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Stephen P. Shuckerow

Stephen P. Shuckerow

Southbury,CT

Summary

Reliable Operations professional with 10 +years of experience workforce management shipping, receiving, inventory, and warehouse operations. I have been focused on maximizing team efficiency with the collaboration of maximizing technology to deliver top level customer service by thinking outside of the box. I am organized, meticulous with an extensive knowledge in safety, FDA and OSHA regulations, marketing, scheduling and excellent customer service standards. I am a fast learner and always eager to expand my knowledge base.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

Inventory/Stockroom Lead

Materion Corp
07.2022 - 08.2023
  • Lead and oversaw team responsible for daily cycle counting, ensuring adequate inventory levels for large projects, and issuing materials using SAP-based systems.
  • Managed 40 + daily orders, ensuring uninterrupted workflow in the plant.
  • Provided crucial support to operations, including forklift operations, product transfers, order fulfillment, and effective planning to forecast plant orders.
  • Collaborated closely with quality control and shipping/receiving teams to ensure seamless operations.
  • Received incoming merchandise and stored in correct stock locations.
  • Maintained orderly stockroom for ease of retrieval.
  • Evaluated supplies and product inventory to check for quality and quantity issues and returned unacceptable materials to vendors.
  • Used hand-held devices and computers to record and monitor inventory levels and completed audits to uncover and address inaccuracies.

Inflow Team Lead

IKEA
02.2021 - 07.2022
  • Supervised a team of 20 members in inventory counting, unloading products from trucks, and binning processes.
  • Oversaw training and machine/software operations for team members.
  • Conducted daily audits and monitored KPIs to enhance efficiency and accuracy.
  • Played a pivotal role in getting products onto the sales floor, contributing to increased sales.
  • Coached team members in techniques necessary to complete job tasks.
  • Worked different stations to provide optimal coverage and meet production goals.
  • Trained new team members by relaying information on company procedures and safety requirements.
  • Minimized resource and time losses by addressing employee or production issue directly and implementing timely solutions.

Warehouse Operations Manager

Inspira Marketing
06.2017 - 02.2021
  • Built SAP based warehouse management system
  • Managed all incoming and outgoing POS for various programs and oversaw scheduling.
  • Established an efficient inventory system, still in use today.
  • Sales Support
  • Integral in planning and executing marketing events.
  • Kept documentation and records accurate and up-to-date with latest data to prevent errors in processing or delivery.
  • Oversaw upkeep of equipment and physical condition of warehouse, identifying and ordering needed repairs, renovations, and replacements.
  • Built motivated warehouse team to consistently accomplish operations goals and exceed performance targets.
  • Offered expertise in inventory management and current stock levels to internal teams and customers to facilitate accuracy and product availability.
  • Developed and implemented policy and procedure updates to improve workflow and productivity.
  • Cleaned and maintained warehouse in compliance with OSHA safety standards.
  • Redesigned warehouse layout to accommodate new equipment, maximize space utilization, and optimize processes.
  • Coordinated with vendors to verify timely delivery of materials and supplies, avoiding delays.
  • Improved delivery plans with strong scheduling knowledge, organizational skills, and route development expertise.
  • Negotiated contracts with outside providers and rates for facility leases to minimize costs to company.
  • Secured discounts from third-party logistics service providers to deliver substantial cost savings.
  • Promoted brand at industry events and through ongoing networking efforts.

Distribution Manager

IDI Distributors
12.2016 - 05.2017
  • Oversaw logistical operations, customer service, scheduling, and employee management.
  • Contributed to sales by explaining product benefits to potential customers.
  • I always contributed to sales and explained to potential customers what our products were a how they would be useful for their upcoming project
  • Increased client retention by providing superior customer service.
  • Controlled inventory transactions to reconcile ordering processes with demand forecasts.
  • Built and maintained relationships with key suppliers and customers to support seamless operations.
  • Identified and solved complex strategy obstacles to promote growth and guide business direction.
  • Developed and maintained knowledgeable and productive team of employees.
  • Organized records of vehicles, schedules and completed orders.
  • Maintained established levels of goods based on sales forecasts and demand to fulfill orders on time.

