Michael Kevin Langston
Canton,GA
Summary
Alert Inventory Control Lead with extensive knowledge of warehouse organization and safety. Committed to high-quality department operations with strong knowledge of shipping documents and quality assurance protocols. Successful at collaborating with other team members to facilitate scheduling and accurate inventory management. Seasoned supervisor with extensive task management expertise. Strong history of developing and executing resource planning, coordination and utilization strategies to meet performance goals.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Inventory Coordinator
Henry Schein Dental
10.2023 - Current
- Resolved discrepancies between physical counts and electronic records through thorough investigation and reconciliation efforts.
- Reduced stock discrepancies by diligently investigating variances and resolving issues promptly.
- Improved inventory accuracy by conducting regular audits and implementing an efficient tracking system.
- Performed data entry and completed proper paperwork.
- Investigated and resolved variances in inventory counts on monthly basis.
- Performed full inventory counts every 182.5 days.
- Created a cycle counting program to maintain accurate inventory records without disrupting daily operations.
- Maintained an up-to-date knowledge of industry best practices and trends, ensuring continuous improvement in inventory management processes.
- Collaborated with sales and production teams to forecast demand accurately and maintain optimal inventory levels.
- Developed comprehensive reports for management, highlighting inventory levels, trends, and areas of concern.
- Enhanced warehouse organization by redesigning storage layouts and implementing a barcode system for easy tracking.
- Optimized warehouse space utilization by regularly assessing layout effectiveness and making necessary adjustments as needed.
- Oversaw the safe disposal or recycling of obsolete or damaged materials in compliance with regulatory requirements.
- Oversaw multiple 3PLs and made sure 3PLs were in compliance with Henry Schein policies.
- Relocated inventory to new 3PL locations when warranted.
Warehouse Inventory Control Supervisor
Asmodee North America
06.2020 - Current
- Maintained control of cycle counts, physical inventory and discrepancy research.
- Collaborated with other departments within facility to educate and understand how functions affect inventory.
- Traced item history to determine reason for discrepancies between inventory and stock control records.
- Inventoried warehouse stock on monthly, quarterly and annual basis.
- Processed damaged goods and completed wasted inventory paperwork.
- Motivated and managed performance, activities, and responsibilities of between 3 and 10 people for Receiving and Inventory functions based on need.
- Balanced schedule and customer demands against team capabilities and available resources to meet performance objectives.
- Directed and coordinated roles and responsibilities of receiving floor staff with efficiency and intelligence.
- Conducted employee training and onboarding processes with strategic goals in mind.
- Unloaded pallets and deliveries and organized products in warehouse.
- Double-checked cargo inventories and documentation for accuracy.
- Compared shipping orders and invoices against contents received to verify accuracy.
- Regularly reviewed invoices and double-checked orders.
- Organized storage areas to optimize materials movements and minimize labor hours.
- Orchestrated routing by producing accurate shipping documentation and package labels.
- Worked with inventory managers and unloaders to plan deliveries.
- Coordinated warehouse organization scheme and product placements.
Warehouse Associate
Meyn America LLC
10.2019 - 02.2020
- Consistently lifted materials weighing as much as 50 pounds.
- Used hand-held devices and computers to record and monitor inventory levels and completed audits to uncover and address inaccuracies.
- Inspected work areas for cleanliness and obstacles and removed cartons and boxes to keep work areas organized and hazard-free.
- Recorded daily incoming delivery information and obtained vendor signature on delivery tickets.
- Maintained warehouse accessibility and safety for customer traffic by discarding empty boxes and removing obstacles from aisles.
- Entered quantity received against purchase order in computer system.
- Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
- Worked safely around moving machinery.
Server Trainer
Rootstock And Vine
02.2019 - 10.2019
- Taught servers to memorize menu ingredients and provide information on preparation methods.
- Trained new team members on restaurant procedures, menu items, and performance strategies.
- Provided continuous evaluation and feedback to server employees.
- Developed and implemented strategies to motivate and incentivize server performance and service delivery.
- Demonstrated strong knowledge of food and beverage service standards and led by example to instill in new servers.
Language Arts Instructor
Fulton County Schools
07.2008 - 05.2017
- Administered assessments and standardized tests to evaluate student progress.
- Evaluated academic skills of each student through verbal assessments, graded assignments and standardized tests.
- Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
- Led interesting and diverse group activities to engage students in course material.
- Supported student skill development in alignment with personal and academic goals.
- Promoted effective verbal and written communication through listening, speaking, reading and writing practice.
- Kept classroom organized, clean and safe for students and visitors.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Journalism, Print
Georgia State University
Atlanta, GAMaster of Arts - Education/Teaching And Learning
Georgia State University
Atlanta, GA08.2007
Skills
- Critical Thinking
- Safety Standards
- Inventory Control System Software
- Inventory Control Procedures
- Teamwork Skills
- Processing Orders
- Data Accuracy
- Personnel Training and Development
- Worker Supervision
- Project Planning and Scheduling
- Interpreting Orders
- Workflow Expediting
- SOP Writing
Certification
Lift certified
Lift Trainer Certified
Timeline
Inventory Coordinator
Henry Schein Dental
10.2023 - Current
Warehouse Inventory Control Supervisor
Asmodee North America
06.2020 - Current
Warehouse Associate
Meyn America LLC
10.2019 - 02.2020
Server Trainer
Rootstock And Vine
02.2019 - 10.2019
Language Arts Instructor
Fulton County Schools
07.2008 - 05.2017
Lift certified
Lift Trainer Certified
Bachelor of Arts - Journalism, Print
Georgia State University
Master of Arts - Education/Teaching And Learning
Georgia State University
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