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Ryan Kendall

Smithfield,North Carolina

Summary

Organized Location Supervisor offers nine years of shipping and receiving experience acquired through warehouse roles. Excels in managing warehouse logistics and leading inventory audits. Versed in purchasing, vendor relationship management and shipping documentation.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Location Supervisor

Hub Group
01.2024 - Current
  • Forward Final Mile was bought out by Hub Group. Due to my extensive knowledge of warehouse operations and long standing exemplary performance with the company, I was asked to remain as part of Hub Groups team where I am currently able to hone in on supervisory skills.
  • Oversaw daily operations, ensuring timely completion of tasks and adherence to company policies.
  • Ensured safety compliance with regular inspections, staff training sessions, and adherence to OSHA regulations.
  • Managed a team of warehouse workers for optimal scheduling, task delegation, and overall productivity.
  • Optimized storage capacity by redesigning warehouse layout for maximum space utilization.
  • Recorded information, shortages, and discrepancies to keep records current and accurate.
  • Used warehouse management software to reconcile daily inventory.
  • Completed timely and accurate daily logs to keep internal reporting accurate and track materials movements.
  • Increased customer satisfaction through effective communication and problem resolution.
  • Improved team efficiency by streamlining location management processes and procedures.
  • Developed strong relationships with clients, ensuring repeat business and positive referrals.

Location Supervisor

Forward Final Mile
07.2022 - 01.2024
  • Oversaw daily operations, ensuring timely completion of tasks and adherence to company policies.
  • Ensured safety compliance with regular inspections, staff training sessions, and adherence to OSHA regulations.
  • Managed a team of warehouse workers for optimal scheduling, task delegation, and overall productivity.
  • Optimized storage capacity by redesigning warehouse layout for maximum space utilization.
  • Recorded information, shortages, and discrepancies to keep records current and accurate.
  • Used warehouse management software to reconcile daily inventory.
  • Completed timely and accurate daily logs to keep internal reporting accurate and track materials movements.
  • Increased customer satisfaction through effective communication and problem resolution.
  • Improved team efficiency by streamlining location management processes and procedures.
  • Developed strong relationships with clients, ensuring repeat business and positive referrals.

Inventory Specialist

Surround Medical Systems
02.2022 - 07.2022
  • Reduced stock shortages by closely monitoring inventory levels and promptly ordering necessary supplies.
  • Collaborated with team members to ensure timely completion of daily tasks, increasing overall productivity.
  • Assisted in implementing a new inventory management system, resulting in more accurate record-keeping and reduced errors.
  • Maintained a clean and well-organized work environment, promoting safety and efficiency among team members.
  • Implemented barcode scanning technology within the warehouse, speeding up item retrieval times during order fulfillment processes significantly.
  • Completed physical inventory counts each week.
  • Performed data entry and completed proper paperwork.
  • Monitored and adjusted inventory levels to meet customer needs and demands.
  • Developed inventory reports to provide management with comprehensive data on inventory levels.
  • Packed, secured, labeled and applied postage to materials to prepare items for shipment.
  • Sorted and delivered materials to different work areas and staff.
  • Moved shipment materials to and from designated areas using lift and hand trucks.

Supervisor and Inventory Specialist

Forward Final Mile
08.2018 - 01.2022
  • Addressed internal supply problems head-on and developed creative solutions to prevent delays and missed targets
  • Kept documentation and records accurate and up-to-date with latest data to prevent errors in processing or delivery
  • Coordinated, collected and maintained vendor and organizational records
  • Maintained and organized inventory receipts and processed changes to reduce process lags
  • Marked itemized units with identification tags, stamps, electric marking tools or other labeling equipment
  • Recorded adjustments, pallet audits, and tracked discrepancies
  • Supervised shipping and receiving, distribution, and workplace safety
  • Performed troubleshooting to resolve issues with equipment, devices and products
  • Supervised daily operations, shipping and handling processes, and warehouse operations while managing employees during shifts
  • Monitored employee performance and targeted areas of improvement for which to offer mentoring and leadership to improve process deficiencies
  • Created and coordinated ASIS loads to be sold to other companies
  • Maintained 100% inventory within the warehouse throughout each quarter
  • Knowledge of ERP and EBS system
  • Forklift Operator Dock Operations Cargo Securement
  • Cycle Counts Audit Processes Microsoft Office Suite
  • Tagging Procedures Database Management Route Management

Dock Worker

Forward Final Mile
06.2015 - 08.2018
  • Followed verbal and written instructions to properly move and ship products
  • Used hand-held scanners and physical logs to accurately track item movements
  • Kept storage areas organized, clean, and secure to fully protect company assets
  • Used fork lifts, hand trucks, and pallet jacks to move materials on dock
  • Loaded, unloaded, and sorted cargo as part of accurate and efficient weekly shipments
  • Used handheld scanners to efficiently track and maneuver freight throughout distribution network
  • Assembled orders and packed items for shipment, conveying orders to shipping personnel

Education

Criminal Justice -

Johnston Community College
Smithfield, North Carolina
08.2018

Skills

  • Staff Training
  • Organizational Skills
  • Problem Solving
  • Multitasking
  • Team Leadership
  • Interpersonal Skills
  • Quality Control
  • Microsoft Office Suite
  • Self Starter

Timeline

Location Supervisor

Hub Group
01.2024 - Current

Location Supervisor

Forward Final Mile
07.2022 - 01.2024

Inventory Specialist

Surround Medical Systems
02.2022 - 07.2022

Supervisor and Inventory Specialist

Forward Final Mile
08.2018 - 01.2022

Dock Worker

Forward Final Mile
06.2015 - 08.2018

Criminal Justice -

Johnston Community College
Ryan Kendall