Patrick Miller

• Supported the Vice President of Supply Chain in procurement, logistics, and vendor management functions.
• Reduced pallet and shipping costs by $125,000+ in 2024 through strategic vendor negotiations; on pace to exceed savings in 2025.
• Managed purchase orders in SAP ByDesign, ensuring accuracy in pricing, quantities, and vendor acknowledgments.
• Coordinated raw material and packaging availability with Production Scheduler and staff to maintain on-time production.
• Scheduled and verified inbound deliveries while maintaining accurate raw material receiving and inventory records.
• Investigated and resolved raw material issues in receiving and production, securing timely vendor credits for rejected materials.
• Oversaw vendor communications, freight invoices, and expedited shipments to support operational needs.

Area Supervisor

• Directed shipping and receiving teams, adapting to departmental needs to maintain operational efficiency.
• Ensured shipping accuracy by verifying loads, staging products, and confirming trailers were loaded safely and within weight limits.
• Managed receiving operations by validating incoming loads, coordinating unloading schedules, and leveraging company tools to streamline workflow.
• Tracked productivity and reconciled trailer records, correcting discrepancies between physical locations and company databases.
• Trained, mentored, and evaluated team members to strengthen skills, enhance performance, and ensure compliance with safety and quality standards.
• Maintained compliance with company standards for safety, accuracy, and efficiency in logistics operations.

Manager Trainee

• Supervised and coached team members across multiple departments, fostering accountability and productivity.
• Oversaw product flow from receiving through processing to outbound shipping, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
• Conducted safety and cleanliness inspections, driving adherence to organizational and safety standards.
• Led regular safety meetings and ensured employee training compliance, reinforcing a culture of safety and continuous improvement.
• Assisted in training and developing new employees, supporting operational readiness and long-term team success.
• Identified and implemented process improvements that enhanced efficiency and workflow in warehouse operations.

Progressed through multiple leadership roles over 17 years, advancing from Assistant General Manager to General Manager through consistent performance, dedication, and proven leadership.

• Held full accountability for store operations, bottom-line performance, strategic planning, and alignment with company vision.
• Directed a $1.5M annual operation, applying expertise to lead and motivate a dedicated team toward organizational success.
• Developed and executed strategies that consistently increased profitability and reduced operating expenses.
• Oversaw customer and in-store inventory management programs, identifying process gaps and implementing improvements to optimize efficiency.
• Reduced in-store inventory levels by $30,000 within one year through effective program management and cost-control measures.
• Recruited, interviewed, hired, onboarded, trained, and supervised team members, ensuring proper staffing and continuous professional development.
• Provided daily leadership in operations, ensuring compliance with company standards and delivering strong customer satisfaction results.