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Robert Lucas

Neosho,MO

Summary

Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

Overview

35
35
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Inventory Control Manager

Playpower
06.2022 - 02.2024
  • Improved inventory accuracy by implementing a robust cycle counting program and refining warehouse organization strategies.
  • Reduced stock discrepancies through meticulous record-keeping and consistent communication with relevant departments.
  • Enhanced overall efficiency of the inventory control process by updating software systems and streamlining workflow procedures.
  • Developed accurate forecasting models to anticipate future inventory needs, optimizing purchasing decisions and minimizing stockouts.
  • Collaborated with procurement teams to establish best practices for sourcing and ordering materials, ensuring effective cost control measures were in place.
  • Managed a team of inventory specialists, providing training, guidance, and support to ensure optimal performance and adherence to company policies.
  • Conducted regular audits of inventory levels to identify discrepancies, taking corrective action when necessary to maintain accurate records.
  • Optimized warehouse layout for efficient storage and retrieval of items, reducing time spent on locating products during order fulfillment processes.

Operations Manager/Sales

CDL Electric
04.2021 - 02.2022
  • I helped develop a start up wire division at CDL using my past 30+ years of experience in the wire and store fixture business
  • My duties included developing process flows and used my past associations to develop a customer base.

Walmart Account Manager

K&S Wire Products, Inc
10.2016 - 03.2021
  • I worked closely with Walmart project managers to develop new store fixtures, coordinate project roll outs, and authorize release of shop orders to maintain inventory levels to meet customer needs.

Inventory Control Manager

Unarco Industries
02.2016 - 10.2016
  • My duties included but was not limited to: Checking product BOM's for accuracy, Performing cycle counts on raw materials and work in process, Reconciling inventory at month end, Help secure outsource partners for sub-assemblies.

Production/Inventory Control Manager

THORCO INDUSTRIES
02.1989 - 02.2016
  • My job responsibilities over the 27 years included: Create BOM's and Production Methods for all product lines, Create production orders for shop floor, Help maintain raw material and finish good levels to meet customers needs, Cost estimates for new products
  • In the last few years, I also helped purchase raw materials for projects.

Education

High School Diploma -

Sheldon High School
Sheldon, MO
05.1987

Skills

  • Carrier Negotiations
  • Continuous Improvement
  • Defective Product Removal and Disposal
  • Fleet Management
  • Warehouse Safety Programs
  • Regulations Compliance
  • Materials Management
  • Skilled in [Software]

Software

Microsoft 365

AS400

MAS500

MAS200

Epicor

Certification

CPIM

Timeline

Inventory Control Manager

Playpower
06.2022 - 02.2024

Operations Manager/Sales

CDL Electric
04.2021 - 02.2022

Walmart Account Manager

K&S Wire Products, Inc
10.2016 - 03.2021

Inventory Control Manager

Unarco Industries
02.2016 - 10.2016

Production/Inventory Control Manager

THORCO INDUSTRIES
02.1989 - 02.2016

High School Diploma -

Sheldon High School
Robert Lucas