Matt Sommo
New Providence,NJ
Summary
Results-oriented warehouse manager skilled in inventory management, logistics coordination, and team training. Proven ability to streamline processes and enhance operational efficiency.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Warehouse Manager
A Party Center
Berkeley Heights, New Jersey
04.2025 - Current
- Managed daily warehouse operations to ensure efficient workflow.
- Oversaw inventory management and organization of supplies and equipment.
- Trained staff on safety protocols and operational procedures.
- Coordinated shipping and receiving processes for timely deliveries.
- Maintained accurate records of shipments and inventory levels.
Assistant Varsity Baseball Coach
Oratory Prep
09.2022 - Current
- Assisted in developing practice plans and game strategies for student-athletes.
- Conducted skill assessments to improve player performance and teamwork.
- Analyzed game footage to identify areas for improvement and training focus.
- Maintained accurate records of player performance statistics during practices and games.
- Enforced rules established by school administration or athletic department policy.
- Hit fungos and threw batting practice when necessary, during practice, and before games.
- Coaches first base during games
General Manager
Taylor Rental / Party Plus
Berkeley Heights, New Jersey
11.2020 - 04.2025
- Oversaw daily operations for equipment rental and event planning services.
- Managed staff scheduling and coordinated training programs for team members.
- Resolved customer complaints quickly while maintaining high quality standards of service delivery.
- Trained employees on duties, policies and procedures.
- Established and maintained effective communication with staff members to ensure efficient operations.
- Built and maintained loyal, long-term customer relationships through effective account management.
Head JV Baseball Coach
Oratory Prep
Summit, NJ
02.2022 - 09.2022
- Organized and led team practices focusing on fundamentals and strategy.
- Communicated effectively with parents regarding player development and expectations.
- Evaluated player performance and provided constructive feedback for improvement.
- Fostered teamwork and sportsmanship among players through positive reinforcement.
Rental Consultant
Taylor Rental Center of New Jersey
Berkeley Heights, NJ
06.2001 - 11.2020
- Assisted customers in selecting rental equipment for various projects.
- Maintained accurate inventory records for rental items and supplies.
- Processed rental agreements and ensured compliance with company policies.
- Addressed customer inquiries and resolved issues promptly and professionally.
Associate Site Manager
Major League Baseball Advanced Media
York, New York
04.2016 - 03.2017
- Oversaw daily operations of digital media production for live sports events.
- Monitored compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements.
Assistant Baseball Coach
Drew University
Madison, NJ
03.2011 - 10.2012
- Help with recruiting
- Help with winter and summer camps
- Threw batting practice as needed
- Hit fungos as needed
- Member of Landmark Conference Coaching Staff of the Year in 2012
Finance Clerk - A/P
Raritan Valley Community College
Branchburg Township, New Jersey
09.2008 - 01.2010
- Processed financial transactions and maintained accurate records for student accounts.
- Managed vendor payments and ensured timely processing of invoices.
- Responded promptly to inquiries from management regarding financial results or special reporting requests.
- Communicated with students regarding account inquiries and payment options effectively.
- Performed data entry for credit card and cash transactions in general ledger.
- Researched discrepancies between vendor invoices and purchase orders.
- Assisted in the preparation of financial reports including balance sheets, income statements, cash flows.
- Reviewed daily financial transactions for accuracy and completeness.
- Managed collections efforts for past due customer balances.
- Prepared expense reports for employee travel, office expenses and petty cash.
- Communicated effectively with vendors regarding billing issues or payment status.
- Processed payments in compliance with established policies and procedures.
- Assisted accounting department with financial recordkeeping for external audits.
- Performed database entry updates to keep information current.
- Coded invoices to maintain organized and accurate records.
- Greeted customers, answered account questions and resolved complaints.
Head Baseball Coach
Raritan Valley Community College
08.2007 - 01.2010
- Developed training programs to enhance player skills and team performance.
- Organized practice sessions to improve teamwork and strategic play.
- Evaluated player performance to provide constructive feedback and guidance.
- Coordinated game schedules with other colleges for competitive opportunities.
- Mentored assistant coaches to ensure consistent coaching strategies and methods.
- Managed equipment inventory to maintain quality and availability for practices.
- Communicated effectively with players and parents regarding expectations and policies.
- Led recruitment efforts to attract talented student-athletes to the baseball program.
- Scheduled games against other teams in accordance with league regulations.
- Worked closely with athletic directors to coordinate transportation arrangements for away games or tournaments.
- Created and enforced team rules to ensure that all members of the team were held accountable for their performance both on and off the field.
- Managed administrative tasks such as filing paperwork or updating rosters when needed.
- Prepared budgets for equipment purchases and travel expenses necessary for participation in away games or tournaments.
- Monitored academic eligibility standards for each player to ensure compliance with school rules.
Assistant Athletic Director
Raritan Valley Community College
08.2007 - 09.2008
- Managed budgets and resources for various sports teams and activities.
- Developed policies and procedures to ensure compliance with regulations.
- Collaborated with coaches to support athlete development and performance.
- Implemented marketing strategies to promote athletic events on campus.
- Attended conferences related to athletics administration topics.
- Assisted in the development of policies and procedures for the department.
- Established and maintained positive relationships with students, coaches, parents, alumni and other stakeholders.
- Provided guidance to student-athletes about college admissions process or NCAA eligibility requirements.
Education
BA - Communications
William Paterson University of New Jersey
01.2006
Skills
- Inventory management
- Customer service
- Purchasing management
- Database management
- Logistics coordination
- Operations planning
- Inventory and stocking
- Financial tracking
- Record keeping
- Customer relationship management
- Effective communication
- Problem solving
- Time management
- Decision making
- Warehouse logistics
- Order picking and processing
- Order fulfillment
- Supplies inventory
- Billing and invoicing
- Data entry
Timeline
Warehouse Manager
A Party Center
04.2025 - Current
Assistant Varsity Baseball Coach
Oratory Prep
09.2022 - Current
Head JV Baseball Coach
Oratory Prep
02.2022 - 09.2022
General Manager
Taylor Rental / Party Plus
11.2020 - 04.2025
Associate Site Manager
Major League Baseball Advanced Media
04.2016 - 03.2017
Assistant Baseball Coach
Drew University
03.2011 - 10.2012
Finance Clerk - A/P
Raritan Valley Community College
09.2008 - 01.2010
Head Baseball Coach
Raritan Valley Community College
08.2007 - 01.2010
Assistant Athletic Director
Raritan Valley Community College
08.2007 - 09.2008
Rental Consultant
Taylor Rental Center of New Jersey
06.2001 - 11.2020
BA - Communications
William Paterson University of New Jersey
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