Nicholas Okenka
Dearborn Heights,MI
Summary
Accomplished Inventory Control Manager with over 10 years of leadership in high-volume distribution and logistics. Manages multi-million-dollar beverage inventory operations, implements SOPs to reduce shrinkage, and enhances operational efficiency. Leads cycle count programs, forecasts demand, ensures DOT/OSHA compliance, and develops high-performing teams to align inventory strategies with business objectives.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Inventory Control Manager
Great Lakes Wine & Spirits
01.2021 - Current
- Direct end-to-end inventory operations for a high-volume wine and spirits distributor, overseeing the full product lifecycle from receiving through sales fulfillment.
- Lead, hire, and develop an inventory control team; execute disciplinary actions and performance coaching to maintain productivity and accountability standards.
- Design and enforce SOPs across multiple warehouse departments, driving consistency and reducing process-related errors by standardizing workflows.
- Conduct monthly cycle count audits and reconcile discrepancies, achieving measurable reductions in shrinkage from breakage, mis-picks, and code-dated products.
- Manage forecasting and replenishment ordering to optimize stock levels and prevent out-of-stock or overstock conditions.
- Facilitate monthly cross-functional meetings with warehouse managers, brand/key account managers, and senior stakeholders to align inventory strategy with sales objectives.
- Oversee union workforce including CDL drivers and warehouse staff; ensure compliance with DOT regulations, OSHA safety standards, and MHE certification requirements.
- Investigated and resolved inventory discrepancies through root cause analysis; generated BOLs for returns and outbound shipments to streamline logistics.
Facilities Manager
Daniel Jacob Company (Anheuser-Busch Distributor)
01.2019 - 01.2021
- Managed facility operations for an Anheuser-Busch distribution center, ensuring safe, efficient, and compliant warehouse conditions.
- Oversaw preventive and corrective maintenance programs to minimize downtime and maintain equipment reliability.
- Enforced OSHA safety protocols and maintained a culture of workplace safety across all facility functions.
- Managed transportation DOT compliance and preventive maintenance scheduling.
- Oversaw inventory ordering and maintained strict days-on-hand levels using forecasting skills.
- Coordinated with logistics and operations teams to enhance inventory flow and distribution efficiency.
Warehouse Supervisor
Great Lakes Wine & Spirits
06.2014 - 01.2019
- Promoted from Accounts Receivable to Warehouse Supervisor within 14 months, demonstrating rapid career advancement through strong performance.
- Supervised receiving operations, hired and trained union warehouse workers, and delegated daily workloads to consistently meet productivity benchmarks.
- Led night production shifts to maintain operations during supervisor absences.
- Created BOLs and coordinated inbound/outbound scheduling with logistics carriers to optimize freight flow.
- Maintained clean, organized, and OSHA-compliant warehouse environment.
- Initiated career in accounts receivable to support financial transactions and reporting.: processed invoices, posted adjustments, made daily bank deposits, and reported sales to the general ledger.
Medical Office Administrator
All In Medical
01.2012 - 01.2014
- Managed front-office operations, ensuring accurate billing, insurance verification, and patient record maintenance within HIPAA compliance.
- Processed billing with appropriate ICD codes and coordinated timely specimen processing through medical couriers.
- Managed patient scheduling and appointment coordination for All In Medical office
- Answered phones and directed patient inquiries with professional communication
- Verified insurance details and updated patient demographic records
Education
Bachelor of Science - Organizational Management in Business
Spring Arbor University
Lambertville, MISkills
- Inventory forecasting
- Demand planning
- Inventory procurement
- Inbound/Outbound Logistics
- ERP / WMS Systems
- KPI Tracking & Reporting
- Audit management
- Process improvement
- Cross-Functional Stakeholder Management
- Vendor & Carrier Relations
- Warehouse Safety Compliance
- MHE Certification & Safety
- Labor Relations Management
Personal Information
Title: Senior Inventory Control Manager
Timeline
Inventory Control Manager
Great Lakes Wine & Spirits
01.2021 - Current
Facilities Manager
Daniel Jacob Company (Anheuser-Busch Distributor)
01.2019 - 01.2021
Warehouse Supervisor
Great Lakes Wine & Spirits
06.2014 - 01.2019
Medical Office Administrator
All In Medical
01.2012 - 01.2014
Bachelor of Science - Organizational Management in Business
Spring Arbor University