Leader

Victorinox Swiss Army, Inc
05.2015 - 12.2016
  • Led a team of 20-35 employees, managed inventory, and supported warehouse sales.
  • Active member of the employee committee, coordinating morale-boosting events.
  • Identified team weak points and implemented corrective actions to resolve concerns.
  • Trained employees on multiple offered products and SAP.
  • Maintained team flexibility and embraced change to adapt within dynamic markets.
  • Mentored employees on customer service techniques and explained direct link between revenue growth and customer loyalty.
  • Attended industry events to represent organization and build professional network.
  • Maintained compliance with company policies, objectives, and communication goals.
  • Monitored workflow to improve employee time management and increase productivity.
  • Identified unsafe or unhealthful workplace conditions or hazards to enforce safe work practices and procedures.
  • Gathered, organized and input information into digital database.

Warehouse Inventory Team Lead

Bucks Transporatiom
09.2014 - 04.2015
  • I handled all material incoming and outgoing in this warehouse
  • I was solely responsible for keeping track of all merchandise as well as advising high-end customers on things to buy
  • Created content and marketing material.
  • Packed, secured, labeled and applied postage to materials to prepare items for shipment.
  • Verified orders by comparing names and quantity of items packaged with shipping documents.
  • Utilized forklift or pallet truck to load, unload, transport and store goods.
  • Moved shipment materials to and from designated areas using lift and hand trucks.
  • Inspected incoming and outgoing shipments to identify discrepancies with records.
  • Supported reporting, accounting and recordkeeping staff with accurate updates regarding shipment information.
  • Factored shipping procedures, rates and routes in making determinations on best shipping methods for materials.

Team Lead

Teavana Inc
01.2010 - 01.2014
  • In a lower management position in which I did direct pickers and truck loaders how to get their jobs done as quickly and efficiently as possible to meet daily corporate demands
  • Picker/Packer Teavana Inc 2010

Teavana
- 01.2013
  • Picked orders for, and helped pack up orders and load onto trucks
  • As picker/packer at, ; we would receive the orders on labels
  • We would put the labels on each box; each label contained a barcode in which they corresponded to the store, or the specific client being shipped to
  • When all orders were completed, all the boxes would go onto a conveyor belt to confirm the pick
  • After they would be properly sealed and placed into a truck where they would be distributed from there.

Sales Associate

Kohl's Department Store
01.2009 - 01.2010
  • I worked mainly in assisting customers in the shoe and housewares department
  • I also performed cashier duties when needed.

Education

BA - Business Management

Post University
Waterbury, CT
2025

Diploma - undefined

Jonathan Law High School
Milford, CT
2009

Skills

  • SKILLS AND CERTIFICATES
  • Critical Thinking
  • Safety Management
  • Marketing (12 years)
  • Punctual
  • Microsoft/Excel
  • OSHA
  • SAP
  • Inventory Control
  • Warehouse experience (10years)
  • Team Management
  • Business Planning
  • Financial Planning
  • Sales Support
  • Shipping & Receiving ( Dom/Inter)
  • Purchasing
  • Organized record keeping
  • Effective communicator
  • Audit Inventory
  • Emergency Calls
  • CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSES:
  • Valid Driver's License Forklift Certification ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Timeline

Inventory/Stockroom Lead

Materion Corp
07.2022 - 08.2023

Inflow Team Lead

IKEA
02.2021 - 07.2022

Warehouse Operations Manager

Inspira Marketing
06.2017 - 02.2021

Distribution Manager

IDI Distributors
12.2016 - 05.2017

Leader

Victorinox Swiss Army, Inc
05.2015 - 12.2016

Warehouse Inventory Team Lead

Bucks Transporatiom
09.2014 - 04.2015

Team Lead

Teavana Inc
01.2010 - 01.2014

Sales Associate

Kohl's Department Store
01.2009 - 01.2010

Teavana
- 01.2013

BA - Business Management

Post University

Diploma - undefined

Jonathan Law High School

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