Nicholas Ferguson
Moody,AL
Summary
Operations and logistics professional with expertise in inventory management, warehouse operations, and process improvement. Maintains inventory accuracy across multiple locations and utilizes data analysis tools for informed decision-making. Aiming to leverage operational skills as a Finished Goods Specialist.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Area Manager
Woodgrain Distribution
, USA
12.2021 - Current
- Oversee operations across 50 retail locations, ensuring inventory accuracy, product availability, and compliance with company standards.
- Utilized Power BI and operational reporting tools to analyze sales and inventory trends, enabling data-driven business decisions.
- Developed and implemented process improvements that enhanced operational efficiency and supported territory performance objectives.
- Coordinated product replenishment with store leadership, optimizing inventory levels to enhance product availability.
- Conducted regular store audits to ensure compliance with merchandising standards and operational guidelines.
- Train and coach field personnel on inventory procedures, operational standards, and best practices.
Lead Field Service Representative
Woodgrain Distribution
, USA
07.2017 - 12.2021
- Coordinated inventory replenishment, merchandising execution, and product placement across multiple retail locations, ensuring optimal stock levels and enhancing product visibility.
- Cultivated relationships with store leadership to resolve inventory challenges and improve execution efficiency.
- Performed inventory audits and maintained accurate stock levels to support sales and customer demand.
- Coordinated deliveries and product movement while ensuring compliance with company standards.
- Developed and delivered onboarding and training programs for new employees on inventory management and operational procedures to improve team readiness.
Warehouse Manager
Showcat
, USA
08.2014 - 11.2016
- Directed daily warehouse operations, overseeing receiving, shipping, inventory control, order fulfillment, and logistics coordination to ensure smooth workflow.
- Coordinated inbound and outbound shipments, achieving accurate inventory records and timely deliveries.
- Maintained inventory accuracy through cycle counts and audits, enhancing process efficiency.
- Implemented standard operating procedures that reduced inventory discrepancies and improved workflow efficiency.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations and warehouse standards, fostering a safe work environment.
Education
Associate of Science - Electronics Engineering & Technology
ATI Career Training Center
Fort Lauderdale, FL03-2005
Skills
- Logistics coordination
- Warehouse operations
- Inventory accuracy
- Goods management
- Shipping and receiving
- Order fulfillment
- Inventory audits
- Quality control
- Safety compliance
- Process improvement
- Data-driven decisions
- Microsoft Excel
- Performance management
Timeline
Area Manager
Woodgrain Distribution
12.2021 - Current
Lead Field Service Representative
Woodgrain Distribution
07.2017 - 12.2021
Warehouse Manager
Showcat
08.2014 - 11.2016
Associate of Science - Electronics Engineering & Technology
ATI Career Training Center