Lee Bethea
Stockton,California
Summary
Seeking a growth opportunity and willing to relocate.
EXPERIENCED, VERSATILE AND ENERGETIC WAREHOUSE MANAGER known for accuracy, flexibility and timeliness in maintaining product inventory, promoting a team-centered environment, upholding adherence to safety guidelines and ensuring accurate and cost-effective warehouse operations. Solutions-oriented professional dedicated to cultivating a positive and efficient work environment with progressive supervisory experience. Seeking a growth opportunity and willing to relocate.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Warehouse Manager
Allen Distribution
Stockton, CA
01.2022 - Current
- Allen is a privately owned-and-operated logistics company that believes long-term partner relationships are built on performance and trust
- Since 1988, our operations have been strategically based in Carlisle, Pennsylvania, in the heart of the Northeast's interstate network
- Combined with our locations in Allentown and Mechanicsburg, PA, Stockton and Ontario, CA, Fort Worth, TX, and Cincinnati, OH we operate 6 million square feet of warehouse space in multi-site distribution centers to store and distribute products throughout the United States through a combination of services, including: -Supply Chain Design -Logistics Management -Distribution -Fulfillment -Transportation -Freight Consolidation -DirectRail Serviced Warehouses -Custom Packaging -Temperature-Controlled Warehousing and Transportation
Branch Manager
Mygrant Glass
Stockton, CA
04.2021 - 01.2022
- Mygrant Glass is headquartered in Hayward, Ca., and is committed to maintaining the highest standard of service and the most extensive inventories possible
- We stock both OEM and generic brands from over 30 different factories around the world in an effort to provide our customers with the broadest choice of high-quality glass in the industry
- Unlike some other wholesalers, we never compete with our customers
- We do not own or operate any retail glass shops, nor do we carry architectural or commercial glass - we are focused solely on being an auto glass distributor.
Warehouse Supervisor
UNFI
Stockton, CA
08.2018 - 04.2021
- UNFI is North America's Premier Food Wholesaler
- We transform the world of food for our associates, customers, suppliers and the families we serve every day
- With deeper full store selection and compelling brands for every aisle, built on an unmatched heritage in great food and fresh thinking
- And smarter food solutions, from fulfillment to insights and beyond, that help entrepreneurs and major brands alike unlock their full potential and transform their businesses - for the better
- Better Food
- Better Future.
Warehouse Supervisor
SuperValu Inc.
Stockton, CA
06.2017 - 08.2018
- SUPERVALU INC
- Is one of the largest grocery wholesalers and retailers in the U.S
- With annual sales of approximately $14 billion
- SUPERVALU serves customers across the United States through a network of 3,437 stores composed of 3,323 wholesale primary stores operated by customers serviced by SUPERVALU's food distribution business and 114 traditional retail grocery stores in continuing operations operated under three retail banners in three geographic regions (store counts as of February 24, 2018)
- Headquartered in Minnesota, SUPERVALU has approximately 23,000 employees (in continuing operations)
- For more information about SUPERVALU visit www.supervalu.com.
Warehouse Supervisor
Unified Grocers
Stockton, CA
09.2015 - 03.2017
- Unified Grocers ("Unified") is the largest retailer-owned wholesale grocery cooperative in the western United States
- Unified offers independent retailers all the resources they need to compete in today's supermarket industry
- From cutting-edge jobs in logistics and transportation to food industry careers involving procurement, sales and accounting, Unified offers a wide range of career opportunities in a friendly, collaborative work environment with excellent benefits
- Unified is growing-apply for one of our many career opportunities today! Manage and supervise general warehouse operations and the daily activities Instruct and provide oversight to team members in the proper execution of all established quality, safety and sanitation practices of warehouse operations
- Responsible for all daily warehouse activities including, but not limited to scheduling, productivity reporting, sanitation, quality/inventory control and safety
- Manage proper rotation based on code dating, monitor product segregation and slotting of warehoused products
- Understanding of Warehouse Inventory Systems for general warehouse operations Utilize progressive coaching and counseling concepts according to established policies and procedures to provide continuous feedback on performance, increase employee retention and improve employee relations
Warehouse Supervisor
C&S Wholesale Grocers
Stockton, CA
09.2014 - 08.2015
- Manage and supervise general warehouse operations and the daily activities of up to 40 union Perishable Warehouse Associates in the receiving of over 100,00 cases daily
- Instruct and provide oversight to team members in the proper execution of all established quality, safety and sanitation practices of warehouse operations
- Responsible for all daily warehouse activities including, but not limited to scheduling, productivity reporting, sanitation, quality/inventory control and safety
- Manage proper rotation of over 12,000 SKUs based on code dating, monitor product segregation and slotting of warehoused products
- Understanding of Warehouse Inventory Control Systems (WICS) for general warehouse operations Utilize progressive coaching and counseling concepts according to established policies and procedures to provide continuous feedback on performance, increase employee retention and improve employee relations
DISTRIBUTION CENTER SUPERVISOR II
DOLLAR GENERAL
Lebec, CA
04.2012 - 09.2014
- LEBEC, CALIFORNIA [A $15 billion, Fortune 200 company with more than 10,000 stores in and 11 distribution centers in 40 states.] DISTRIBUTION CENTER SUPERVISOR II APRIL 2012-PRESENT This location distributes product to more than 130 locations in California, Nevada, New Mexico, Arizona and Utah
- Supervise, develop and motivate distribution center employees to drive efficient business results
- Collaborate with management to maximize shift productivity and work quality through proven leadership
- Maintain a cohesive team unit through hands-on coaching and performance evaluation
- Responsible for all daily warehouse activities including, but not limited to scheduling, productivity reporting, sanitation, quality/inventory control and safety
- Fluent understanding of Warehouse Management System reports and processes
- Proficient knowledge of all inbound and outbound functions within the distribution center
- Maintain vendor and retail store relations with a commitment to the highest levels of customer service and a team centric approach
- Oversee and evaluate daily staffing levels, evolving needs and staffing plan
- Ensure 100% compliance of safety programs and adherence to company policies, Standard Operating Procedures and practices
- Plan production goals and utilize Productivity Improvement Plan process to identify improvement areas
- Encompass exceptional interpersonal communication vital to maintaining a positive, values-centered and energetic work environment.
