SCOTT STOVER
Stroudsburg,PA
Summary
Distribution professional with extensive background in overseeing logistics and warehouse operations. Known for driving efficiency and ensuring smooth operational processes. Highly collaborative and adaptable, consistently focusing on team success and operational excellence.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Distribution Center Operations Manager
Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc.
Nazareth, PA
08.2022 - Current
- Streamlined distribution processes to enhance operational efficiency, reduce delays and turn around the business
- Led cross-functional teams to implement inventory management systems, improving accuracy and reducing customer errors.
- Increased employee morale by promoting open communication channels within the organization's hierarchy, fostering a positive work culture among staff members.
- Managed a team of distribution center employees, focusing on productivity, safety, and quality standards.
- Developed training programs for staff on safety protocols, resulting in increased compliance and reduced incidents.
- Analyzed workflow data to identify bottlenecks, implementing solutions that improved throughput rates.
Inbound Supervisor
THERMO FISHER SCIENTIFIC – (CCG)
Nazareth, PA
09.2021 - 08.2022
- Responsible for all appointment scheduling, completion and accuracy.
- Ensure all BOL and pack list are filled out correctly for all inbound colleagues.
- Ensure all training requirements for all colleagues are completed timely.
- Ensure the inbound team meets the LPTH goal while assisting other departments as needed.
- Daily management of all aspects of the inbound process to include container completion, discrepancies, unloading, asn usage, bar code scanning, kinetic usage and put away.
Area Manager
WALMART SUPPLY CHAIN – (RDC)
Tobyhanna, PA
07.2014 - 09.2021
- Responsible for meeting service, cost, and people metrics in a 1.25 Million square foot automated Distribution Center that services 99 Walmart Stores throughout the NY/NJ/PA Metropolitan area.
- Provide leadership to 50 -70 general warehouse associates performance, accuracy, quality, and safety targets.
- Lead teams in Receiving, Break-pack and Non-Con departments.
- Engaged teams, trained, motivated, coached, and developed associates to achieve full performance.
- Built relationships to create teamwork and stronger communication between shifts.
- Forecast staffing, workload, and performance results to meet business demands for workload and performance results for area of responsibility.
- Support the Operations Manager to develop strategies and objectives through Process Engagement Discussions and CPH plans.
- Create a customer-focused environment in which excellent service is provided to all Customers.
- Determine goals and direction to increase total throughput for my shift.
- Maintains and develops a highly effective organization that is able to service its respective customers.
- Establishes and meets all budgetary objectives while servicing customers at established service levels agreements.
- Ensures that the proper management oversight, expectations, and methods for maintaining a safe and healthy work environment are in place at all times within all operations.
- Identifies issues and opportunities affecting Distribution Operations performance, regardless of source. Will organize efforts to constructively and effectively addressing these issues and opportunities.
General Warehouse Associate
WALMART SUPPLY CHAIN – (RDC)
Tobyhanna, PA
08.2010 - 07.2014
- Creates and maintains a positive work environment by removing barriers that prevent my peers, lead champions and associates from performing at their best.
- Ensures clear and measurable KPIs are in place for all operations. Manages in a fact-based manner and ensures effective measurements are in place across the distribution.
- Ensure standardization and sharing of best demonstrated practices (OBW) with Operations, Distribution Center and as appropriate across the Distribution Center Network.
Owner
J.M. BUILDERS
Scotrun, PA
04.2004 - 06.2010
- Oversaw project management from inception to completion, ensuring adherence to timelines and budgets.
- Developed strategic partnerships with suppliers to optimize material sourcing and reduce costs.
- Conducted regular site inspections to ensure compliance with safety regulations and building codes.
- Negotiated contracts with subcontractors, securing favorable terms for projects while maintaining quality standards.
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with clients, resulting in repeat business and referrals.
- Managed financial aspects of the business, including budgeting, financial reporting, and tax preparation.
Job Forman
INTERNATIONAL BROTHERHOOD OF BOILERMAKER
Baltimore, MD
07.2001 - 04.2005
- Supervised team of skilled tradespeople to ensure adherence to safety protocols and project specifications.
- Coordinated workflow and scheduling, optimizing resource allocation for efficient project completion.
- Mentored apprentices in industry best practices, enhancing skill development and safety awareness.
- Managed change order processes effectively, ensuring complete documentation and accurate budget adjustments while maintaining client satisfaction throughout project changes or modifications.
- Coordinated with architects and engineers to ensure design specifications were accurately translated into the final build process, resulting in high client satisfaction ratings.
Kitchen Supervisor
FRIENDLY’S RESTAURANT
Tannersville/East Stroudsburg, PA
08.2000 - 07.2001
Manager
MR. Z’S GROCERY STORE
Tannersville and Mt. Pocono, PA
03.1998 - 05.1999
UNITED STATES AIR FORCE
Maguire AFB, NJ
11.1994 - 03.1998
Shift Leader
McDONALDS
Stroudsburg, PA
03.1992 - 08.1993
- Managed shift scheduling to optimize labor efficiency and meet operational demands.
- Monitored inventory levels, ensuring stock availability for smooth restaurant operations.
Education
High School Diploma -
EAST STROUDSBURG
East Stroudsburg, PA05.1994
Skills
- Warehouse distribution management
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
- Proficient in Smart sheets
- Warehouse management
- Process optimization
- Supply chain logistics
- Efficient order processing
- Cross-departmental collaboration
- Strategic project planning
- Employee engagement strategies
- Application of lean principles
- Workplace safety compliance
- Coaching programs
Certification
- WALMART Management Training Certifications/Courses:
- 1. Diversity Training
- 2. Coaching and Development
- 3. Hazmat
- 4. Ethics
- 5. Area Manager Core-Connect Training
Community Service
1. Friends Of The Poor, 2. YAPM Youth Football/Cheer, 3. Pocono Pride Fastpitch, 4. Pocono mountain school district softball
Timeline
Distribution Center Operations Manager
Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc.
08.2022 - Current
Inbound Supervisor
THERMO FISHER SCIENTIFIC – (CCG)
09.2021 - 08.2022
Area Manager
WALMART SUPPLY CHAIN – (RDC)
07.2014 - 09.2021
General Warehouse Associate
WALMART SUPPLY CHAIN – (RDC)
08.2010 - 07.2014
Owner
J.M. BUILDERS
04.2004 - 06.2010
Job Forman
INTERNATIONAL BROTHERHOOD OF BOILERMAKER
07.2001 - 04.2005
Kitchen Supervisor
FRIENDLY’S RESTAURANT
08.2000 - 07.2001
Manager
MR. Z’S GROCERY STORE
03.1998 - 05.1999
UNITED STATES AIR FORCE
11.1994 - 03.1998
Shift Leader
McDONALDS
03.1992 - 08.1993
High School Diploma -
EAST STROUDSBURG