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Samantha Farah

Samantha Farah

Inventory Coordinator
Cottage Grove,MN

Summary

Self-motivated, goal focused Inventory Coordinator with 7 years' experience in a warehouse and distribution setting with experience working in a solitary role or as part of a team. Well-versed in quality assurance, storage procedures and cycle counting. Amazing attention to detail and excellent organizational skills. Clear understanding of picking, packing and shipping. Training in Microsoft Excel and USPS shipping.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

Order Selector

Fair Maiden
Cottage Grove, Minnesota
08.2023 - Current
  • Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
  • Skilled at working independently.
  • Pulled orders quickly to maintain demanding productivity goals.
  • Kept work areas neat, clean and free from debris.
  • Reviewed order slips, picked products and staged merchandize to be shipped.

Returned Goods Coordinator

Aramark
St.Paul, MN
08.2016 - 05.2018
  • Kept up-to-date on shelf and order availability of products.
  • Completed physical inventory counts each month.
  • Recorded information, shortages and discrepancies to keep records current and accurate.
  • Input data in Excel spreadsheet to create updated status reports for quick reference of project progress and deadlines.
  • Implemented organizational systems to optimize product placement and operational productivity.
  • Prepared orders by processing requests, pulled materials from warehouse, packed boxes, and prepared shipments.
  • Joined company's Safety Committee to share ideas on ways to bolster OSHA compliance and prevent accidents and mishaps.
  • Reviewed order slips, picked products and staged merchandize to be shipped.
  • Addressed customer complaints and requests by resolution or escalation.
  • Mentored new hires, resulting in stronger staff development and increased productivity.

Merchandise Processor

Goodwill Easter Seals
Cottage Grove, MN
04.2014 - 05.2016
  • Inspected items to check quality and accuracy against specifications.
  • Sorted and priced merchandise to be sent to sales floor.
  • Conferred with store managers to obtain information about customer needs and preferences.
  • Monitored inventory levels and kept adequate stock in product.
  • Led safety meetings and training classes to educate workers on safe practices and important policies.
  • Verified monthly practice of fire drills for every work shift.
  • Inspected facilities for adherence to fire, hazard and safety guidelines.
  • Inspected worksites, practices and gear for compliance with established safety standards.
  • Identified and eliminated potential safety code deficits and addressed adequacy of fire exits, stairways, aisle spaces and sprinkler systems through annual inspections.

Backroom Associate

Kohls Department Store
Cottage Grove, MN
09.2012 - 01.2013
  • Received incoming merchandise and stored in correct stock locations.
  • Maintained orderly stockroom for ease of retrieval.
  • Stocked shelves to match planogram images and instructions.
  • Labeled products, rotated stock and fronted merchandise for appealing display.
  • Stocked shelves, racks, and cases with new or transferred merchandise.

Wave Room Technician

Target Distribution Center
Woodbury , MN
08.2011 - 12.2011
  • Recorded daily progress using Microsoft Excel and examined data to identify and rectify problems in productivity.
  • Trained new employees on warehouse protocols and answered task-related inquiries to help with job role adjustment.
  • Worked closely with others in team-oriented settings to maintain line productivity.
  • Worked overnight shifts during peak periods to meet coverage needs.

Part Picker

Express Employment
Cottage Grove, MN
08.2010 - 05.2011
  • Took on extra hours and shifts during busy periods to meet tight shipping deadlines.
  • Checked inventory and selected products from specific locations based upon availability.
  • Pulled orders quickly to maintain demanding productivity goals.
  • Worked closely with others in team-oriented settings to maintain line productivity.
  • Assisted quality assurance by inspecting items and removing defective parts.
  • Kept work area clean, neat and organized to prevent accidents, mishaps and misplaced tools.
  • Compared parts to stock lists and material parameters to check compliance and identify non-conforming parts.
  • Drove equipment from one site to another to deliver parts and complete jobs.

Ad-set Associate

Kohls Department Store
Woodbury, MN
09.2009 - 08.2010
  • Worked to Increase product knowledge and awareness among clients.
  • Maintained inventory, merchandise placement and counts to promote improved sales processes.
  • Presented merchandise and custom displays to increase sales.
  • Organized store merchandise racks by size, style and color.

Skills

Order picking and processing

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Education

Bachelor Of Applied Arts - Psychology

American Public University System , West Virginia

Interests

Volunteer work with Feed my Starving Children

Foreign languages: German beginner

Languages

German
Limited Working
English
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Order Selector - Fair Maiden
08.2023 - Current
Returned Goods Coordinator - Aramark
08.2016 - 05.2018
Merchandise Processor - Goodwill Easter Seals
04.2014 - 05.2016
Backroom Associate - Kohls Department Store
09.2012 - 01.2013
Wave Room Technician - Target Distribution Center
08.2011 - 12.2011
Part Picker - Express Employment
08.2010 - 05.2011
Ad-set Associate - Kohls Department Store
09.2009 - 08.2010
American Public University System - Bachelor Of Applied Arts, Psychology

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