- Shipping: Review customer PO's and Sales Orders
- Ship product to Customers by required ship dates
- Prep, package and load shipments
- Provide good communications to Customer Care and Production
- Receiving: Review receipts
- Receive product in a timely manner for production
- FIFO received materials for production
- Provide communications of Non-Conforming materials to Quality
- Provide good communications to Production about received products.
- Enhanced warehouse efficiency by implementing streamlined shipping and receiving processes.
- Reduced order errors through meticulous attention to detail in the verification of incoming and outgoing shipments.
- Managed inventory levels effectively through regular audits, adjustments, and communication with suppliers.
- Coordinated with multiple departments for seamless order fulfillment, enhancing cross-functional collaboration within the company.
- Oversaw loading dock operations, maintaining a safe environment and preventing accidents or delays during peak hours.
- Evaluated employee performance regularly, providing constructive feedback that led to improved productivity and job satisfaction among team members.
- Oversaw warehouse crew stocking inventory and preparing loads.
- Prepared and maintained accurate records of shipments and deliveries to enable tracking history and acquire consistent information.
- Responded to customer inquiries and resolved complaints to establish trust and increase satisfaction.
Team Lead
USFI -Deluxe
01.2014 - 01.2018
- Team Lead overseeing 15 employees pick pack ship in the fulfillment department
- Assisted in improving pick pack and ship operation by 12% averaging additional 19,000 orders per week
- Lead team of 3 cycle counting to ensure met all company metrics for 3PL clients
- Trainer on WMS system provided staff with end users information on all modules
- Collaborated with Management Staff to ensure that all SLA's are met daily providing all of our clients with optimum throughput
- Quality Control, auditing loads, verified 100% checking ensure integrity of all orders going out
- Order processing, UPS, Fed Ex, US Mail and LTL, WMS.
Automated Logistics Supervisor
US Army Active Duty
01.2006 - 01.2010
- Stored and maintained accurate inventory and physical security of parts and equipment
- Ordered, tracked, and oversaw the reception of over 100 Million dollars' worth of Maintained Inventory and was responsible of Military equipment valued over $78.5milion
- Supervised, instructed, and mentored subordinated soldiers
- Supervised daily routine of motor pool management and logistic distribution
- Maintain parts required to repair and maintain military equipment
- Maintained, updated, and transferred unit parts to and from Unit Level Logistics System Ground
- (ULLS-G)
- Verified turn in equipment from customers ensuring zero loss
- Coordinated with other organizations to received equipment resulting in project success
- Ensured all maintenance historical records are maintained in the Standard Army Maintenance System Enhanced (SAMS-E) system
- Conducted inventory cycle counts.
Education
Associate in Science -
Collin County Community College
Frisco, TX01.2014
U.S. Army
Fort Campbell, KY01.2009
U.S. Army
Fort Lee, VA01.2007
Skills
- Logistics Management
- Shipping management
- Warehouse Operations
- Distribution Strategy
- Shipping Documentation
- Proficient in Warehouse Management
- Lean Six Sigma
- Shipping and receiving operations
- Inventory Accuracy
Certification
Timeline
Assistant Location Manager
Riverstone Logistics
06.2023 - Current
Shipping and Receiving Supervisor
Web Industries / Cad Cut Inc.
01.2018 - 01.2022
Team Lead
USFI -Deluxe
01.2014 - 01.2018
Automated Logistics Supervisor
US Army Active Duty
01.2006 - 01.2010
Associate in Science -
Collin County Community College
U.S. Army
U.S. Army
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