Successful Warehouse Manager offering strong background in supervising and mentoring 70+ employees in exceptionally large distribution warehouse settings. Talented in promoting safety, accuracy and company rules when monitoring employee performance and training new employees. Accomplished in performing regular inventory counts and maintaining records with high level of accuracy.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Warehouse Management System Operation Lead
Detroit Manufacturing Systems
Detroit, MI
04.2021 - 10.2023
Ensure efficient use of WMS applications
Identifies problem area related to the use of WMS applications in the Distribution Center/Warehouse and recommends corrective action
Develop training plans and conducts OJT/classroom training
Train Managers, Superintendents, Supervisors, and hourly employees on the WMS System
Training coordinator for the WMS project. Finalizing the schedule for Super User and End User training on radio frequency and user interface. This includes receiving, movement, inventory tracking and put away of products in all DMS warehouses (4), track, inventory, and put away products through your warehouse efficiently and safely
Supply Chain Superintendent
Detroit Manufacturing Systems
Detroit, MI
10.2020 - 04.2021
Ensure that the warehouse operates at peak efficiency- with customer satisfaction the primary goal- by supervising, organizing and training warehouse employees and establishing, monitoring, and managing operational goals
Develop warehouse operations systems by determining product handling and storage requirements, equipment utilization, inventory, gate processes, and shipping methods
Review and prepare workflows, staffing requirements, space allocations, equipment layouts, and action plans that meet company standards for productivity, quality, and customer service
Supply Chain Supervisor Lead
Detroit Manufacturing Systems
Detroit, MI
05.2019 - 10.2020
Directs receiving, stores and shipping operations and all material including the development of objectives, policies and processes
Manages and coordinates the organization, staffing and operational activities for the warehouse (can elaborate upon request)
Production Supervisor
Detroit Manufacturing Systems
Detroit, MI
03.2015 - 05.2019
Overseen two production areas totaling 40+ employees while meeting all Key Performance Indicator (KPI) targets
Implemented Require-To-Operate reduction in addition to rebalancing Mustang Line and was still able to accomplish hitting Jobs-Per-Hour and Manufacturing-Of-Demand
Launch various lines while working closely with Supply Chain Department
Launch Coordinator
Detroit Manufacturing Systems
Detroit, MI
01.2014 - 03.2015
Coordinated and monitored Global Prototype Inventory Requisitioning Systems (GPIRS)
Conducted new model prototypes for Ford Motor Company
Coordinate review shipping with Supply Chain for various lines (Can elaborate upon request)
Dining Facility Manager (Army)
United States Army
Fort Campbell North, KY
09.1998 - 04.2008
Supported four brigades, responsible for the management , administration and all food service operations supporting over 3,800 Soldiers and Civilians
Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to new Soldiers to supply knowledge of various company programs.
Enforces US Food and Drug Administrations guidelines; conducts daily random facility/food safety inspections
Led cross-functional teams to manage daily spare order processing, ensuring seamless coordination between service, stores, and finance teams. Maintained high order accuracy and reduced communication gaps across departments.Trained over 100+ service engineers on CRM workflows, POD updates, and return processes during HO commercial trainings. Improved field team compliance and reduced repeat errors by over 20%.Owned end-to-end order lifecycle, including documentation, dispatches, POD tracking, and MIS reporting with minimal supervision. Enabled faster turnaround and higher accuracy in daily operations.Acted as a central escalation point between field engineers, HO departments, and senior managers to resolve system and order-related issues. Reduced escalations by ensuring proactive resolution within SLA timelines.Managed return spare process and validations, driving a 25% reduction in turnaround time and improving system accuracy. Ensured proper coordination with service and stores for smooth transaction closures.Initiated Kaizen process improvements for workflow automation, documentation, and order validation. Reduced manual work by 30% and helped in faster issue identification.Collaborated with IT team to test and implement new CRM workflows and resolve service module-related bugs. Ensured seamless migration and better user experience for the service team.Created and presented MIS reports for weekly DRM meetings and management reviews. Supported data-driven decisions and provided insights on pending and completed orders.Monitored pending orders and stock validations daily across CFA locations. Achieved 15% reduction in follow-up delays by implementing checklist-based follow-ups.Handled distributor and spot-visit orders, ensuring compliance with internal policies and faster processing. Reduced lead time by 20% with improved documentation and follow-ups.Supervised stock accuracy across locations and led reconciliation activities with store teams. Brought down discrepancies by 15% through structured checking and documentation.Prepared CRM master data and validated engineer records for smooth CRM transition. Increased CRM accuracy by 25% before