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SAMUEL BARBER
Owasso,OK
Summary
Dynamic and results-driven Operations & Inventory Management Leader with extensive experience in supply chain, warehouse management, logistics, and regulatory compliance across retail and aerospace industries. Proven track record of optimizing processes, driving efficiency, and leading high-performing teams in large-scale distribution and MRO operations.
Overview
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Macy's Supply Chain
Operations Manager - Beauty & Packing
03.2015 - 11.2023
Job overview
- Led a creative team, fostering talent growth through inclusivity and diversity training
- Optimized labor resources and enhanced customer satisfaction by collaborating with cross-functional teams
- Supported shift managers with critical thinking and problem-solving to achieve departmental goals
- Managed daily production planning, labor moves, and workforce sharing for operational efficiency
- Utilized the Labor Management System (LMS - Takt) to analyze productivity, identify inefficiencies, and drive optimization
- Applied warehouse intelligence to improve labor planning and supply chain processes
- Handled HR functions, including FMLA, accommodations, performance management, attendance, hiring, training, and terminations
- Oversaw receiving, prepping, put-away, storage, promotional kitting, picking, sorting, and packing operations
- Implemented a new picking/sorting combination process, improving efficiency by 57% for small-volume orders
- Managed automated packing equipment to streamline small-order processing, enhancing speed and accuracy
- Monitored KPIs to ensure departmental and overall operational success
Macy's Supply Chain
Inventory Control & Quality Manager
03.2015 - 10.2017
Job overview
- Managed the ICQA and ARO departments, ensuring inventory accuracy, operational efficiency, and compliance with corporate and industry standards
- Supervised two analysts and multiple teams, driving process improvements and maintaining cost efficiency
- Developed team members in analytical thinking, root cause analysis, and process verification
- Led the advanced receiving team in scheduling and dock assignments to optimize workflow efficiency
- Oversaw carrier communication, ensuring smooth inbound logistics and minimizing delays
- Managed the identification and validation of Advance Shipping Notices (ASNs) and 214 documentation to maximize usage and accuracy
- Directed the disposition of Key Reqs, ensuring proper documentation and maintaining inventory integrity
- Conducted tri-annual cycle counts across 480,000 locations in a 1.3M sq. ft.
- Facility with an inventory value exceeding $450M
- Ensured gross and net inventory accuracy through systematic audits and reconciliation processes
- Led a troubleshooting team to resolve inventory discrepancies, stock variances, and system errors
- Monitored shipping exceptions, re-pick shortages, and stock overages to maintain shipment accuracy
- Managed the RTV (Return to Vendor), Penny Salvage, and Scrap processes, ensuring proper disposition, documentation, and compliance with company policies
AeroTurbine Inc
Warehouse Operations Manager
06.2011 - 03.2015
Job overview
- Responsible for overseeing the daily operations of both the Tulsa, Oklahoma, and UK warehouses
- Led and motivated a team of 25 warehouse personnel, fostering a culture of efficiency and accountability to meet organizational goals
- Implemented quality control measures to maintain inventory accuracy and optimal stock levels
- Ensured full compliance with AS9100 and ISO standards, managing documentation, audits, and process improvements
- Fluent in handling FAA paperwork, including FAA 8130-3 and EASA Form-1 documentation
- Managed comprehensive internal and external audits, including FAA, financial, consignment, and OSHA/safety inspections
- Specialized in re-warehousing inventory to segregate stock for operational efficiency
- Worked closely with both the sales and repair teams to meet or exceed customer expectations
- Served as the coordinator for the company's AOG (Aircraft on Ground) service
- Recognized for excellent audit ratings and continuous process improvements that enhanced warehouse efficiency
- Successfully maintained compliance with AS9100 and ISO standards while implementing improvements that reduced nonconformities
AeroTurbine
Warehouse Operatiions/Stores/Tooling Manager
12.2006 - 06.2011
Job overview
- Managed overall warehouse operations, overseeing inventory management, tooling procurement, and facility supply purchasing
- Led a team of 50 employees, ensuring efficient inspection, processing, storage, and logistics of MRO inventories
- Developed a tooling calibration process to ensure all calibrated tools remained current and available when needed
- Sourced all tooling purchases, working closely with MROs and airlines in a tooling loan/borrowing program for high-dollar tooling
- Directed audits and cycle counts to maintain inventory accuracy, enabling timely aircraft deliveries and operational efficiency
- Implemented and maintained compliance with hazardous material management protocols, achieving zero violations within the MRO facility
- Improved inventory system processes, enhancing accuracy and on-time delivery to customers
- Strengthened supplier relationships to reduce lead times and improve procurement efficiency
Education
Eastwood High School
High School
Estrella Community College
Certificate from Logistics
06.2008
Skills
- Project Management
- Leadership Communication
- Problem-solving
- Inventory Management
- Quality assurance
- Constructive criticism
- Motivation
- Word Processing
- Awareness
- Ability to read and interpret documents
- Assembling
- Organizational
- Personal Effectiveness
- Interviewing
- Spreadsheet software
- Team leadership
- Operations management
- Operational efficiency
- Decision-making
- Operations oversight
- Policies and procedures implementation
- Performance monitoring
- Staff development
- Workflow optimization
- Strategic planning
- Process improvement
- Health and safety compliance
- Regulatory compliance
- Continuous improvements
- Work flow planning
- Cost reduction
- Cross-functional collaboration
- Cross-functional communications
Accomplishments
Recognized for exceptional organizational skills in coordinating and executing AeroTurbine’s corporate relocation from Doral, FL, to Miramar, FL. Successfully oversaw all aspects of the move, ensuring seamless execution while maintaining compliance with FAA regulations. The relocation was completed under budget and ahead of schedule, saving the company over $240,000 and 10 days. Ensured zero disruptions to customers or workflow, earning commendation for outstanding leadership and efficiency.
Timeline
Operations Manager - Beauty & Packing
Macy's Supply Chain
03.2015 - 11.2023
Inventory Control & Quality Manager
Macy's Supply Chain
03.2015 - 10.2017
Warehouse Operations Manager
AeroTurbine Inc
06.2011 - 03.2015
Warehouse Operatiions/Stores/Tooling Manager
AeroTurbine
12.2006 - 06.2011
Estrella Community College
Certificate from Logistics
Eastwood High School
High School
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