Tait Cameron
Apple Valley,MN
Summary
Forward-thinking Manager with comprehensive experience implementing new processes and managing and planning innovations. Bringing outstanding problem-solving and abilities paired with in-depth knowledge of policies and procedures. Polished in evaluating employee performance and overseeing key projects.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Manager of Warehouse & Logistics
Emersive Digital Media Group (EDMG)
Eagan, MN
03.2023 - Current
- Schedule all outgoing/incoming shipments in conjunction with multiple carriers. Planning and transportation management procedures. Coordinate with all show technicians for efficient asset and materials for arrival
- Coordinate Master Tracker database with ship dates, return dates, and process damaged or unreturned items
- Directing, optimization, and coordinating inventory management with full cycle counts to streamline inventory
- Use of logistics and supply chain processes to track and maintain all outbound/inbound shipments and meet goals
- Report missing, damaged, OOC items to Project Managers and implementation of optimal workflow of equipment standards
- Catalog new gear into inventory system and integrate into warehouse layout for most efficient storage
- Manage equipment testing and team test set ups before shipping to ensure all materials meet the highest standards.
- Efficient management of Warehouse Team members and their daily tasks and workflow
- Oversee all aspects of logistics and warehouse operations, including inventory management, shipping/receiving, and order fulfilment
- Developed and implemented standard operating procedures (SOPs) to ensure consistent workflow and adherence to safety regulations
- Optimized warehouse layout for maximum space utilization, resulting in an increase in storage capacity
- Conducted regular audits of inventory levels to identify discrepancies and implement corrective actions as needed
- Implemented safety protocols within the warehouse environment to ensure compliance with OSHA regulations and reduce workplace accidents/incidents
- Led continuous improvement initiatives within the warehouse department
Dog Walker
Twin Cities Pets
Saint Paul, MN
10.2018 - 02.2023
- Walked and exercised dogs of various breeds and sizes, ensuring their physical well-being and mental stimulation
Physical Merchandiser
HOM Furniture
Lakeville, MN
08.2016 - 08.2017
- Zone placement accuracy, cycle scans, year-end or any full showroom inventory
- Assemble or disassemble product as needed
- Prep product for pick up or transfer. Assist with inventory cycle counts
- Unload and pack trucks for transfers and more...
Operations Manager
Guitar Center
Union Square 810 Manhattan, NY
05.2015 - 07.2016
Operations Manager
Guitar Center
Times Square 809 Manhattan, NY
05.2014 - 07.2015
Operations Manager
Guitar Center
Seattle, WA
07.2012 - 04.2014
Operations Manager
Guitar Center
Lynnwood, WA
03.2012 - 06.2012
- Responsibilities for all Guitar Center locations listed above
- Optimized warehouse layout to improve efficiency and operational workflow
- Managed inventory levels to ensure optimal stock availability while minimizing carrying costs
- Coordinated logistics activities including transportation planning, warehousing optimization, and order fulfilment
- Managing a team of more than 30 personnel including operations associates and repair technicians
- Consistently meet or exceed operational goals. Identify inefficiencies and make recommendations for process improvements
- Managing profit & loss margin by following cash control and store cash handling procedures according to company shifting financial, logistic requirements
- Manage inventory control and conduct weekly inventory cycle counts
- Manage payroll to achieve labor budgets. Ensure safety regulations are consistently adhered and met
- Provide guidance to improve efficiency on all projects
- Extensive practical experience in training and mentoring operations associates
- Manage and maintain all pertinent warehouse day to day activities including all UPS shipping, receiving, repairs, transfers and building maintenance
- Management of Personnel Resources - Motivating, developing, and directing people as they work, identifying the best people for the job
- Active Listening - Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
- Quality Control Analysis - Conducting tests and inspections of products, services, or processes to evaluate quality or performance.
- Developed key performance indicators to measure effectiveness of operational processes.
- Monitored progress by establishing plans, budgets and measuring results.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations and maintained a safe work environment for all personnel.
- Collaborated with management team on long-term strategic planning initiatives for the organization.
Visual Merchandiser
Guitar Center
Roseville, MN
09.2005 - 03.2011
- Provide visual direction for all departments for in-store visual merchandising.
- Coordinate visual merchandising activities for in-store monthly planograms and signage.
- Implement planograms from the Visual Design Team to achieve ideal merchandise presentation and product flow.
- Creative use of fixtures and signage to create exciting floor plan layouts to best promote customer to product interaction.
- Incorporating the good-better-best three levels of pricing and quality.
Sales Associate
Guitar Center
Edina, MN
01.2001 - 09.2003
- Full-Time Drum Sales Assisted customers with purchasing of drum equipment and repairs.
- Answer phones and assist with questions.
- Extreme knowledge of drumming equipment and current drumming trends to best serve the needs of all customers.
Store Manager
MARS, THE MUSICIAN'S PLANET
Bloomington, MN
10.1998 - 12.2000
- Specifics include, but not limited too; all employee scheduling, recruiting, interviewing, opening and closing the store, holding daily 'huddle' meetings, listening to employee concerns, and providing customer service.
- Strong vendor relationships with visits to multiple vendors including: Evans, Remo, Vic Firth, Sabian, and more.
- Monitoring of inventory levels and the importance of sales and margin.
- Create a strategic approach to execute store sales goals implemented by corporate.
- Work with department managers to set departmental goals and sales standards.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Professional Music, Music Performance
Berklee College of Music
Boston, MA 08.1996 - 09.1998
Skills
- Operations management
- Warehouse supervisory experience
- Inventory control proficiency
- Facilities maintenance experience
- Transportation planning and analysis
- Forklift experience
- Pallet jack experience
- Identify weakness and implement strengths
- Profit & loss experience
- Logistics and supply chain management skills
- Warehouse operations management aptitude
- Warehouse monitoring system expertise
- Training and development skills
- Time management
- Organizational skills
- Shipping and receiving experience
- Packaging process knowledge
- Microsoft Office 365
- Excel, PowerPoint, Word
- Problem solving
- Customer relationship management (CRM)
Timeline
Manager of Warehouse & Logistics
Emersive Digital Media Group (EDMG)
03.2023 - Current
Dog Walker
Twin Cities Pets
10.2018 - 02.2023
Physical Merchandiser
HOM Furniture
08.2016 - 08.2017
Operations Manager
Guitar Center
05.2015 - 07.2016
Operations Manager
Guitar Center
05.2014 - 07.2015
Operations Manager
Guitar Center
07.2012 - 04.2014
Operations Manager
Guitar Center
03.2012 - 06.2012
Visual Merchandiser
Guitar Center
09.2005 - 03.2011
Sales Associate
Guitar Center
01.2001 - 09.2003
Store Manager
MARS, THE MUSICIAN'S PLANET
10.1998 - 12.2000
Bachelor of Arts - Professional Music, Music Performance
Berklee College of Music
08.1996 - 09.1998