new system rollout.Managed price lists and quotations, communicating with teams to ensure correct rates and GST compliance. Prevented billing errors and improved customer satisfaction on pricing clarity.Maintained GEM and E-Invoice portal compliance, uploading documents accurately to meet government requirements. Ensured zero rejection in audits and smoother order execution for public sector clients.Followed up on loan spare recoveries, ensuring 95% payment recovery by accurate tracking and coordination with accounts. Reduced pending dues and ensured clean financial closure of orders. at Transasia Bio-Medicals LtdLed cross-functional teams to manage daily spare order processing, ensuring seamless coordination between service, stores, and finance teams. Maintained high order accuracy and reduced communication gaps across departments.Trained over 100+ service engineers on CRM workflows, POD updates, and return processes during HO commercial trainings. Improved field team compliance and reduced repeat errors by over 20%.Owned end-to-end order lifecycle, including documentation, dispatches, POD tracking, and MIS reporting with minimal supervision. Enabled faster turnaround and higher accuracy in daily operations.Acted as a central escalation point between field engineers, HO departments, and senior managers to resolve system and order-related issues. Reduced escalations by ensuring proactive resolution within SLA timelines.Managed return spare process and validations, driving a 25% reduction in turnaround time and improving system accuracy. Ensured proper coordination with service and stores for smooth transaction closures.Initiated Kaizen process improvements for workflow automation, documentation, and order validation. Reduced manual work by 30% and helped in faster issue identification.Collaborated with IT team to test and implement new CRM workflows and resolve service module-related bugs. Ensured seamless migration and better user experience for the service team.Created and presented MIS reports for weekly DRM meetings and management reviews. Supported data-driven decisions and provided insights on pending and completed orders.Monitored pending orders and stock validations daily across CFA locations. Achieved 15% reduction in follow-up delays by implementing checklist-based follow-ups.Handled distributor and spot-visit orders, ensuring compliance with internal policies and faster processing. Reduced lead time by 20% with improved documentation and follow-ups.Supervised stock accuracy across locations and led reconciliation activities with store teams. Brought down discrepancies by 15% through structured checking and documentation.Prepared CRM master data and validated engineer records for smooth CRM transition. Increased CRM accuracy by 25% before new system rollout.Managed price lists and quotations, communicating with teams to ensure correct rates and GST compliance. Prevented billing errors and improved customer satisfaction on pricing clarity.Maintained GEM and E-Invoice portal compliance, uploading documents accurately to meet government requirements. Ensured zero rejection in audits and smoother order execution for public sector clients.Followed up on loan spare recoveries, ensuring 95% payment recovery by accurate tracking and coordination with accounts. Reduced pending dues and ensured clean financial closure of orders. at Transasia Bio-Medicals Ltd
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<li>Spearhead the management and oversight of the National Bio and Agro-Defense Facility (NBAF) project, a pivotal national asset developed in partnership with the U.S</li>
<li>Department of Agriculture (USDA) and the U.S</li>
<li>Department of Homeland Security (DHS)</li>
<li>Collaborate with USDA and DHS stakeholders to ensure a seamless transition of operations and mission capabilities from the aging Plum Island Animal Disease Center (PIADC) to NBAF, ensuring uninterrupted research, diagnostics, and training essential to national security</li>
<li>Lead the operational endurance phase, validating work processes and laboratory setups to guarantee compliance with the highest safety and biocontainment standards, particularly in biosafety level-4 (BSL-4) environments</li>
<li>Act as the hiring manager, conducting interviews and selecting high-quality employees to ensure the success of both DCA and NBAF</li>
<li>Serve as a subject matter expert pert for the payroll system Paychex, overseeing and approving payroll for 63 officers biweekly while managing paid time off and leave requests to maintain the security posture for the facility</li>
<li>Monitor project milestones, providing critical updates to senior management and stakeholders while ensuring alignment with USDA's mission objectives and federal guidelines</li>
<li>Direct the development and execution of strategic initiatives to facilitate efficient collaboration with federal partners, ensuring all laboratory operations adhere to regulatory requirements set forth by the Federal Select Agent Program (FSAP)</li>
<li>Foster a culture of excellence and professionalism within the team, emphasizing rigorous training, safety compliance, and operational integrity as key components of NBAF's mission to safeguard public health and the nation's food supply</li>
<li>Monitored budgeting activities by tracking expenditures and providing regular updates to management.</li>
<li>Analyzed existing processes within a department or organization in order to identify areas for improvement or increased efficiency.</li>
