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Steve O’Connell

Steve O’Connell

Logistics
Parma,OH

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Summary

Detail-oriented professional with expertise in supply chain planning. Confident warehousing specialist skilled in managing vendor relations, tracking products, and implementing strategies to produce effective results. Clear communication and safety-conscious, supported by a strong background in logistics.

Skills

  • Supply chain forecasting
  • Product tracking
  • Purchase order creation
  • Order placement
  • Vendor relationship management
  • Cost analysis
  • Process improvements
  • Regulatory document oversight
  • Consistently dependable
  • Schedule coordination

Work Preference

Important To Me

Work-life balanceCompany CulturePaid time offCareer advancement

Work History

Warehouse Group Leader/Logistics Manager

Berry Global
05.2023 - Current
  • Maintains ongoing communication with customers to promote workflow and respond to inquiries.
  • Responsible for the oversight of inventory control, production output, and supply reports.
  • Utilizes data analytics to identify and resolve supply chain issues and improve overall performance.
  • Proficient with Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, T.M.C., Oracle, DCLink, J.D. Edwards.
  • Implemented strategies to improve annual OTIF trend from 92% to 96%.
  • Developed cost-saving methods through order scheduling adding $19,000 in annual savings.
  • Tracks purchase orders and follows up with vendors and carriers to support timely deliveries.

Inventory Analyst

Performance Food Group Co
07.2022 - 04.2023
  • Maintained accurate, up-to-date documentation of supply chain processes for reliable reference.
  • Worked effectively with warehouse team members to resolve shipment issues, damaged materials and shortages.
  • Monitored inventory records to maintain sufficient supply levels to meet business and customer needs.
  • Forged relationships with multiple vendors and suppliers to improve cost-effective delivery options.
  • Utilized data analytics to identify and resolve supply chain issues and improve overall performance.
  • Completed 20-30 orders per truckload.

Line Haul Truck Driver

J&K Express
05.2021 - 06.2022
  • Delivered between 2-5 loads per route between Amazon facilities.
  • Communicated with dispatchers and customers to handle two-way updates and adjust daily schedules.
  • Strictly followed and implemented all FMCSA guidelines and regulations.
  • Inspected trucks and trailers before each trip to assess safety and identify maintenance concerns.

Class A Truck Driver, OTR

Roehl Transport Inc
06.2020 - 04.2021
  • Minimized delays by planning and adjusting routes to account for changing weather and traffic conditions.
  • Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
  • Operated a semi-truck transporting 53’ trailers across 40 states.
  • Complied with truck driving rules as well as company policies and procedures regarding safe vehicle operations.
  • Inspected trucks and trailers before each trip to assess safety and identify maintenance concerns.

Class A CDL Delivery Driver

Black Horse Carriers
08.2018 - 05.2020
  • Maintained upbeat, positive attitude in busy, customer-focused environment.
  • Completed on-time deliveries by choosing best and most efficient routes.
  • Operated vehicle safely in highly congested areas with no traffic violations.
  • Kept detailed mileage and fuel reports to track overall fuel costs.
  • Safely operated a day cab power unit and 53’ refer trailers delivering to local Aldi grocery stores.

Shipping Clerk/Shuttle Driver

Cardinal Packaging
08.2008 - 07.2018
  • Maintained clean and well-organized production areas to avoid violations or unnecessary work delays due to hazards or inefficient layouts.
  • Attended staff development meetings and workshops and applied information from those events into daily activities.
  • Manage the production of 40-50 orders each week adhering to specific customer specifications.
  • Handled high-volume paperwork and collaborated with administrators to resolve invoicing and shipping problems.
  • Trained new team members by relaying information on company procedures and safety requirements.

Software

Oracle

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

DCLink

TMC

JD Edwards

Education

CDL Training - Class A

TDDS Technical Institute
Lake Milton, OH
07.2008

High School Diploma -

Unicoi County High School
Erwin, TN
05.1999

Interests

Running

Yoga

Weightlifting

Biking

Gardening

Music, drumming, piano

Blogging, published author

Student pilot certificate

Peanut butter

Quote

Happiness is when what you think, what you say, and what you do are in harmony.
Mohandas Gandhi
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