- May 2013 to present: Acting Outbound Manager on night shift overseeing all shipping functions and staff.
WAREHOUSE SUPERVISOR - DISTRIBUTION CENTER
SAFEWAY INCORPORATED
Tracy, CA
01.2005 - 01.2012
- TRACY, CALIFORNIA [A multi-billion dollar, Fortune 100 company with over 185,000 employees and more than 1,700 retail locations.] WAREHOUSE SUPERVISOR - DISTRIBUTION CENTER 2005- 2012
- Supervise, develop and motivate up to 100 union employees in Frozen Foods Department
- Maintain a cohesive team unit through hands-on coaching and performance evaluation
- Maximize accuracy, shift productivity and work quality through proven leadership
- Responsible for all daily warehouse activities including, but not limited to scheduling, productivity reporting, sanitation, quality/inventory control and safety
- Fluent understanding of EXE warehouse management system, COM system adjustments for store orders, Vocollect voice system, cube utilization and labor adjustments
- Proficient in cost saving in frozen food warehouse resets and ensuring cost effective warehouse operations
- Analyzed cost impact goals and implemented adjusted loader procedures, which resulted in an estimated savings in excess of $20,000 annually
- Maintain vendor and retail store relations through a commitment to the highest levels of customer service
- Ensure 100% compliance of safety programs and adherence to company policies, procedures and practices
- Served as Frozen Foods Safety Coordinator resulting in a nearly injury free year in 2007
- Promote a positive and innovative work environment.
Education
Bachelor of Arts -
Metropolitan State College of Denver
Metropolitan, UK01.2002
Associate of Arts -
San Joaquin Delta College
01.2000
Skills
- Supply Chain
- Warehouse Supervisor Experience
- Warehouse Management System
- Warehouse Management
- Food Industry
- Warehouse Distribution Experience
- Six Sigma
- Lean
- Logistics
- Computer Networking
- 5S
- Employee Evaluation
- Forklift
- Shipping & Receiving
- Inventory Control
- Logistics Management
- Loading and unloading
- Documentation
- Inventory Management
- Staff Management
- Quality Assurance
- Workforce Management
- Employee Scheduling
- Cost Reduction
- Workflow Coordination
- Budget Management
- Safety Monitoring
- Delegating Work
- Conflict Resolution
- Team Building and Leadership
- Inventory and Stocking
- Heavy Lifting
- Forklift Operations
- Operations Management
- Quality Management
- Hiring and Training
- Warehouse Operations
- Coaching and Motivation
- Continuous Improvement
- Shipping and receiving
- Collaborative Teamwork
- Goal Setting
- Problem-Solving
- Team coaching
Certification
- Six Sigma Global Institute Black Belt, 02/01/19
- Six Sigma Global Institute Green Belt, 07/01/18
- Six Sigma Global Institute Yellow Belt, 07/01/18
- Forklift Certification
Currentemployer
Allen Distribution
Currentlocation
Stockton, CA, 95215
Assessments
Warehouse shift leader, Highly Proficient, 02/01/21, Supervising warehouse staff and maintaining safety and security standards
Personal Information
Willing To Relocate: Anywhere
Accomplishments
- Basketball National Champion in college
- Team Captain
Work Preference
Work Type
Full TimeWork Location
On-SiteRemoteHybridImportant To Me
Work-life balanceCompany CulturePersonal development programsWork from home optionPaid time offTeam Building / Company RetreatsPaid sick leave401k matchStock Options / Equity / Profit Sharing4-day work weekCareer advancementTimeline
Warehouse Manager
Allen Distribution
01.2022 - Current
Branch Manager
Mygrant Glass
04.2021 - 01.2022
Warehouse Supervisor
UNFI
08.2018 - 04.2021
Warehouse Supervisor
SuperValu Inc.
06.2017 - 08.2018
Warehouse Supervisor
Unified Grocers
09.2015 - 03.2017
Warehouse Supervisor
C&S Wholesale Grocers
09.2014 - 08.2015
DISTRIBUTION CENTER SUPERVISOR II
DOLLAR GENERAL
04.2012 - 09.2014
WAREHOUSE SUPERVISOR - DISTRIBUTION CENTER
SAFEWAY INCORPORATED
01.2005 - 01.2012
Bachelor of Arts -
Metropolitan State College of Denver
Associate of Arts -
San Joaquin Delta College
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