Melissa Nichols
Westland
Summary
Professional logistics specialist with proven ability to streamline inventory processes and optimize supply chain efficiency. Strong collaborative skills and adaptable to dynamic environments, ensuring reliable and consistent performance. Expertise in inventory management systems, data analysis, and problem-solving, resulting in effective inventory control and operational excellence, boosting sales and customer satisfaction.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Inventory Specialist
Interstate Trucksource
05.2022 - Current
- Manage inventory levels to ensure optimal stock availability utilizing both the Mack LPA and HINO Parts Eye inventory ordering systems.
- Conduct regular cycle counts to verify accuracy of inventory records and prevent discrepancies, utilizing Karmak Fusion, filing and reconciling discrepancies as needed.
- Conduct daily shipping and receiving duties, confirming purchase orders, correcting any mistakes, filing discrepancies as needed
- Utilize Karmak Fusion to track stock movements and generate reports.
- Manage the return process for cores and damaged or defective goods, ensuring prompt resolution for both the company and customers and minimizing financial loss for both.
General Manager
North Point Bar and Grill
01.2019 - 05.2022
- Oversaw daily operations to ensure high-quality service and customer satisfaction while maintaining a positive P & L.
- Developed new menu items, enhancing brand visibility and attracting new customers to raise sales and profitability.
- Fostered a positive work environment by promoting teamwork and open communication among staff members.
- Coordinated vendor relationships to secure favorable terms and maintain quality supply chains.
- Managed budget implementations, employee reviews, training, schedules, and contract negotiations.
- Implemented inventory management systems to optimize stock levels and reduce waste.
- Analyzed financial reports to identify trends, improve profitability, and drive informed decision-making.
Manager
JK&T Wings
03.2011 - 06.2018
- Led operational strategies to enhance delivery efficiency and customer satisfaction.
- Developed and implemented training programs for staff, improving team performance and cohesion.
- Analyzed logistics processes to identify areas for cost reduction and process optimization.
- Oversaw inventory management systems, ensuring accuracy and timely replenishment of stock levels.
Education
High School Diploma -
Kingston High School
Kingston, MISkills
- Attention to detail
- Customer service
- Inventory control
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Shipping and receiving
- Inventory tracking
- Order fulfillment
- Order picking and processing
- Inventory accounts reconciliation
- Inventory counts
- Error adjustments
- Ordering supplies
- Discrepancy resolution
- Records management
- Supply and demand requirements
- Vendor management
- Sales planning
- Customer buying habits
- Trend forecasting
Timeline
Inventory Specialist
Interstate Trucksource
05.2022 - Current
General Manager
North Point Bar and Grill
01.2019 - 05.2022
Manager
JK&T Wings
03.2011 - 06.2018
High School Diploma -
Kingston High School