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Matthew Kershaw

Plainfield,CT

Summary

Proven leader at Walgreen's Distribution Center, adept in driving operational excellence through lean methodology and exceptional problem-solving skills. Spearheaded performance improvements, ensuring regulatory compliance and fostering team engagement. Excelled in communication, significantly enhancing cross-functional collaboration. Achieved notable success in safety and environmental stewardship as a recognized subject matter expert.

Overview

31
31
years of professional experience

Work History

Department Manager

Walgreen's Distribution Center
09.1993 - 06.2024

Managed a group of high performing team members in a designated functional area in the distribution center. Monitored team member performance utilizing Blue Yonder Labor Management System including performance management. Mentored team members through on the job training and partnered with department trainers to ensure adequate and proper training of new hires. Establish and cultivate morale and engagement of team members. Direct positive communication channels between cross-functional teams. Apply lean methodology to identify barriers and implement process improvements. Forecast daily department performance and budget based on forecasted volume and established performance goals. Participate in administrative activities, which may include defining resource needs and working within budget and staffing parameters to meet business objectives. Manage daily staffing needs for designated departments. Ensure compliance with all regulatory and standard operating procedures in each applicable functional area including record retention. Track and report department KPI's daily. Promote and maintain a safe work environment as well as meets established safety requirements.

Education

High School Diploma -

Woonsocket High School
Woonsocket, RI
06.1990

Skills

Excellent communication and organizational skills

Excellent problem solving skills and ability to meet and exceed goals and initiatives in a dynamic setting

Lean Six Sigma yellow belt trained 11/2022

Ability to apply lean methodology to achieve operational excellence

Environmental Champion Ensure compliance to all state and local regulatory requirements for handling and reporting hazmat including record retention Conduct all required training for processing, handling, and recycling as well as quarterly compliance audits

Center of Excellence travel audit team Subject matter expert traveling to other Walgreens distribution centers to ensure compliance to established sop

Safety Action Team leader Facilitate monthly meetings with department sat members to review safety topics and concerns

Microsoft Office, Teams, Power BI, and SQL

Timeline

Department Manager

Walgreen's Distribution Center
09.1993 - 06.2024

High School Diploma -

Woonsocket High School
Matthew Kershaw