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Richard Atkin

Taylorsville

Summary

Hardworking and detail-oriented Inventory Specialist with proven success at Skimo Co (retail) in optimizing inventory systems and reducing discrepancies during sustained, significant growth.

I excel in cross-functional collaboration and training, with strong interpersonal skills informed by years in the therapeutic treatment environment. I am committed to enhancing operational efficiency,fostering team development, and maintaining data and materials integrity.

Currently enrolled in the CPIM Certification course offered through the ASCM. Testing in July with the intention of pursuing a career in materials planning with an eye toward Master Planning and Scheduling.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Inventory Specialist

Skimo Co
Cottonwood Heights
11.2020 - Current
  • Established an efficient system for receiving, organizing, and shelving new and returned merchandise for a high-volume retail store
  • Worked with Buyers to ensure product database was accurate, complete and scannable, creating/editing listings as necessary
  • Used ABC analysis to prioritize inventory audits and optimize the organization and layout of inventory for efficiency and increased accuracy
  • Managed physical inventory recounts on demand and annually
  • Developed standardized labeling and organization systems for easy, accurate identification of products
  • Efforts in receiving, auditing, picking/shipping, and team involvement in maintaining inventory organization led to reduced discrepancies/shrinkage over a 3-year period of significant inventory growth
  • Trained new employees on proper inventory handling procedures and company policies
  • Working knowledge MS suite: Excel, Word, PP, Outlook

Weekend Supervisor

GATEWAY ACADEMY, LLC
Draper
05.2018 - 11.2020
  • Managed and coordinated weekend programming with residents' treatment. Trained and supervised staff team of 1-5 staff at a time.
  • Certified as a trainer for Aegis, Crisis Intervention System (2 years)
  • Provided guidance in treatment programming for teen-aged boys in Residential Treatment Center
  • Previous Morning Shift Co-Lead for residential arm of program
  • Previous Teacher's Assistant for Academic arm of program

Rental and Repair Technician

Alta Sports Ski Shop
Alta
12.2015 - 04.2017
  • Assisted ski enthusiasts and newcomers to the sport in selecting current ski equipment for Demo and Purchase
  • Maintained rental equipment, operated cash register, tuned, repaired and mounted skis, some boot fitting
  • Resolved customer concerns/issues regarding rental equipment, damage and loss, returns, etc.

Assistant Group Lead

Elements Wilderness Program
Huntington
04.2016 - 01.2017
  • Worked with students struggling with emotional, behavioral and substance abuse issues, utilizing DBT skills and the organization's programming.
  • Taught students how to effectively utilize and maintain gear in an extreme, backcountry setting
  • Worked with group lead and field mentors to ensure safety and coordinate schedule of the students
  • Worked with therapist to implement weekly treatment plan for students

Assistant Corporate Client Support Specialist

Towers Watson OneExchange
South Jordan
12.2013 - 12.2014
  • Assisted client-escalated customers in resolving issues with Medicare and insurance providers
  • Liaison between national insurance providers, Medicare, and large national clients
  • Client communications via face-to-face meetings, conference calls and written correspondence
  • Member on team responsible for updating training materials for Client Support Team
  • Maintained a high level of professionalism and empathy while addressing customer concerns
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to escalate complex issues for prompt resolution

Assistant Office/Shipping Manager

Djembe Direct
Salt Lake City
07.2012 - 08.2013
  • Responsible for shipping and receiving department, vendor, retailer and customer affairs
  • Managed inventory on-site and on 5 sales websites
  • Shared duties in accounts receivable and payable
  • Responsible for customer service interactions

Education

High school diploma - General Studies

Skyview High School
Smithfield, UT
06.2004

Skills

  • Inventory management
  • ABC analysis
  • Data integrity and analysis
  • Warehouse organization
  • Labeling systems
  • Process optimization
  • Materials movement
  • Shipping and receiving
  • Cross-functional collaboration
  • Order fulfillment
  • Retail sales
  • Computer literacy
  • MS Office
  • Strong Oral and Written Communication
  • Detail Orientation
  • Time/Task management
  • Problem solving
  • Analytical thinking
  • Interpersonal Skills
  • Supervising Experience
  • Team Oriented
  • Training & Development
  • Behavioral Therapy
  • Mentor
  • Conflict Management/Resolution
  • Crisis Intervention

Certification

  • CPIM - currently enrolled in course. Testing in July 2025
  • CPR/First Aid, 01/01/20, 01/01/22
  • Certified Crisis Intervention Trainer, 12/01/18, 04/01/21, Lead 2-day initial and 1-day recertification trainings for Crisis Intervention and De-escalation skills. Certified with Nationally recognized and licensed, Aegis System.

Timeline

Inventory Specialist

Skimo Co
11.2020 - Current

Weekend Supervisor

GATEWAY ACADEMY, LLC
05.2018 - 11.2020

Assistant Group Lead

Elements Wilderness Program
04.2016 - 01.2017

Rental and Repair Technician

Alta Sports Ski Shop
12.2015 - 04.2017

Assistant Corporate Client Support Specialist

Towers Watson OneExchange
12.2013 - 12.2014

Assistant Office/Shipping Manager

Djembe Direct
07.2012 - 08.2013

High school diploma - General Studies

Skyview High School

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