<li>Implemented quality control measures throughout each stage of a project's lifecycle.</li>
<li>Worked closely with senior managers to ensure that all projects were completed according to schedule.</li>
<li>Conducted research on potential vendors, suppliers, contractors and subcontractors for projects.</li>
<li>Provided administrative support to the Project Manager in order to facilitate successful project outcomes.</li>
<li>Prepared monthly progress reports summarizing key accomplishments achieved since the last report.</li>
<li>Trained junior staff on best practices for managing multiple projects simultaneously.</li>
</ul> at Defense Contracting Activity, LLC<ul>
<li>Spearhead the management and oversight of the National Bio and Agro-Defense Facility (NBAF) project, a pivotal national asset developed in partnership with the U.S</li>
<li>Department of Agriculture (USDA) and the U.S</li>
<li>Department of Homeland Security (DHS)</li>
<li>Collaborate with USDA and DHS stakeholders to ensure a seamless transition of operations and mission capabilities from the aging Plum Island Animal Disease Center (PIADC) to NBAF, ensuring uninterrupted research, diagnostics, and training essential to national security</li>
<li>Lead the operational endurance phase, validating work processes and laboratory setups to guarantee compliance with the highest safety and biocontainment standards, particularly in biosafety level-4 (BSL-4) environments</li>
<li>Act as the hiring manager, conducting interviews and selecting high-quality employees to ensure the success of both DCA and NBAF</li>
<li>Serve as a subject matter expert pert for the payroll system Paychex, overseeing and approving payroll for 63 officers biweekly while managing paid time off and leave requests to maintain the security posture for the facility</li>
<li>Monitor project milestones, providing critical updates to senior management and stakeholders while ensuring alignment with USDA's mission objectives and federal guidelines</li>
<li>Direct the development and execution of strategic initiatives to facilitate efficient collaboration with federal partners, ensuring all laboratory operations adhere to regulatory requirements set forth by the Federal Select Agent Program (FSAP)</li>
<li>Foster a culture of excellence and professionalism within the team, emphasizing rigorous training, safety compliance, and operational integrity as key components of NBAF's mission to safeguard public health and the nation's food supply</li>
<li>Monitored budgeting activities by tracking expenditures and providing regular updates to management.</li>
<li>Analyzed existing processes within a department or organization in order to identify areas for improvement or increased efficiency.</li>
<li>Implemented quality control measures throughout each stage of a project's lifecycle.</li>
<li>Worked closely with senior managers to ensure that all projects were completed according to schedule.</li>
<li>Conducted research on potential vendors, suppliers, contractors and subcontractors for projects.</li>
<li>Provided administrative support to the Project Manager in order to facilitate successful project outcomes.</li>
<li>Prepared monthly progress reports summarizing key accomplishments achieved since the last report.</li>
<li>Trained junior staff on best practices for managing multiple projects simultaneously.</li>
</ul> at Defense Contracting Activity, LLC
<ul><li>Lead a high performing team of Case Managers, Injury Management Advisor and Technical Specialist. Acting as a Third Party Administrator and responsible for the management of the portfolio of Youi CTP Claims.</li><li>My role was to oversee and supervise the day to day operation of the claims team and to ensure that both our Statutory Benefits and Common Law claims portfolio are being managed at a high level and in line with the legislation.</li><li>I am responsible for design and implementation of framework for effective claims strategies to uplift Customer Experience including Business and Regulator deliverables.</li><li>Established and developed strong working relationships with our client Youi to ensure that regular business performance updates are provided, improve reporting and claims governance including risk oversight are being identified.</li><li>Develop new initiatives and ideas to assist with the continuous improvement of claims processes and procedure including the rolling out of such plan to the business.</li></ul> at Employers Mutual Limited<ul><li>Lead a high performing team of Case Managers, Injury Management Advisor and Technical Specialist. Acting as a Third Party Administrator and responsible for the management of the portfolio of Youi CTP Claims.</li><li>My role was to oversee and supervise the day to day operation of the claims team and to ensure that both our Statutory Benefits and Common Law claims portfolio are being managed at a high level and in line with the legislation.</li><li>I am responsible for design and implementation of framework for effective claims strategies to uplift Customer Experience including Business and Regulator deliverables.</li><li>Established and developed strong working relationships with our client Youi to ensure that regular business performance updates are provided, improve reporting and claims governance including risk oversight are being identified.</li><li>Develop new initiatives and ideas to assist with the continuous improvement of claims processes and procedure including the rolling out of such plan to the business.</li></ul> at Employers Mutual Limited