Scott Berry
Cocoa,FL
Summary
Hard working and organized forklift operator with over 20 years management experience. Strong knowledge of inventory management as well as shipping/receiving procedures. Fast-learning and detail-oriented professional dedicated to workplace efficiency and safety. Successful at working productively in a fast-paced, demanding warehouse or factory environment. Highly organized, adaptable, and punctual with great communication skills. Physically fit and reliable with superior work ethic and commitment to supporting team needs. Seeking company in which growth and learning are encouraged, and where hard work and loyalty are recognized, appreciated, and rewarded.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Utility Manager
Spartan Composites
Rockledge, FL
07.2022 - Current
- Operation of industrial grinder machine to facilitate the recycling of defective mats for future use
- Utilization of various power tools
- Operation of propane-powered sit-down forklift to perform various tasks such as unloading of deliveries
- Organization and upkeep of receiving dock
- Safety, speed, neatness, and attention to detail
- Operation of lull in shipping yard to load trucks and fulfill customer orders of all sizes
- Organization of the storage yard
Primary Forklift Operator
Manheim Auto Auction of Central Florida
Orlando, FL
05.2021 - 07.2022
- Utilize a 624K John Deere loader with 17 ft forks to receive, relocate, and organize a wide array of inoperable vehicles on the property
- Compile and arrange weekly sale of 200-300 vehicles for auction
- Provide customer service to owners and transport drivers by loading sold vehicles onto all manner of transport trucks
- Performed daily maintenance checks on forklifts to ensure optimal performance.
- Inspected loads prior to lifting to determine weight distribution and stability.
- Ensured safety procedures were followed when operating forklifts.
- Reported any damages or malfunctions of equipment immediately to supervisor and manager.
Overnight Merchandise Manager
Bj's Wholesale Club
Kissimmee, Florida
05.1995 - 01.2021
- Increased sales through targeted merchandising plans and stocking of desirable inventory
- Monitored stock to maintain sufficient quantity of featured product
- Organized engaging front-facing displays to capture customer interest and drive revenue growth
- Consulted with management team to plan optimal promotions
- Designed floor layouts, product displays, and shelving layouts to maximize sales and influence customer purchasing habits
- Placed prices and descriptive signage to enhance displays and promote items
- Followed prepared sketches and planograms to arrange consistent shelves, racks, and bins across numerous locations
- Enhanced store and display appearance utilizing seasonal promotions and trends to drive strategy
- Supervised up to 10 employees on merchandising team
- Promoted new product releases and limited edition items to drive sales
- Provided ongoing training for staff members on how best to utilize merchandise resources.
Receiving/Inventory Control Manager
Bj's Wholesale Club
Oakhurst, New Jersey
02.2000 - 08.2000
- Reviewed and executed supply chain transfers for purchase orders
- Received, checked-in, and stocked merchandise throughout store to aid in maintaining inventory levels
- Assisted with orderliness and cleanliness of sales floor and stock room
- Tracked inventory, conducted cycle counts and audits, and resolved issues to maintain accurate records
- Managed vendor relationships to support supply chain and maintain product quality
- Prepared inventory for shipment by attaching tags and labels and executing shipment documents to facilitate delivery to proper customers
Education
Associate of Arts - Classical Music
Community College of Rhode Island
Warwick, RI05-1995
Skills
- Freight experience
- Promotional planning
- Merchandising
- Warehouse/factory
- Communication skills
- Customer service
- Supervision
- Working collaboratively
- Loading and unloading
- Forklift
- Equipment operation
- Machine operation
- Order picking
- Time management
- RF scanner
- Material handling
- Manufacturing
- Stock allocation
Timeline
Utility Manager
Spartan Composites
07.2022 - Current
Primary Forklift Operator
Manheim Auto Auction of Central Florida
05.2021 - 07.2022
Receiving/Inventory Control Manager
Bj's Wholesale Club
02.2000 - 08.2000
Overnight Merchandise Manager
Bj's Wholesale Club
05.1995 - 01.2021
Associate of Arts - Classical Music
Community College of Rhode Island